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Executive Director   The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association   About The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association   The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association (formerly known as the National Lesbian and Gay Law Association and the National LGBT Bar Association) and National LGBTQ+ Bar Foundation (formerly known as the National Lesbian and Gay Law Foundation and the National LGBT Bar Foundation), which functionally operate together, is the leading organization for LGBTQ+ legal professionals in the United States. Founded in 1989, it boasts over 1700 members including lawyers, judges, law students, legal activists, and affiliated LGBTQ+ legal organizations across the country, making it the largest association of its kind. For more than 35 years, the LGBTQ+ Bar has served as a vital resource for the LGBTQ+ legal community, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights through policy initiatives and working to ensure LGBTQ+ inclusion within the legal profession. Key programs and accomplishments include: • Lavender Law® Conference &amp; Career Fair: The largest LGBTQ+ legal conference in the country with over 2,000 attendees attending annually. • Educational Program Series: Covering a broad range of issues facing LGBTQ+ attorneys including career building, net neutrality, allyship, implicit bias, racial equity, and trans awareness. • Backpack to Briefcase: A resource website for LGBTQ+ and allied law students providing extensive resources to help students thrive during law school, build their professional connections, and plan their careers. • LGBTQ+ “Panic” Defense Experts: Serving as a national expert for two decades and calling for an end to the use of this heinous defense. • DEI Consulting Practice: Providing coaching and consulting designed specifically to enable the implementation of best practice standards for LGBTQ+ equity across law firms and companies. Shortly after its founding, the LGBTQ+ Bar campaigned for protection based on sexual orientation in the Model Code of Judicial Conduct for Judges. Now, a longstanding official affiliate of the American Bar Association, it works closely with the ABA’s Section on Individual Rights and Responsibilities and its Committee on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, along with other sibling affinity bar associations including the Hispanic National Bar Association and Foundation, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, National Association of Women Lawyers, National Bar Association, National Native American Bar Association, and other sibling affinity bar associations and foundations. By providing access to talent and jobs, as well as clients and legal practitioners, the LGBTQ+ Bar offers a wealth of information for LGBTQ+, allied lawyers and students. Through its advocacy and education, the LGBTQ+ Bar plays a crucial role in advancing LGBTQ+ legal equality and fosteringa more inclusive legal profession. Its work ensures LGBTQ+ individuals have access to competent legal representation, builds LGBTQ+ cultural competency within the legal sector at all levels, and empowers LGBTQ+ legal professionals to thrive in their careers.   The Mission   The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association is a national association of lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals, law students, activists, and affiliated lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender legal organizations. The LGBTQ+ Bar promotes justice in and through the legal profession for the LGBTQ+ community in all its diversity.   Organizational Highlights   Founded: 1989 Revenue: $2.9M Board of Directors: 15 Association Board Members and 9 Foundation Board Members Staff: 8 Headquarters: Washington, DC (although the LGBTQ+ Bar primarily operates remotely)   The Position   Reporting to the Boards of Directors, the Executive Director will evaluate the organization’s programs, assess member organization needs, and continue to expand equity work for the benefit of its members. The new Executive Director will provide strategic leadership to ensure the LGBTQ+ Bar’s sustainability and provide guidance to the staff. The Executive Director will represent the organization nationally in developing and maintaining effective relationships with law firms, law schools, funders, and affiliates. Essential responsibilities include:   Strategy &amp; Vision   • Review the existing strategic plan to advance the LGBTQ+ Bar’s mission, work with the staff and Boards of the LGBTQ+ Bar and other stakeholders to enhance, update, and implement the strategic plan, and support its national members in advocating for equity and change; • Evaluate and refine programs to ensure they are aligned with organizational values, meeting the needs of members, and aligned to expand support to legal professionals not currently served; • Collaborate with the team to develop and implement a vision for the organization to expand the membership and programming to a larger network within the legal sector; • Leverage networks and connections to broaden the membership.   Leadership   • Lead by example to champion a culture centered in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, accountability, and transparency; • Inspire, motivate, and lead a team of diverse, talented, and dedicated staff to advance the organization's mission and goals through a period of organizational transition; • Analyze and refine the organizational structure to increase efficiency and enhance impact; • Cultivate a strong and productive working relationship with the Boards to set fundraising, programmatic, and strategic goals; • Enhance staff development to create new opportunities for growth through open communication, investment, and collaboration.   