Category: Executive Level

The Oak Park Public Library is a well-loved resource at the heart of the community. The mission of the Oak Park Public Library (the library) is to share the information, services, and opportunities that fulfill Oak Park’s aspirations and progress toward achieving its vision to empower every voice in the community.

Oak Park Public Library is located in Oak Park, a Book Sanctuary Community within the State of Illinois, which passed the first-in-the-nation state bill protecting against book bans. The library provides a third space, beyond work and homes, that is free and welcoming for everyone. Oak Park Public Library values and prioritizes:

• Equity and Anti-Racism with core values of Accessibility, Empowerment, Courage, Impact, Innovation, Representation, and Social Justice;
• Engagement with core values of Civic Responsibility, Collaboration, Compassion, Empathy, Gathering, and Participation;
• Learning with core values of Access, Education, Intellectual Freedom, Knowledge, Literacy, Opportunity, and Privacy; and
• Stewardship with core values of Accountability, Affordability, Health, Preservation, Safety, Sustainability, and Transparency.

These four pillars were developed through a yearslong process of turning outward, listening to what kind of community Oak Parkers want to live in, as well as turning inward soliciting staff input and conducting an internal equity audit. During this process, an Anti-Racism Advisory Team was formed—consisting of library staff, patrons, board representation, local administrators, and young adults— to develop an anti-racism strategic plan. Oak Parkers shared that they aspire to live in a community that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and empathetic, as well as a place that supports education, health, literacy, safety, and affordability. With this awareness, the Board, Executive Director, and Leadership Team collaboratively set these four pillars of Strategic Priorities and the intention of being a Library for Everyone.

Oak Park Public Library is committed to serving everyone, especially those in the community who most need access to services and resources and for whom barriers may sometimes hinder full and equitable access. That includes those who are experiencing homelessness, those with health challenges, those with financial challenges, and other vulnerable or marginalized members of the community.

Oak Park Public Library consists of the Main Library, Dole Branch Library, and Maze Branch Library. In 2023, 371,003 patrons made in-person visits to the three Oak Park Public Library branches, and 39,472 people were reached via onsite and offsite library programs and outreach visits. 1,469,524 physical and digital items were circulated including 13,733 materials which were delivered directly to patrons where they live and work and 1,396 materials were distributed at community events via the Library’s Book Bike. The FY2024 budget is $12m.

The Oak Park Public Library sits at the center of the community and provides innovative ways for patrons to engage. Some highlights include:

• Creative Studio, Oak Park Creates, Special Collections and Art in the Library;
• Library of Things, Book Bikes, Pop-Up Libraries and Home Delivery;
• Social Services Team and Health and Wellness programs;
• Idea Box, Multicultural Collection, and Multicultural Celebrations; and
• Disability Pride, Older Adults Resources, Rainbow Services, Transgender Resources

Learn more about the Oak Park Public Library at https://www.oppl.org/

About the Position

The Board of Trustees of the Oak Park Public Library seeks an experienced, compassionate, collaborative leader to serve as Executive Director of the 5-star designated library serving a vibrant, diverse, and socially engaged community directly west of Chicago.

In partnership with the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director will guide Oak Park Public Library in the next chapter of its shared vision. The Executive Director will be responsible for the organization’s management, effectiveness, sustainability, and growth by stewarding a Leadership Team responsible for Finance & Human Resources, Communications and Development, Facilities, Equity and Anti-Racism, Community Engagement, Social Services and Public Safety, Collections and Technology, Patron Services, Children’s Services, Middle and High School Services, Adult Services and Management. Overall, the Executive Director is responsible for the professional development, encouragement, and leadership of over 130 full-time and part-time staff members and reports to a seven-member elected Board of Trustees.
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Xiente, formerly known as Norris Square Community Alliance, is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, PA in operation for over 40 years. It was founded in 1982 by a group of community women who decided to take control of their neighborhood and provide a safe and healthy environment for their children. Our mission is to transform communities by empowering individuals to achieve social mobility.

Xiente addresses poverty through a holistic approach that includes personalized economic mobility plans for families. Bringing a comprehensive approach to tackling poverty and promoting economic mobility, Xiente offers programs that include early childhood education, youth development programs, financial literacy, workforce development, and housing services.   Two of Xiente’s key programs include:

• Busesito (The Little Bus), Philadelphia’s first mobile bilingual preschool on wheels designed to bring early childhood education to children throughout different neighborhoods in the city who do not have access to preschool.
• Prosperity Lab, a comprehensive program that offers a range of economic and social services to help families overcome the barriers that prevent them from achieving financial stability and prosperity and guide them toward middle-class status.

