President / Chief Executive Officer

President / Chief Executive Officer - Nonprofit

Location: New York, NY
Salary: $130,000–$145,000 base - Bonus potential

About the Role

A growing nonprofit serving children with disabilities is seeking a President / Chief Executive Officer to lead day-to-day operations and support the organization's continued growth. This role offers the opportunity to expand programs, strengthen operations, and enhance services for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day operations.
• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans.
• Build, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, facilities, and operational performance.
• Establish performance metrics and organizational goals.
• Improve systems, processes, and infrastructure.
• Ensure an exceptional experience for children, families, and community stakeholders.
• Support long-term growth, expansion, and strategic initiatives.
• Build relationships with community partners and donors.

Required Qualifications

• Executive leadership experience managing complex organizations.
• Strong operational, financial, and strategic leadership skills.
• Proven success building and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience leading organizational growth and change.
• Decisive, solutions-focused leadership style.
• Passion for serving children, families, and communities.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Nonprofit organizations
• Education
• Children's museums
• Hospitality or guest experience
• Recreation or sports
• Family entertainment
• Healthcare
• Other mission-driven organizations

Hospitality leadership experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary - $130,000–$145,000
• Performance bonus - Total compensation may exceed $200,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Why Join

Lead a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families while driving long-term growth and operational excellence.