Fundraising and Fiscal Management   • Develop and sustain quality relationships with funders, donors, members, and corporate and private philanthropy that are grounded in the LGBTQ+ Bar’s values; • Oversee events, such as Out &amp; Proud receptions and the Lavender Law conference, ensuring they are successful in promoting the organization’s mission and achieving revenue goals; • Diversify the current revenue streams by cultivating individual gifts and legacy giving, developing a successful strategy to secure philanthropic grants, and amplifying relationships with corporate sponsors to support new and existing programs; • Foster effective relationships with a wide array of members, stakeholders, activists, law schools, and law firms and establish pathways for engagement and giving; • Manage the development of budgets and related program and staffing plans for program growth and expansion;   Communications &amp; Community Engagement   • Serve as the organization’s primary spokesperson representing the LGBTQ+ Bar in public, in the media, and at community, legal affiliate, and member events; • Seek to be a convenor of LGBTQ+ legal organizations and stakeholders that support the development of LGBTQ+ legal advocacy; • Foster diverse collaborations to identify needs, mobilize resources, and positively impact members; • Oversee the development of messaging for dissemination across all platforms; • Oversee the development and implementation of a strategic fundraising plan, including the expansion of funding opportunities and diversification of revenue; • Create and/or maintain the administrative and human resources functions of the organization, including maintaining necessary recordkeeping, facilitating audits, and ensuring compliance. • Proactively seek engagement opportunities with members, affiliates, partners, and the legal communities.   The Opportunity   This is an exceptional opportunity for a bold and skilled leader to usher the LGBTQ+ Bar’s continued growth and advance justice and equity throughout the legal profession. The far- reaching work done by the LGBTQ+ Bar not only impacts current lawyers and legal business professionals but also invests in future LGBTQ+ and allied lawyers and legal business professionals.   Position Overview   Executive Director Reports to: The Association and Foundation Boards of Directors Leads: A team of 7 staff Manages: $2.9 million budget Lives: Anywhere in the U.S., with the ability to travel to events and convenings, as needed.   Professional Requirements   The Executive Director will have a working knowledge of the legal field, its role in advancing social justice, and the ways in which practice-focused programs, networking, and mentorship can stimulate and activate opportunities for law students, new lawyers, and law firms. This visionary leader will leverage the history and expertise of the LGBTQ+ Bar to expand programs and facilitate connections within the sector. The ideal candidate will have: • At least seven years of senior leadership experience in a legal, LGBTQ+, or social justice organization. Bar association experience is ideal; • Exceptional strategic visioning and planning skills to advance systemic transformation within the legal sector and further distinguish the LGBTQ+ Bar from other bar associations; • A track record of successful diversification of revenue sources to continue growth and maintain fiscal health; • A deep understanding of the legal profession and industry issues to enhance programs and increase the organization’s value to its members; • Excellent management and teambuilding skills including prior experience leading a fully remote team; • A track record of transforming justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) values into organizational cultures, policies, and programs; Oversees: Chief Development Officer, Chief Program and Policy Officer, Director of DEI, and Administrative Assistant. • Prior experience developing and implementing a strategic plan, a financial growth plan, and managing multi-year organizational budgets, including developing business and staffing plans to advance strategic goals; • Data-driven and innovative approaches to assessing organizational capacity, evaluating programs, identifying gaps, and building new models; • A flexible and adaptable yet decisive leadership style; • Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to engage members and collaborate across diverse networks; • Board development and governance expertise including experience cultivating partnerships with board members to realize organizational goals; • Bachelor’s degree required. Juris Doctor or significant experience with the legal profession and industry preferred.   Essential Qualities   The Executive Director will be a creative and strategic leader with progressive management skills to lead the team to the next phase of the organization's development. They will have outstanding interpersonal skills to connect with members across the legal profession and to forge mutually beneficial relationships with law firms, corporations, and nonprofits, as well as other legal and LGBTQ+ organizations.   Personal Characteristics   The Executive Director will be a visionary leader who is passionate about the LGBTQ+ Bar’s mission and enthusiastic about working collaboratively with the staff and boards to increase organizational impact. The ideal candidate fervently believes, particularly at this time in our nation’s history, in the importance of the rule of law and the power of a broadly diverse and well- informed legal profession. In addition to being firmly committed to enhancing value for the Bar’s members, sponsors, and conference participants, the new Executive Director will bring the following qualities: • An unwavering commitment to upholding the values of justice, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all decisions and relationships; • An understanding of the impact of intersectional identities on the work of the LGBTQ+ Bar and its members and partners; • An approachable and collaborative leadership style characterized by transparency, emotional intelligence, empathy, and mentorship; • Exceptional communication skills including active listening, valuing the feedback and input of others, and public speaking ability; • A relational approach to building and engaging networks in the legal sector; • Ability to effectively collaborate with corporate and movement stakeholders; • A demonstrated ability to relate to individuals of diverse races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, physical abilities and neurodiversities; • Dynamic interpersonal skills with the ability to create connections, build collaborations, and bridge differences; • An authentic leader skilled in creating and maintaining trust to amplify individual and team strengths; • Ability to travel and work effectively in a variety of geographic, political, and cultural settings.   Compensation   The targeted annual salary for this position is $250,000 commensurate with the lived and professional experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. The LGBTQ+ Bar provides an excellent benefits package including PPO health, dental, and vision insurance with no employee premium contribution required, no annual deductibles, and low co-pays. Short- and long-term disability and life insurance are also provided. The Bar also offers a 403(b)-retirement account with immediate vesting and a 5% employer match beginning on the employee’s one-year anniversary. The LGBTQ+ Bar offers up to $2,500 annually to defray the costs of relevant professional development courses, professional memberships, and conferences. DC office-based employees may receive Metro transit benefits covering the cost to and from the office. In addition to a generous PTO policy and holiday schedule, the LGBTQ+ Bar offices are closed for the last week in December.   