With a diverse workforce of over 120 employees, Xiente’s team reflects the organization’s commitment to inclusivity and community representation. Recently, Xiente was certified as a https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7066042, highlighting the organization’s positive and supportive work environment for employees.

Learn more about Xiente at https://www.xiente.org.

The Opportunity

As Xiente moves into its next chapter, the organization is expanding its leadership team with a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and a Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Xiente is seeking a proactive, results-oriented leader to serve as the COO, focusing on enhancing the organization’s strategy and positioning Xiente to meet current and future needs. The COO will work closely with the CFO and CEO to drive Xiente’s strategic direction and operational excellence.

This leader will focus on the following areas:

Organizational Scaling and Efficiency: The COO is expected to leverage extensive experience in scaling and optimizing organizations. This includes collaborating with staff, leadership, and external partners to build on Xiente’s achievements, foster continued growth, and implement robust project management systems across diverse teams.

Strategic Planning: The COO will identify opportunities to enhance Xiente’s community impact and will play a critical role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction. These responsibilities include developing and executing new systems and leveraging best practices to improve operations.

Program Oversight: The COO’s direct reports include the team members managing Xiente’s programs in Education, Family Support, Workforce Development, and Youth Services, along with two Area Directors. The COO will guide and lead program staff to foster a collaborative, results-driven work environment. The team will consistently assess program effectiveness and design new initiatives to meet emerging community needs.

Compliance: This leader will oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of policies and procedures to ensure Xiente remains compliant with all regulatory requirements and funders’ contractual obligations. This includes partnering with the CFO to ensure accurate financial reporting, adherence to funding guidelines, and maintaining ethical standards in line with governance and legal frameworks.

Community Connection: In addition, the COO should have an ability to develop strong relationships in North Philadelphia, with expertise within similar communities. This connection is crucial for maintaining the core of Xiente’s mission and culture while enhancing productivity and impact.

Leadership and Team Development: The COO will lead with creativity, openness, and flexibility, ensuring team members have the necessary resources and support. They will cultivate a diverse, cohesive team environment that promotes innovation, inclusivity, and accountability. In addition, the COO will lead with compassion, build trust, foster innovation, motivate and support staff, and ensure strong internal communication and collaboration.

Continuous Improvement: The COO will lead efforts to refine strategic priorities, enhance Xiente’s impact, and strengthen its infrastructure. They will drive a culture of continuous improvement, evidence-building, and performance management. To that end, the COO will support teams in achieving program goals, tracking outcomes, and integrating data to enhance impact.
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Perinatal Support Washington (PS-WA) seeks a visionary Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. We are committed to shining a light on perinatal mental health to support all families and communities. We support people in the emotional transition to parenthood, including those experiencing depression, anxiety, loss, infertility, trauma, and more.

PS-WA is seeking a leader who shares our commitment to supporting families through this transformational time of life. Having recently gone through a period of significant organizational growth and transformation, we are looking for a leader who is excited to work alongside us to stabilize and strengthen our foundation so we can realize PS-WA’s incredible opportunities for impact.

We are particularly eager to meet candidates who:

• Are experienced nonprofit leaders, with a track record of leading an organization through growth and change.
• Have experience building and supporting effective teams, including fostering a culture of collaborative decision-making, supporting wellness, and celebrating and uplifting the lived expertise, knowledge and skills of all staff.
• Are practiced and proactive fundraisers with strong relationship-building skills, and demonstrated capacity to support a fast-growing organization through significant momentum.
• Are familiar with the perinatal mental health landscape, how to build relationships with peer organizations and providers, and cultivate community partnerships and coalitions to advocate for systemic change and resources.
• Understand board governance, volunteer engagement, and nonprofit f inance and operations.
• Have fluency and experience leading and operationalizing anti-racist culture building efforts and prioritizing trauma-informed, culturally- responsive programming. Come join us in this exciting work!

SALARY:

$120k – $140k

LOCATION:

Seattle, WA

TO APPLY:

Applications submitted by Thursday, October 31 will be given full consideration. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews are anticipated in early to mid November.

Penn’s Village, (PV) an innovative, volunteer-based organization addressing aging in place in central Philadelphia, is seeking an Executive Director. Penn’s Village is recruiting a seasoned professional with proven leadership skills, energy and enthusiasm and who demonstrates an understanding of the issues of older adults.  Candidate must have excellent communication, collaboration and relationship skills. This is a part-time, hybrid position, 20-24 hours per week which offers a flexible schedule with occasional evening and weekends required.  The successful candidate will work both at home and in the Penn’s Village office, and will need to have a home computer with Internet access.

