chief executive officer-ceo.

To promote safe, healthy environments for children and families through advocacy, education, counseling and prevention.

Responsibilities:
QUALIFICATIONS
-Master's degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred. A Bachelor's degree with substantial executive leadership experience may be considered.
-Minimum of 5 years of senior-level leadership in a nonprofit, child welfare, behavioral health, or human services environment.
-Demonstrated experience in organizational leadership, fundraising, program oversight, and financial stewardship.
-Strong background in trauma-informed care, child advocacy, and systems-level collaboration.
-Experience working with Boards of Directors and navigating governance.

BENEFITS
*Covered by Company
-90% of employees' medical insurance
-$250,000 life insurance policy
-Short-term disability insurance
-Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*PTO & Scheduling
-4 weeks PTO annually (96 hours vacation, 48 hours sick)
-12 paid holidays annually
-30-minute errand
-Flexible schedule (36-40 hour work week)
-Skeleton days (flexible end-of-year holiday schedule)
-Opportunity to telecommute after 6 months to 1 year of employment

*Miscellaneous
-403(b) retirement plans
-Mileage reimbursement
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer
-Financial planning services and workshops
-Office space, supplies, equipment, and technology
-Meals and snacks

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a relational and results-oriented leader who is:
-A visionary strategist and collaborative builder.
-A compelling communicator and authentic connector.
-A systems thinker who can lead across complexity with wisdom and clarity.
-Committed to servant leadership and developing others.
-Passionate about children, families, equity, and community change.

Education:
Masters

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
-Cast a compelling vision rooted in the mission and values of the agency.
-Drive agency-wide strategic planning in partnership with the Board and senior leadership.
-Model integrity, humility, and courage in every decision and relationship.

Program and Operational Excellence
-Ensure all services meet the highest standards of clinical and ethical practice.
-Promote a culture of continuous improvement, outcome evaluation, and learning.
-Lead with foresight to anticipate community needs and trends in child welfare and behavioral health.

Financial and Resource Stewardship
-Oversee responsible budgeting and financial operations in collaboration with the CFO and Finance Committee.
-Develop and diversify funding sources, including public grants, philanthropic partners, and donor support.
-Promote an abundance of mindset and long-term sustainability.

Community Engagement and Advocacy
-Represent the agency as a thought leader and advocate locally, statewide, and nationally.
-Foster deep partnerships with government agencies, funders, nonprofits, and community stakeholders.
-Communicate the agency's impact through powerful storytelling and data.

Organizational Culture and Talent Development
-Inspire, develop, and retain a high-performing and diverse team.
-Champion a leadership culture rooted in servant leadership, curiosity, collaboration, and accountability.
-Promote inclusion, wellness, and growth across the agency.
Governance
-Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, keeping them informed and engaged.
-Support board development, strategic alignment, and policy implementation.


If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume to brittanyforbis@spherion.com or call 318-340-0005.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).