Location   The LGBTQ+ Bar is a fully remote organization. The Executive Director can work from anywhere in the United States. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the LGBTQ+ Bar does maintain a small office in Washington D.C.   Contact   Please submit a résumé and original cover letter that describes your interest in the organization’s mission and qualifications through the application portal on our website at <a href="https://apptrkr.com/5189351" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/5189351</a>. Dr. Zaria Davis, Search Consultant McCormack + Kristel 1740 Broadway, 15th Floor New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212.531.5003 | Fax: 212.203.9599 Email: <a href="mailto:search@mccormackkristel.com" target="_blank">search@mccormackkristel.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.mccormackkristel.com" target="_blank">www.mccormackkristel.com</a> Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. Individuals who are LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, system-impacted, immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.   EOE Statement   McCormack + Kristel works only with equal opportunity employers. The LGBTQ+ Bar is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, an individual’s right to breastfeed and related medical conditions), age (18 and older), physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, matriculation, family responsibilities, personal appearance, political affiliation, tobacco use, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The LGBTQ+ Bar condemns and will not tolerate any conduct that intimidates, harasses, or otherwise discriminates against any employees on the basis of any legally protected characteristic. Any employee who believes that he or she has been discriminated against should report this concern promptly to their immediate supervisor, the Executive Director, or the Board President(s). Reports will be investigated and handled confidentially, except as necessary for investigation and resolution. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination or retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. The LGBTQ+ Bar’s policy as an equal opportunity employer is to employ persons legally entitled to work in the United States without regard to citizenship, ethnic background, national origin, or any other of the foregoing protected characteristics. However, in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, our policy is to hire only those applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. Documents verifying work eligibility are required of all new hires. The LGBTQ+ Bar is committed to ensuring diversity exists amongst our staff, bar members, community partners, members of our Boards of Directors, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that broadly reflects and represents all people, our communities, disciplines, and ideals. We are interested in people who enhance our organizational culture and are ready to share in the LGBTQ+ Bar's responsibility to serve. Does this role interest you? If yes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification! We are committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Additionally, if you (or another applicant of whom you are aware) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise seek assistance in the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:search@mccormackkristel.com" target="_blank">search@mccormackkristel.com</a>.

Executive Director

Chief Operating OfficerSacramento LGBT Community CenterAbout the Sacramento LGBT Community CenterIn 1978, nine years after the historic Stonewall Riots, the Center was first incorporated as a special assistance program called the Lambda Community Fund. For more than 30 years, the Center operated almost entirely on the generosity of community volunteers who offered assistance to those in need and a place to find community. Over the last decade, the Center developed more robust programs and services to meet those needs, hired professional staff, and engaged significant public and private funding to support the community.Now, the Sacramento LGBT Community Center has become one of the region’s largest nonprofits, reaching more LGBTQ+ people than any organization in Northern California. Operating in four locations, the Center provides programs and services spanning three broad categories: Health and Wellness, Advocacy, and Community Building.Health and wellness services include HIV/STD Testing and Prevention, PrEP Navigation, Counseling Services, Sexual Health Education, Gender Affirming Care Services, Harm Reduction, Medication Assisted Treatment navigation (MAT), Support Groups, and more.The Center’s Q-Spot Youth Program offers a brave space for youth ages 13-24 to receive social and emotional support through mental health respite, peer mentorship, and support groups. The Q-Spot also offers life skills workshops, youth-centered advocacy, and events such as Q-Prom.The Center’s housing services include homelessness prevention, a 14-bed Short-term Transitional Emergency Program (STEP) 90-day low-barrier youth shelter, and a six-bed Transitional Living Program (TLP) where clients can stay for up to 24 months as they prepare for independent self-reliant living, and transition to more permanent housing. Both programs serve 18–24-year-old youth and include case management, housing, meals, clothing, transportation assistance, and access to wrap-around services including counseling, education and employment assistance, life skills workshops, and the establishment of a support system that can be maintained upon exiting the program.In addition to providing a safe haven, the Center serves as an advocate for equity and social justice. Advocacy programs include legal aid through community partnerships, support services for community members who have been victims of bias or hate-related incidents, an outreach and training institute, Queer Voices (a performance-based ensemble), and public policy and community organizing.The Center is host to various community-building initiatives including the annual Sacramento Pride Festival &amp; March, Q-Prom (a fun-filled evening for