The Executive Director (ED) operates under the oversight of, and reports directly to, the Board of Directors, and is administratively responsible to the Penn’s Village (PV) Operating Committee.

Duties

1. Collaborate with the Board and strategic-planning task force to develop and implement strategic and tactical plans to guide the organization.
2. Maintain a positive financial position by developing and recommending policies and procedures that produce maximum utilization of resources and optimal service levels at low cost.
3. Collaborate with the Fundraising Committee to develop and implement fundraising initiatives, to identify new funding sources, to create strategies for donor solicitation and to submit grant proposals and renewals.
4. Develop and maintain community partnerships and collaborations.
5. Manage employment and administrative policies and procedures for all functions for day-to-day operations including office systems and personnel.
6. Ensure recruitment of new members and volunteers, as well as membership renewals.
7. Ensure an accurate database of members, member assistance, referral information, and service providers.
8. Plan, organize, and deliver outstanding member services.
9. Ensure the timely and efficient vetting, training, and supporting of volunteers and their connections to PV members, committees, and/or administrative volunteer tasks.
10. Oversee all committees and task forces, participating as appropriate.

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The Executive Director position at ElderNet of Lower Merion and Narberth is an exciting and unique opportunity for an experienced nonprofit leader energized by making a meaningful impact in the lives of older and disabled adults with low and moderate incomes. The Executive Director will join ElderNet at a propitious time. After a period of leadership transition, the organization has been stabilized by strong interim leadership and a dedicated Board of Directors that is poised to invest in growth as ElderNet approaches its 50th anniversary in 2026. In the Executive Director’s first year, they will:

• Work with the Board to develop and execute their onboarding plan
• Identify and select a contract Development Director to support efforts to generate new funding sources
• Identify and select a consultant to engage Board, staff, and key stakeholders in strategic planning to (1) Assess the relevant social, political, and economic factors that present challenges and opportunities to ElderNet and our participants; (2) Evaluate ElderNet’s current services and ways to strengthen or expand those offerings for wider and deeper impact in the lives of the adults we serve; and (3) Establish a long-term vision of dignity, security, and quality of life for older and disabled adults, and create and execute the plan to achieve it

Candidate Profile:

Highly favorable candidates will have a demonstrable track record of strong nonprofit management skills and progressive leadership responsibility, inclusive of staff management and board relations & engagement. They should have professional experience with nonprofit budgeting & fund accounting, fundraising, operations, and program management. The ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, as the role requires maintaining and growing trusting relationships with diverse staff, participants and partners. They should have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) and its practical application.

Ideal candidates will have exceptional communication skills and the ability to develop and deliver tailored messaging to staff, participants, funders, donors, government, and media outlets. They should have some experience in marketing, public relations, and fundraising.

Favorable candidates need not be social workers or aging services professionals, though they must learn and develop a deep understanding of ElderNet’s mission and our participant-centered values. Knowledge of local resources and government a plus; comparable experience or commitment to learn the landscape is required.

Professional Characteristics:

1. Minimum 7 years of related professional experience demonstrating progressive leadership, management, and board relations.
2. Advanced nonprofit organizational management skills, with the ability to lead and coach staff towards high performance, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget.
3. Advanced experience with nonprofit budget development and nonprofit accounting.
4. Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by ability to build trusting relationships with diverse staff, participants, and partners.
5. Ability to tailor messaging and communicate effectively with staff, participants, funders, partners, donors, government, media outlets, etc.
6. Commitment to and the ability to operationalize diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility internally and programmatically.
7. Marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience.
8. Strategic planning and business development experience.
9. Participant- and mission-centered focus.
10. Knowledge of Lower Merion and Narberth community resources and local government a plus; comparable experience or commitment to learn the landscape required.
11. Facility with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and a willingness to learn new technologies required.
12. Experience in social work or aging services agencies is a plus.

