Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$90k–$100k/yr
The Position The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for leading the local chapter to achieve program objectives, fundraising targets, and managing and growing the annual local budget in alignment with Back on My Feet…
Skills: Program management, Fundraising, Staff management, Nonprofit operations, Community organizing
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The Executive Director is responsible for the operational leadership, program delivery, and financial performance of the local chapter. They manage staff, cultivate donor relationships, and ensure the successful implementation of the organization's mission and strategic anchors.
Candidates must have at least 4 years of experience in program management, nonprofit operations, or community organizing. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a willingness to work unconventional hours and engage in running as a personal practice.
The Position
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for leading the local chapter to achieve program objectives, fundraising targets, and managing and growing the annual local budget in alignment with Back on My Feet's Four Strategic Anchors: We Drive Real Impact, Running Is Our Foundation, We Build Local Roots for Lasting Impact, and Our People Are the Movement. This role oversees a team of local staff, manages the stewardship of the local Advisory Board, and operates within a matrix structure: reporting to the VP of Program through their Territory Director for mission and delivery, and to the Partnerships team for revenue.
The Executive Director is the operational leader of their chapter. They own day-to-day program delivery, local fundraising and development, partner and volunteer relationships, and team performance. They are not managers waiting for direction. They are a local owner, accountable for the full P&L and mission outcomes of their chapter.
Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy, Implementation & Delivery
Leadership & Staff Management
Volunteer Engagement & Management
Fundraising & Donor Relations
Operations & Administration
Reporting Structure
The Executive Director reports to their Territory Director, who in turn reports to the VP of Program, for all program-related functions, including program model fidelity, member outcomes, volunteer engagement, staff development, and chapter operations.
For revenue-related accountability, including local fundraising and corporate engagement, the ED carries a dotted-line relationship to the Head of Partnerships (directly or via Territory VP). Performance decisions affecting program standing are owned by the VP of Program. Revenue accountability is jointly tracked with the Head of Partnerships. Both functions must operate in close coordination to avoid conflicting direction in the field.
What We're Looking For
The Standard
The expectation for this role is clear: deliver consistent, measurable transformation in your chapter, and lead the people who make that possible with the same standard you hold them to.
Within 90 days, the Executive Director should demonstrate:
Key Performance Indicators
Program Impact
Partner Portfolio & Activation
Fundraising & P&L
People & Volunteers
Organizational
Qualifications and Experience
Makes Moves that Matter
Back on My Feet empowers people to achieve economic independence through fitness and community. Operating in 16 cities nationwide, Back on My Feet recruits members at homeless shelters and rehabilitation facilities. Our members begin their journey by committing to run or walk 2-3 days a week and when they are ready, move on to educational support, job training programs, employment partnership referrals, and housing resources. Since 2007, Back on My Feet has served more than 15,000 individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness and engaged more than 150,000 volunteers and supporters. Our members have run a collective 950,000+ miles and obtained more than 15,000 jobs and homes. With your support, the communities we build together around the U.S. serve as lifelong support systems, removing shame and isolation. It’s about the drive, grit, and courage to take that first step toward a new life. And while it may not be an easy road, we’re there every step of the way. Get involved to make moves that matter today.
Offices: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19110, US
Makes Moves that Matter
Back on My Feet empowers people to achieve economic independence through fitness and community. Operating in 16 cities nationwide, Back on My Feet recruits members at homeless shelters and rehabilitation facilities. Our members begin their journey by committing to run or walk 2-3 days a week and when they are ready, move on to educational support, job training programs, employment partnership referrals, and housing resources. Since 2007, Back on My Feet has served more than 15,000 individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness and engaged more than 150,000 volunteers and supporters. Our members have run a collective 950,000+ miles and obtained more than 15,000 jobs and homes. With your support, the communities we build together around the U.S. serve as lifelong support systems, removing shame and isolation. It’s about the drive, grit, and courage to take that first step toward a new life. And while it may not be an easy road, we’re there every step of the way. Get involved to make moves that matter today.
Offices: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19110, US