LGBTQ+ youth and allies), and Mama’s Makin’ Bacon Drag Brunch (the largest drag brunch extravaganza in Sacramento), Chosen Family Feast (a shared community meal on Thanksgiving), World Aids Day, and dozens of others throughout the year.The MissionThe Center works to create a region where all LGBTQ+ people thrive; we support health and wellness, advocate for equity and justice, and work to uplift our diverse and culturally rich LGBTQ+ community.Organizational HighlightsFounded: 1978Revenue: $6.5 millionBoard of Directors: 21 seats, 13 currently filledStaff: 54 FTEsHeadquarters: Sacramento, CAWebsites: <a href="http://saccenter.org" target="_blank">saccenter.org</a> and <a href="http://sacramentopride.org" target="_blank">sacramentopride.org</a>The PositionReporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serving as a key partner on the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a strategic and visionary operations and finance leader for a rapidly growing agency. They will oversee the finance, HR, facilities, client data, and IT operations functions of the Center. Providing critical analysis and strategy, the COO is responsible for developing efficient operational systems, pursuing innovative solutions that support programs and services, and enhancing the Center’s ability to fulfill its mission. Essential responsibilities include:Leadership• Inspire, motivate, and lead teams of committed, engaged, and successful professionals to realize strategic goals with a high level of trust and integrity;• Hire, train, and develop members of the finance, operations, HR, and IT teams. Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues across the organization to increase organizational financial literacy;• Collaborate as a member of the Leadership Team providing strategic and actionable analysis of financial performance, trends, and long-term forecasts;• Lead the development and evaluation of short- and long-term strategic organizational objectives including identification of opportunities for revenue growth and diversification;• Participate in a rotating Leader On-Call Program to support on-site staff in case of after-hours emergencies.Fiscal Management• Collaborate with the Center’s Leadership team and program staff to develop individual program budgets and incorporate them into the agency’s annual operating budget;• Collaborate with the Grant Finance Director to design and implement a grant management process, and supervise grant billing and compliance;• Produce regular financial reports and easy-to-digest dashboards for the CEO, Leadership Team, the Board of Directors, and the Board’s finance and audit committees;• Supervise the Center’s annual audit process, working closely with auditors to complete all year-end closing, pre-audit reconciliations, and support audit fieldwork;• Ensure compliance with all financial management systems, policies, and procedures including appropriate controls to maintain the fiscal integrity of the Center.Administration and Operations• Innovate financial and operational efficiencies using technology and process streamlining;• Ensure adequate administrative support is provided to the finance and operations teams, including AP/AR, insurance, IT, and facilities;• Lead IT management in coordination with contractors including hardware and software systems, security systems, data security, and all other technology;• Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of data retention and document storage policies and procedures;• Develop a risk management system that identifies, quantifies, and manages risk during the life of projects such as insurance policies, leases, and vendor contracts;• Maintain currency of and permanent files for corporate filing and contracts. Share oversight and maintenance of a log that includes renewal dates for compliance oversight;• Oversee human resources, data management, and general office operations;• Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, organizational policies, and funding guidelines.Compliance and Risk Management• Implement grants management processes, including staff training for consistent tracking and coding of revenue and expenses;• Ensure staff accountability of fiscal operations policies;• Manage insurance renewals and rates including Workers’ Comp, Liability, and other policies;• Supervise the development and maintenance of expense tracking systems, optimizing the utilization of all available grant funds;• Oversee timely grant funder billing and reimbursements and ensure accurate integration with AP/AR;• Maintain and ensure compliance with all government and private funder requirements as well as local, state, and federal regulations, including the completion of a Federal Single Audit;• Serve as a gatekeeper for approval of expenditures, with a keen eye on the development and upkeep of funder requirements.The OpportunityThis is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic operational leader to create a sustainable future for an organization that provides vital services for the LGBTQ+ people of Sacramento. The new COO will design and implement new systems and processes to increase efficiency and lead financial and operational teams to success.Position OverviewChief Operating OfficerReports to: Chief Executive OfficerLeads: Finance and Operations Division functionsOversees: Director of Human Resources, Grant Finance Director, Senior Accountant, Office Manager, Data Manager, Facilities Coordinator &amp; CustodianManages: $6.5 millionLocation: Sacramento, CAProfessional RequirementsThe Chief Operating Officer will be a seasoned leader with strong operational and financial management skills. The COO must be knowledgeable of nonprofit finance, HR, IT, and facilities management. The ideal new COO will have:• At least five years’ operational leadership experience in an organization with diverse revenue of $5M or greater. Nonprofit experience is strongly preferred;• Prior experience overseeing operations, finance, HR, IT, and facilities teams is required. Experience overseeing finance functions in an organization that receives government funding is preferred;• Strong leadership and communication skills including the ability to effectively collaborate with the Center’s diverse staff;• A working knowledge of California labor laws and nonprofit finance best practices;• Project management experience, specifically related to commercial capital improvement projects is ideal;• Experience with Microsoft Office and working knowledge of financial management software is strongly preferred;• Knowledge of and/or experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBTQ+ people;• Fluency