About the role

  • Conduct a cultural and organizational assessment and provide recommendations within 90 days
  • Oversee internal operations, staffing, and resource alignment
  • Lead change management strategies and build internal accountability systems
  • Support and manage union relations and staff morale
  • Set short- and medium-term priorities in alignment with CLS’s values and mission
  • Strengthen fund development, including grant writing and funder relationships
  • Build relationships with community partners and act as a public spokesperson
  • Partner with the Board and senior leadership to sustain operations and shape CLS’s future

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • 14 paid holidays annually
  • Winter Break office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
  • 12 sick days annually
  • 15-21 paid vacation days annually (based on years of experience)
  • 3-5 personal days annually (based on years of experience)
  • Early office closure the first Friday of the month
  • Paid parental and family medical leave benefits
  • 100% of employee premiums for excellent health, vision, and dental benefits plus 50% of the maximum out-of-pocket deductible
  • Heavily subsidized family premiums
  • 403(b) retirement benefit with employer contribution and a match
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Subsidized transit pass
  • Employee wellness program

Job title

Interim Executive Director

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$140,000 - $160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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