Program Director

Program Director

Salary Range: $75,000 - $83,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Where others see problems, we see opportunity. Join us in building the Englewood we know is possible.

R.A.G.E.—the Resident Association of Greater Englewood—is a resident-led powerhouse of nearly 500 members, dedicated to building community, amplifying local voices, and restoring our neighborhood with pride and purpose. We are looking for a Program Director who understands that true power lives in the people—and knows how to turn that power into action.

If you’re from Englewood or deeply committed to community-led change, and you bring leadership, love for our communities, and an operational mindset—this is your chance to drive impact from the inside out.

About the Role

As Program Director, you’ll work closely with our CEO to guide and implement our signature programs—spanning community engagement, youth development, membership engagement and economic justice. You’ll lead a dynamic team of five to seven, ensure program excellence, and help shape strategies that are rooted in resident voices and real-world impact.

This role is ideal for someone who’s led complex programs in community settings and thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven work.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• • Collaborate with the CEO to design, lead, and evaluate key initiatives
  • Oversee execution of strategic plans across programs
  • Lead your team with vision, clarity, and accountability
  • Manage program budgets and recommend resource allocation

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• • Center resident voice in all programs and decisions
  • Build and maintain meaningful partnerships with local groups, funders, corporate partners, small businesses, and cultural and civic institutions
  • Represent R.A.G.E. in community coalitions, public forums, and media

Evaluation & Learning

• • Implement community-centered evaluation and feedback tools
  • Track outcomes and report impact to residents, funders, and other stakeholders
  • Build systems for data, documentation, and shared learning

Organizational Culture

• • Foster a positive, high-performing, and values-driven team culture
  • Ensure staff development, coaching, and retention
  • Cultivate an inclusive and empowering workplace that prioritizes equity and wellbeing

What You Bring

• • Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree a plus
  • 10–15 years in nonprofit program leadership
  • 3–5 years managing staff
  • A record of success in community development, resident-led work, or economic justice initiatives
  • Skilled in program strategy, team management, and cross-sector collaboration
  • Excellent communicator—both written and verbal—across diverse audiences
  • Knowledge of strengths, challenges, and potential of overlooked communities like Englewood
  • Confidence with productivity tools like Google Workspace, Excel, CRMs and Canva
  • Poise in public settings and with media when representing the organization

Strong Preference Given To

Applicants from Greater Englewood or those with deep ties to the neighborhood who demonstrate a lived commitment to our values of resident power, community ownership, and equity.

What We Offer

• • A role with purpose, power, and visibility in the Englewood community
  • A collaborative and mission-driven team environment
  • Competitive salary: $75,000–$83,000
  • Benefits package including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous PTO and personal days
  • Professional development opportunities

To Apply

Submit the following :

1. 1. Your resume
   2. A cover letter sharing your connection to Englewood (or similar neighborhood) and your approach to community empowerment
   3. A brief statement (max 250 words) about how you would embody our “Connect, Build, Take Action” philosophy

Let’s Build Together

At R.A.G.E., we believe in Englewood-led change. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, stand with your neighbors, and help shape the next chapter of this powerful movement—we want to hear from you.