in one or more languages other than English is a plus;• Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.Essential QualitiesThe new COO will be an innovative and adaptable leader who is motivated to create new systems and streamline processes. They will be energized to build a sustainable future for the region’s largest LGBTQ+ serving organization.Personal CharacteristicsWe are seeking candidates with a passion for the Center’s work and its mission to create a region where all LGBTQ+ people can thrive. The COO will be a skilled and confident change agent who is comfortable managing in a rapid-growth environment. The ideal candidate will bring the following qualities:• An approachable, flexible, and empathetic leadership style;• A communication style that centers honesty, transparency, and respect;• A coaching approach to leadership and a strong interest in mentorship;• Desire to collaborate and create strategies that lead to solutions;• A high level of precision in their work and personal accountability;• Skills and patience to work across departments and with professionals of various professional experience;• An unwavering commitment to uphold the Center’s values and support the health and wellness of the LGBTQ+ community, advocate for equity and justice, and uplift a diverse and culturally rich LGBTQ+ community.CompensationThe annual salary range for this position is $130,000-$150,000. The Center’s comprehensive benefits plan includes health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. The Center contributes 90% toward employee medical, dental, and vision insurance elections. In addition to generous holiday, vacation, and sick leave policies, the Center also provides an Employee Assistance Program and a 403(b)-retirement plan.LocationThe COO will primarily work in person at the Center’s administrative offices located in Sacramento’s Lavender Heights neighborhood. The community is a designated district that serves as the official hub of the region’s LGBTQ+-centric retail, galleries, restaurants, and nightclubs.Flexibility is required to participate in occasional evening and weekend events, meetings, and travel as necessary. Access to reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance are required. The position will require travel throughout the Sacramento region and occasionally across California.The Center fully supports COVID-19 vaccinations and requires all employees to provide proof of primary series vaccination in accordance with CDC and CDPH recommendations, written notice of an upcoming vaccination appointment, or an approved medical or religious exemption. Documentation will be required prior to your first day of work.Living in SacramentoThe city of Sacramento is a diverse and vibrant community with a strong LGBTQ+ base. As the seat of California’s government, it attracts activists, policymakers, legislators, and executives from the state and across the nation who contribute towards making California a leader in progressive initiatives and policies. The city boasts higher livability and affordability than most other cities in California while maintaining quick access to some of the state’s best attractions and amenities!Step into the heart of Sacramento, where farm-fresh delights take center stage in America's farm-to-fork capital. A bounty of 40 year-round farmers' markets underscores the catchphrase, “locally grown, nationally envied.” Indulge in the city's culinary landscape boasting top-tier farm-to-table cuisine, hidden gem microbreweries and gastropubs, and a coffee culture that is a well-kept secret.Dubbed the "City of Trees," Sacramento wears its green crown proudly, with the second-highest number of trees per capita in the world, just behind Paris. Nestled between the Sacramento River and the American River, the city invites you to revel in breathtaking scenery, offering the best seats for nature's grand spectacle along the American River Parkway and hundreds of regional parks. The Sierra Nevada Mountains are a short drive away, offering a huge variety of outdoor enthusiast activities and some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the U.S.For sports enthusiasts, Sacramento pulses with energy. Cheer on the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center, a groundbreaking technologically advanced arena that stands as the world's first LEED Platinum Certified sports haven. The region is also home to professional sports teams including the River Cats baseball, Sac Republic soccer, and Stockton Heat hockey teams. If you crave an alternative sports experience, witness the fierce competition of Sacramento's all-female Roller Derby, adding a thrilling twist to the city's dynamic entertainment scene.Immerse yourself in the cultural embrace of Sacramento at the Crocker Art Museum, a historic institution that has been a beacon of artistic expression since 1885. Discover the captivating local art scene and let the museum's curated collection paint a vivid picture of Sacramento's creative spirit.In Sacramento, every moment is an invitation to savor the unique blend of nature, culture, and culinary delights, making it a destination that beckons exploration and celebration.ContactPlease submit a résumé and original cover letter that describes your interest in the organization’s mission and qualifications through the application portal on our website at <a href="https://apptrkr.com/5133196" target="_blank">https://apptrkr.com/5133196</a>.Michelle KristelManaging PartnerMcCormack + Kristel1740 Broadway, 15th FloorNew York, NY 10019Phone: 212.531.5003 | Fax: 212.203.9599Email: <a href="mailto:search@mccormackkristel.com" target="_blank">search@mccormackkristel.com</a>Website: <a href="http://www.mccormackkristel.com" target="_blank">www.mccormackkristel.com</a>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.McCormack + Kristel works only with equal opportunity employers. Individuals who are LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, system-impacted, immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.EOE StatementMcCormack + Kristel works only with equal opportunity employers. The Sacramento LGBT Community Center is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All individuals, including those of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are encouraged to apply. The Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees, volunteers, interns, and applicants. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical/mental condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by statute; nor as to any individuals associating with an individual of any legally protected class.

