Operations / Administration Executive Director
Job Description
Seeking Executive Director for Valley Settlement
Full-time position based in Carbondale, Co.
Valley Settlement is a nonprofit organization with a vision of community where immigrant families feel a sense of belonging, are engaged, and act on behalf of the success of their children and themselves. Valley Settlement has developed six diverse programs which include mobile preschool, adult education, peer mentoring, parent education, at-home childcare training, and leadership development. Valley Settlement’s programs are designed by and for the community they serve.
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer and is responsible for leading and managing Valley Settlement to achieve its mission and ensure the effective delivery of high-quality programing throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. Valley Settlement’s long-term success depends on our Executive Director’s ability to cultivate long-term relationships with donors and partners.
The Executive Director is committed to the immigrant family experience and is aware of the challenges that these families experience within our community. We seek a leader who knows how to develop and implement a clear strategic vision and who has led the growth and development of organizations successfully. Additionally, candidates have experience in developing collaborative approaches to addressing challenges. Preferably, our Executive Director has a demonstrated understanding of the political landscape surrounding the Latinx immigrant experience.
The Executive Director will embody Valley Settlement’s mission to engage all generations of the immigrant family. Our Executive Director is compassionate, deeply committed to equity and social justice, ideally has familiarity with the Latinx culture and language, drives accountability for outcomes, has experience fundraising, and is an inspiring leader and relentless learner.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Jackie Deam at jackie@valleysettlement.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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