Vice President

Position Title: Vice PresidentReports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Position SummaryThe Vice President serves as a senior leadership team member responsible for supporting the CEO in the overall management, strategy, and operations of the organization. This role helps ensure organizational goals are achieved through effective leadership, cross-department collaboration, staff oversight, program quality, financial stewardship, fundraising support, and strategic planning.This position is intended to serve as an initial step in the organization’s long-term leadership succession strategy. The role will provide executive-level leadership experience and organizational exposure designed to support leadership continuity and future organizational growth.The Vice President may oversee multiple departments, site leaders, or functional areas depending on the structure and needs of the organization.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Organizational StrategyPartner with the CEO to develop and implement organizational priorities, strategic initiatives, and long-term goals.Serve as a member of the executive leadership team and participate in high-level decision-making.Support Board development efforts through collaboration, communication, strategic engagement, and participation in Board-related initiatives as requested.Help ensure alignment between programs, operations, finance, human resources, and organizational objectives.Participate in succession planning efforts and leadership development initiatives designed to support long-term organizational stability and continuity.Work closely with the CEO to gain exposure to executive leadership responsibilities, strategic planning, Board engagement, and organizational decision-making.Act on behalf of the CEO when delegated.Provide leadership and support to directors, managers, and department heads.Operations & Program OversightOversee day-to-day operations of assigned departments, sites, or functional areas.Monitor organizational performance, productivity, and service delivery.Ensure programs and operations are meeting established standards, goals, and compliance requirements.Identify operational challenges and develop solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.Assist with organizational planning, expansion, and special projects.Staff Leadership & DevelopmentSupervise, coach, and evaluate assigned leadership staff.Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable work culture.Support employee engagement, professional development, and succession planning.Assist with recruitment, onboarding, corrective action, and performance management of leadership staff.Ensure staff follow organizational policies, procedures, and expectations.Fundraising & External RelationsSupport and participate in fundraising initiatives, donor engagement activities, and special events.Assist in cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors, community partners, sponsors, and stakeholders.Partner with the CEO and leadership team to identify opportunities that support organizational growth and resource development.Represent the organization at community events, partnership meetings, and fundraising activities as appropriate.Financial & Administrative OversightAssist with budget development, monitoring, and resource allocation.Review financial reports and help ensure responsible fiscal management.Support grant compliance, reporting, and stewardship of organizational resources.Ensure operational practices align with legal, regulatory, and funding requirements.Community & Stakeholder RelationsRepresent the organization with community partners, donors, schools, agencies, board members, and other stakeholders.Help strengthen partnerships and identify opportunities for collaboration.Support fundraising efforts, events, presentations, and external communications as needed.Participate in board meetings, committees, and executive-level discussions as requested.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Human Resources, Education, or a related field required.Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience.Experience supervising multiple departments, teams, or locations preferred.Strong leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.Knowledge of nonprofit operations, budgeting, compliance, and strategic planning.Ability to build relationships with staff, leadership, community partners, and board members.Experience with fundraising, donor engagement, or community partnership development preferred.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other applicable systems.Preferred Experience for a Youth-Serving NonprofitExperience working in a nonprofit, youth-serving, educational, or community-based organization.Familiarity with grants, contracts, licensing requirements, and program compliance.Knowledge of staff supervision, employee relations, and organizational culture.Experience overseeing multiple sites or programs.Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed.Ability to travel between sites and attend meetings, events, and community functions.Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment with regular travel to organization sites, community meetings, and events.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $170,000 to $200,000. We consider a candidate’s education, training, and experience, along with the scope and complexity of the position, the level of judgment and independence required, and relevant internal and external market data when determining salary.