Chief Operating Officer

POSITION DESCRIPTIONTitle: Executive DirectorOrganization: Equality OhioReports to: Board of DirectorsLocation: Columbus, OH (strongly preferred)ORGANIZATION OVERVIEWHeadquartered in Columbus with staff working in locations across the state, Equality Ohio is the largest and most prominent nonprofit advocacy organization working on behalf of LGBTQ+ Ohioans of every identity. The organization was founded in 2005 by a group of 65 dedicated LGBTQ+ activists and allies from all corners of Ohio after voters passed a constitutional amendment prohibiting same-sex marriage and civil unions. Nearly two decades later, Equality Ohio’s work is broad and focuses on advancing social, racial, and LGBTQ justice in Ohio.Equality Ohio advocates on behalf of LGBTQ+ Ohioans before the state legislature, the state’s executive branch, and local governments. It provides free legal services and mobilizes LGBTQ+ and allied communities on issues that matter most to them. These priorities include securing LGBTQ+ inclusive public accommodations and non-discrimination laws, modernizing the laws that criminalize living with HIV/AIDS, and advocating for parental and family rights, inclusive anti-bullying and comprehensive sex education policies, and equitable access to health care (including abortion and gender affirming care).Today’s Equality Ohio is comprised of three separate but connected nonprofit entities:• Equality Ohio, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization that conducts lobbying and advocacy efforts and works to elect pro-equity/pro-equality candidates• Equality Ohio Education Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides educational programming on LGBTQ+ issues and conducts campaigns to build public support for equal rights• Equality Ohio Action Fund, a PAC that makes independent expenditures on campaigns and issues of concernIn November of 2023, with the full support of its Boards of Directors and Executive Leadership, Equality Ohio entered into its first collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Chicago and Midwest Regional Joint Board of Workers United, SEIU. Our interim leadership is working in partnership with our bargaining unit to implement the CBA and support Equality Ohio’s transition to a unionized workplace.Historically considered a purple or “swing” state, Ohio has trended more conservative in recent election cycles. In recent years though, the state has seen an uptick in attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, putting Equality Ohio at the forefront of some of the highest-profile and highest-stakes legislative battles in the country. Those battles include grappling with the veto override of anti-transgender legislation (HB 68), pending legislation banning transgender bathroom access (HB 183), and multiple state agency rule-making procedures targeting transgender Ohioans.That said, a striking majority of Ohioans led the nation in rejecting an onslaught of anti-choice legislation by adopting a constitutional amendment to protect Ohioans' right to choose and bodily autonomy. Additionally, another constitutional amendment targeting gerrymandering is being brought for a vote with the strong support of aligned organizations and leadership from both parties.Equality Ohio and Equality Ohio Education Fund have a combined revenue and expense budget of ~$2.9 million in 2024 and employ a passionate and dedicated team of 20 to 25 people (including full-time and part-time staff members, interns, and contract consultants) who work remotely/hybrid/in communities across the state. Two volunteer Boards of Directors govern Equality Ohio; one for the 501(c)(3) and one for the 501(c)(4). These Boards have a combined 13 members, representing a cross-section of Ohio’s LGBTQ+, nonprofit, business, and philanthropic communities. Collectively, Equality Ohio holds a vision of an Ohio where LGBTQ+ people of all identities and experience are welcome, affirmed, and flourishing through the state.(For more information on Equality Ohio see <a href="https://equalityohio.org/" target="_blank">https://equalityohio.org/</a>)LOCATIONColumbus, OH. Equality Ohio Staff work remotely throughout the state, but there is a strong preference that the Executive Director be located in Columbus with direct proximity to the Statehouse.REPORTINGReports jointly to the Boards of Directors of Equality Ohio and Equality Ohio Education Fund. Responsible for leading and supporting a current team of 24, including the following direct reports: Director of Finance &amp; Special Projects, Public Policy Director, Director of Development, and Director of the Legal Clinic. Additionally, the new E.D. will have the opportunity to further shape the leadership team of the organization, in collaboration with the Boards.THE POSITIONThe Executive Director will assume executive leadership responsibility for Equality Ohio, Equality Ohio Education Fund, and Equality Ohio Action Fund. In partnership with Equality Ohio’s Boards of Directors, the E.D. will provide strategic, administrative, and financial stewardship of the organization. They will direct organizational development, fundraising/resource development, policy/advocacy, organizing, and external relations, and will partner with internal and external stakeholders to advance Equality Ohio’s mission.In addition to supporting and advancing the Racial Justice work currently underway (EO Racial Justice History), a top priority for the new E.D. will be leading the organization in clarifying a shared and needs-aligned vision for the future, and working with Boards, staff, and key stakeholders to create and implement an updated strategic plan.RESPONSIBILITIES:[NOTE: It is understood that no single candidate will have equal expertise across all these areas of responsibility. Successful candidates will demonstrate a compelling combination of many of them and the self-awareness and professional maturity to leverage existing or new resources in the area(s) where they lack personal experience.]1. Organizational Leadership &amp; Development• Solidify a clear