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The Leon H. Sullivan Charitable Trust (“the Trust”) is seeking a seasoned executive leader to drive its mission of providing resources, opportunities, and economic empowerment to the community. The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in steering the organization toward achieving its goals, with a strong emphasis on fundraising, strategic planning, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will be a skilled fundraiser with a successful track record in the Philadelphia area, adept at navigating the city’s development landscape to secure funding and build lasting donor relationships. This role requires a dynamic leader with the ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with the Trust’s mission. The Executive Director will lead the organization with vision and purpose, ensuring that all initiatives are impactful and sustainable. The Executive Director will oversee all operational aspects of the Trust, including conducting community-engaged assessments of the Trust’s current and potential partners; managing human resources functions such as hiring, team building, developing job descriptions, organizational structuring, professional development, and performance evaluations; and collaborating closely with the Trust board members to ensure effective governance and strategic alignment. A strong relationship with the Board is critical for the success of both the organization and the Executive Director. The Executive Director will be responsible for the management and oversight of the Trust’s programs, fostering meaningful community engagement, and managing partnerships to further the organization’s impact. This role includes overseeing the Trust’s real estate assets, managing office operations, supervising property maintenance, ensuring compliance with leases and contracts, and maintaining vendor relationships essential to the Trust’s properties.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate for this role will be a visionary leader with extensive experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and community engagement. They will have a proven ability to manage complex operations, foster collaboration, and drive strategic initiatives that align with the mission of the Trust. The person in this role will have in-depth experience in the racial equity space.  Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with the Board and community partners are essential.

Professional Characteristics: Required / Desired Skills

1. Proven, effective leadership skills with a deep understanding of how to re-energize a legacy institution within community-engaged organizational contexts
2. Established experience in nonprofit financial management.
3.  Experience in multi-directional management
4.  Proficient in brand communications, and leading the marketing function of an organization.
5. Ability to represent the organization effectively with stakeholders.
6.  Established experience in strategic planning & implementation, including experience in developing, and adjusting strategic plans.
7. Ability to align strategies with organizational mission and goals.
8.  Established experience with operational management and oversight, including management of staff and various facilities.
9. Established experience and insight in leasing, tenant management, vendor selection, and overall operations supervision.
10.  Established experience in fundraising and grant writing, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
    
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The Women’s Opportunities Resource Center (WORC), a pioneering organization founded in 1993, seeks a dynamic and visionary Executive Director (ED) to lead its mission of enabling low-income individuals, primarily women and their families, to achieve financial self-sufficiency. WORC integrates business lending, self-employment training, and incentive saving into an asset-building approach. The organization, based in Philadelphia and serving surrounding counties, is a certified U.S. Treasury Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Small Business Administration (SBA) Microloan Intermediary and 7(a) lender. WORC  has received numerous awards including the 2001  Presidential Award for Excellence in  Microenterprise Development: Poverty Alleviation, from the U.S. Dept of Treasury.

The incoming ED will drive the organization’s strategic initiatives, foster partnerships, and ensure the delivery of high-quality programs, with a heavy initial focus on enhancing internal operations.  This role is pivotal as WORC enters a new growth stage, with a comprehensive FY24-28 Strategic Plan guiding the way. The ED will work closely with the organization’s founder, who will stay on as Executive Chair of the Board, the Board of Directors, the management team,  and key external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile: 

Ideal candidates for the Executive Director (ED) position at WORC are seasoned leaders with over eight years of experience in community development, particularly within financial institutions or related non-profits; an understanding of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) is preferred. Highly desirable candidates will have at least four years of executive leadership experience, adeptly managing teams of 10+ staff members, and possess a proven track record in operations, fundraising, business development, and strategic planning/execution.  With a post-secondary or master’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience,  favorable candidates will have strong financial acumen, a shared leadership approach to management, high EQ, and exceptional communication skills. They are proven relationship builders, able to foster meaningful connections with diverse stakeholders, and are committed to driving organizational growth and impact for underserved communities. The ideal candidate is also well-versed in navigating regulatory landscapes and market trends, with a passion for promoting financial self-sufficiency among low-income individuals and families.

Professional Characteristics: Required / Desired Skills

1. Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead teams, operationalize the organization’s strategic direction, and drive organizational growth and impact.
2. Extensive experience in community development, preferably within financial institutions or non-profit organizations focused on economic development, asset building, and financial inclusion.
3. Proven track record in executive leadership, managing middle management, and leading organizations with a staff of 10 or more.
4. Experience overseeing and enhancing day-to-day operations- including developing and implementing strategic and operational plans and SMART goals.
5. Skill in cultivating relationships with funders, identifying and securing new revenue sources, and achieving successful fundraising outcomes.
6. Strong understanding of financial services, budgeting, financial management, operations, and compliance within community and economic development contexts. Experience in Savings and Loan Policies and Processes.
7. Experience leading with an equity lens, ensuring innovative approaches to access to capital and promoting inclusive growth.
8. Exceptional skills in fostering trusting and meaningful relationships with staff, board members, donors, stakeholders, partners, and peers.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, capable of preparing and presenting information to diverse audiences.
10. Willingness to be available for nights and weekends to attend community events, conferences, and networking opportunities, with approximately 30% local travel required.

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