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Interim Executive Director
Híbrido, El trabajo se debe realizar en o cerca de Seattle, WA
Descripción
Tipo de contrato:
A Tiempo Completo
Tipo de contrato:
Temporal
Fecha de inicio:
15 de octubre de 2025
Fecha de finalización:
15 de abril de 2027
Fecha límite de postulación:
28 de agosto de 2025
Educación:
Licenciatura
Nivel de Experiencia:
Nivel directivo o gerencial
Salario:
USD $140.000 - $160.000 / año
Área de Impacto:
Asistencia Legal
Descripción
Key Responsibilities & Ideal Candidate Experience
- Connection to the Mission
- Deep understanding of CLS’s core work and affected communities
- Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, anti-Blackness work, and social justice
- Experience advancing mission-aligned, community-informed initiatives
- Strategic Leadership
- Skilled in assessing organizational health and identifying cultural misalignment
- Ability to guide teams through transition with transparency and inclusion
- Demonstrated experience in setting interim strategic direction without a full strategic plan
- External Relations & Fundraising
- Track record in cultivating donors and managing institutional funder relationships
- Comfort with public speaking, legal advocacy, and media engagement
- Familiarity with grant writing, reporting, and financial stewardship of public/private funds
- Organizational Leadership
- Proficient in managing operations, compliance, and human resources
- Experience overseeing budgets, fiscal controls, and nonprofit financial health
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and empower managers
- Board Relations
- Proven ability to engage, advise, and partner with Board leadership
- Experience in nonprofit governance, Board development, and transparent reporting
- Organizational Culture
- Demonstrated ability to foster a healthy, inclusive, and healing-centered workplace
- Skilled in addressing anti-Blackness and systemic inequities in staff culture
- Experience creating safe pathways for staff to raise and resolve concerns
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related field or equivalent professional experience
- 5 years of senior leadership experience, with at least three years of experience managing others.
- Background in the legal, public policy, or nonprofit advocacy field
- Demonstrated success in change management and conflict resolution
- Experience working with labor unions and collective bargaining agreements
- Proven leadership with system-impacted communities, particularly immigrants and incarcerated individuals
- Familiarity with nonprofit governance, Board relations, and fund development
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (JD, MPA, MA in Organizational Development, or similar)
- Knowledge of Washington State’s racial justice, legal, and policy landscape
- Strong communication, facilitation, and consensus-building skills
- Ability to integrate equity across HR, finance, and organizational infrastructure
Key Responsibilities & Ideal Candidate Experience
- Connection to the Mission
- Deep understanding of CLS’s core work and affected communities
- Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, anti-Blackness work, and social justice
- Experience advancing mission-aligned, community-informed initiatives
- Strategic Leadership
- Skilled in assessing organizational health and identifying cultural misalignment
- Ability to guide teams through transition with transparency and inclusion
- Demonstrated experience in setting interim strategic direction without a full strategic plan
- External Relations & Fundraising
- Track record in cultivating donors and managing institutional funder relationships
- Comfort with public speaking, legal advocacy, and media engagement
- Familiarity with grant writing, reporting, and financial stewardship of public/private funds
- Organizational Leadership
- Proficient in managing operations, compliance…
Compensación
Work Week: 35 hours, occasional flexibility required.
CLS offers a robust benefits package, including:
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 50% of out-of-pocket max deductible covered
- Subsidized family medical coverage
- 403(b) retirement with employer contribution and match
- Paid parental and family medical leave
- Student loan repayment assistance (<10 years' experience)
- FSA and HRA plans
- 15–21 vacation days + 3–5 personal days annually
- 12 sick days per year
- 14 paid holidays + winter closure
- Paid sabbatical after 7 years
- Disability and life insurance, EAP, and public transit subsidy
Work Week: 35 hours, occasional flexibility required.
CLS offers a robust benefits package, including:
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 50% of out-of-pocket max deductible covered
- Subsidized family medical coverage
- 403(b) retirement with employer contribution and match
- Paid parental and family medical leave
- Student loan repayment assistance (<10 years' experience)
- FSA and HRA plans
- 15–21 vacation days + 3–5 personal days annually
- 12 sick days per year
- 14 paid holidays + winter closure
- Paid sabbatical after 7 years
- Disability and life insurance, EAP, and public transit subsidy
Ubicación
Híbrido
El trabajo se puede realizar en o cerca de Seattle, WA
Ubicación Asociada
Seattle, WA, USA
Cómo aplicar
JOIN US
This is a rare opportunity to lead a bold, mission-driven legal organization committed to advancing systemic equity and justice in Washington State. If you bring clarity, compassion, and a commitment to transformation—we welcome your application.
- Please complete an online application using the link provided or visit our website.
- Attach a resume with relevant lived and professional experience, and a cover letter explaining your interest in CLS and how you meet the qualifications.
- Include a writing sample (max two pages) such as a grant narrative or similar, demonstrating grant writing experience.
- Top finalists will be asked to create and deliver a presentation as part of the hiring process.
JOIN US
This is a rare opportunity to lead a bold, mission-driven legal organization committed to advancing systemic equity and justice in Washington State. If you bring clarity…
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