vision, strategic priorities, and shared goals for Equality Ohio’s work;• Lead and inspire all stakeholders to work collaboratively to achieve organizational goals and to advance Equality Ohio’s mission;• Provide leadership to the full adoption and implementation of Equality Ohio’s newly ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement;• Oversee the development of organizational infrastructure – including processes, systems, tools, and protocols – to maximize efficiency and support future growth.2. Fundraising &amp; Revenue Generation• Work with the Development Director and Development Committee to grow financial resources through expanded individual, corporate, and foundation giving, as well as special events, grants, and fee-for-service offerings;• Personally maintain positive, personal relationships with key individual and institutional funders;• Drive efforts to expand the organization’s base of membership and financial support.3. Legislative Advocacy• Continue efforts to advance social and racial justice-centered policies and legislation and build effective working relationships with policy makers;• Work in partnership with pro-equality partners and progressive coalitions to ensure Equality Ohio’s continued visibility at the capitol;• Re-energize PAC work in support of pro-LGBTQ+, pro-choice, and racial equity campaigns and candidates;• Support and strengthen regional organizing efforts to extend Equality Ohio’s reach, community support, and mobilizing abilities in all areas of the state;• Act as an effective, trusted public advocate and spokesperson before public bodies.4. Staff Management and Support• Manage and support Equality Ohio staff with an emphasis on mentoring, professional development, and empowering every team member to fully utilize their skills and abilities;• Bring an intentional and trauma-informed lens to building an environment of trust, respect, openness, and collaboration;• Develop and implement plans for recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse, representative, and high-performing team – in particular, centering the need for greater representation of trans/nonbinary and BIPOC people at all levels of the organization;• Develop and implement performance metrics with clear accountabilities and measures for success;• Break down silos and encourage collaboration and relationship building between departments, and among staff, leadership, and Boards.5. External Relations• Build strong working relationships with local, regional, and national LGBTQ+ and allied social and racial justice organizations, and work collaboratively to accomplish shared goals;• Strengthen partnerships and build alliances with diverse partners and allies in the business, philanthropy, education, civic leadership, and policy communities;• Act as a public advocate and media-ready spokesperson for the organization and its mission at both the local and national level.6. Finance &amp; Administrative Management• Provide transparent fiscal stewardship, ensuring appropriate resource utilization and the ability to operate all three Equality Ohio entities in a positive financial position;• Work with the Finance Director and Finance Committee of the Boards to develop, approve, and manage annual revenue and expense budgets;• Manage the organization’s resources within budgeted guidelines and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.7. Board Relations• Support the operations and administration of the Boards of Directors, including meeting logistics and preparation of necessary reports, documentation of Board-approved organizational policies, etc.;• Support Board development efforts by identifying and recommending candidates who represent the full diversity of the LGBTQ+ community in Ohio, and lead and/or participate in Board training as appropriate/necessary;• Attend all Board meetings and participate in ongoing executive and other committee calls as required.CANDIDATE PROFILE:The new Executive Director of Equality Ohio will be an experienced, creative, and visionary leader with an established track record of creating inclusive, trusting, and values-driven cultures. They will bring a transparent, inclusive, and collaborative leadership style and be committed to building an organization that represents the people and the communities Equality Ohio seeks to serve. They should have a healing and trauma-informed approach to management, along with the ability to support and empower staff at all levels of experience and professional development. They should be empathetic, compassionate, and people-centered, and also bring the professional skills and knowledge to lead Equality Ohio to new levels of success and impact.Candidates for this position should have a personal style that is empathetic, warm, and engaging, along with the ability to actively listen/respond to the needs of a wide range of internal and external constituents. Key to success in this role will be passion for, and expertise in, building and leveraging political power to affect positive social change for the most vulnerable individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. Regardless of professional background, a deep understanding of intersectional identities and issues (race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, etc.) in the LGBTQ+ community is essential.Desired Skills and Experience (Should Have):• Strongly developed, cross-functional leadership experience (ideally as Executive Director/CEO or Deputy Director/COO, VP, Senior Director or similar) in a progressive nonprofit environment;• Professional background and expertise in policy/advocacy, lobbying, electoral politics, capacity building, and/or community organizing;• Leadership and fiscal oversight responsibility for an organization (or department) of comparable – or larger – size and complexity;• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and work in coalitions and to grow and maintain effective individual and institutional relationships;• Proven track record of nonprofit fundraising, including individual giving, corporate and foundation support, grants and contracts, fee-for-service/earned revenue, and/or special events;• Excellent people and team management skills to positively coach and mentor staff across departments and functions while also ensuring accountability for results and outcomes;• Strong diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) lens, with the experience to lead by example in centering racial, sexual, and gender equity, as well as disability justice, in all facets of an organization;• Exceptional written and oral communication skills including media relations, marketing, and messaging, and comfortable and credible in on-camera and print interviews;• Organizational leadership abilities including strategic planning, systems improvement, policy development and implementation, budgeting and contract management, employee relations/conflict resolution, and project management/delegation;• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the time – mostly within, but some outside, the state of Ohio.Supplemental Skills and Experience (Nice to Have):• Previous experience in a c3/c4 or c3/c4/PAC organizational structure;• Familiarity with local, state, regional, and national LGBTQ+ or allied social racial justice advocacy movements and organizations;• History of managing or providing direct legal services to clients;• Deep understanding of LGBTQ+ history and current issues, and knowledge of Ohio’s political landscape;• Existing knowledge of/connections to Equality Ohio’s partners, funders, and allied organizations;• Experience managing remote staff and building cohesive teams in a virtual work environment;• Previous experience leading and managing in an organization with a labor union/collective bargaining agreement;• Experience working with a Board of Directors or similar volunteer leadership group.Desired Personal Qualities and Characteristics:• Demonstrated commitment to centering the needs of the most marginalized LGBTQ+ Ohioans, and to operating within a broader social justice framework;• Ability to connect authentically with people at all levels of power, privilege, ability, socio-economic status, and ideologies across the political spectrum;• Deep cultural competency and humility, in particular with queer/trans and BIPOC identities, communities, and priorities;• High levels of self-awareness and professional maturity;• Open and collaborative by nature but can be decisive when necessary. Not afraid to make difficult or unpopular decisions;• Bridge builder, collaborator, and reliable partner – internally and externally;• Able to set and respect personal and organizational boundaries (for self and others), practiced in self-care;• Agile, flexible, and adaptable; capable of dealing with energized (often hostile) opposition and complex issues and situations;• Patient and resilient with a sense of humor;• Shares Equality Ohio’s <a href="https://equalityohio.org/about/" target="_blank">https://equalityohio.org/about/</a>: Dignity, Trust &amp; Self Determination, Equity &amp; Racial Justice, Transformation (of people, institutions, and systems), Lived &amp; Legal Equality, Collaboration, and Passionate CommitmentCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Equality Ohio is offering a comprehensive compensation package including a starting base salary in the range of $135,000 to $155,000 and generous benefits. Benefits include: health and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution ($100 per month + $100 per month for optional family coverage); employee-paid dental insurance; generous time off package, including four (4) weeks of paid time off (vacation, sick days.), ten (10) paid holidays, plus an additional fifteen (15) days of paid organizational shutdown/break; paid Family Leave and sabbatical opportunities based on length of service; employer paid life insurance and optional employee-paid long-term disability coverage; 403-B plan with employer matching; FSA with $25 per month employer contribution; access to a Bodily Autonomy Assistance Fund; and multiple stipend opportunities, including Bring Your Own Device, cell phone, internet, and professional development funds.TO APPLY:Inquiries, nominations, or applications (including a resume and cover letter framing interest and fit with this Recruitment Profile) can be sent in confidence to: <a href="mailto:search@kevinchasesearch.com" target="_blank">search@kevinchasesearch.com</a>. We are pleased to answer any questions or supply further information.Kevin Chase Executive Search Group has been retained to lead this recruitment effort on behalf of Equality Ohio. Equality Ohio is an equal opportunity employer that champions a diverse workforce and anti-racist principles and practices. KCESG and Equality Ohio do not discriminate on any basis, including sex, age, class, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, ancestry, military status, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental ability or disability, race, religion, sexual orientation; access to public benefits and/or housing voucher assistance; other sources of income that do not conflict with the fundamental values or needs of the organization; veteran status; criminal record provided the past convictions do not impact funding, the organization’s values and mission, the employee’s ability to perform their core job duties, and licensing requirements; or any other characteristic protected by law.Queer, trans, nonbinary, and/or BIPOC-identified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.CONTACT INFORMATION:Kevin Chase, Managing Partner<a href="mailto:Kevin@kevinchasesearch.com" target="_blank">Kevin@kevinchasesearch.com</a>Kevin Chase Executive Search GroupRoey Thorpe, Senior Strategy Consultant<a href="mailto:roeythorpe@gmail.com" target="_blank">roeythorpe@gmail.com</a>Strategic Support for Social JusticeAll inquiries or referrals will be held in strict confidence.Please note that all education, dates of employment, compensation and other information provided will be verified prior to an offer of employment.

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