How to Apply

Please do not apply on the website but submit cover letter and resume to ExecSearch@jfcsmpls.org.

Summary

Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis (JFCS) is seeking an inspiring and strategic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organization and drive its continued success. Guided by our core values of compassion, inclusion, innovation, integrity, and collaboration, the CEO will be responsible for the overall leadership and operations of JFCS, working closely with the Board of Directors to implement policies and drive organizational success. Key priorities include financial sustainability, resource development and fundraising, strategic planning, and program effectiveness. The CEO will oversee staffing, budgeting, compliance, community partnerships, and public relations, ensuring the agency remains responsive to the evolving needs of the community. This role requires a forward-thinking and experienced leader with a strong background in nonprofit management, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for human services, a commitment to equity and inclusion, and the ability to foster a culture of excellence and innovation while strengthening JFCS’s impact in the Jewish and broader communities.

Agency Information

JFCS is a multi-faceted human services agency with the mission to provide essential services to people of all ages and backgrounds to sustain healthy relationships, ease suffering and offer support in times of need. JFCS is a place where you can put your values to work every day. You will be able to:

• Make a positive difference in the lives of others
• Feel energized to give your best effort and enjoy a healthy work/life balance
• Learn, grow and accomplish new things

JFCS serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions and highly values inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AA/EEO

Salary and Benefits

• Annual salary of $185,000 - $260,000
• Work-life balance including vacation, wellness leave (sick time), paid family and medical leave, holidays, and flexible schedule
• Competitive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) with match, life and long-term disability insurance, and access to other benefits including vision, dental, and pet insurance 

Responsibilities

Leadership and Executive Management:

• Lead and work with the Board of Directors to plan and execute change when and where needed while understanding and respecting organizational culture and history. Provide foundation for effective operations, program excellence and financial resource development.
• Build and maintain effective and trusting relationships with JFCS senior management team (C-suite and Executive Leadership Team). Encourage and empower staff to maximize productivity, ensure professional excellence and high quality standards, and promote teamwork.
• Provide expertise and leadership regarding the ongoing evaluation of JFCS programs. Stay current on trends in health and human services sectors and balance current needs with strategic vision and investment to ensure long-term success and sustainability.
• Collaborate and build relationships with partner agencies in the Jewish and broader communities.
• Provide leadership and support to advocate for the programs offered, people served, and revenue from government funded services.

Finance and Administration:

• Closely monitor the financial status of the organization and ensure that sound financial controls are in place and observed. Evaluate the financial impact of ongoing programs and new initiatives and plan and execute ongoing adjustments to the service delivery model.
• Ensure that financial planning and oversight protects and grows the agency’s assets. Ensure a budgeting process that provides both accountability and program creativity.
• Drive collaboration with the Board of Directors to innovate, build, and execute the long-term and short-term strategic financial and operational plans supporting sustainability.

Fundraising and Revenue Development:

• Champion multi-channel resource development to support the agency’s operations, planning and facilities.
• Work with the Development Team and play a central role in growing revenue as it relates to grants, donors, partners and individuals.

Organizational Management and Design:

• Set and advance a positive, success-oriented culture within the organization. Ensure that JFCS’s vision, values, and brand are evident and consistent in every aspect of the organization, including its staff and programs.
• Foster and model a positive, trusting, transparent and collaborative environment within the organization that ensures the achievement of strategic objectives.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Requires a high level of energy and endurance to direct a multi-million operation. Indoor office environment for most work, at JFCS and in the community.

Education and Licensing

• Master’s degree in social services, public administration or related field is preferred. Commensurate and significant work experience will be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in social services with at least 5 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Knowledge of family service programs and the Jewish community is essential.

Skills and Qualities

• Demonstrated track record of visionary leadership, strategic direction, innovation, and effecting transformative change in large-sized, complex organizations.
• Ability to inspire and lead multiple audiences in multiple settings with the utmost integrity.
• Proven success in stewarding relationships with funders, Board members, staff and volunteers.
• Experience in the non-profit management sector, social services, healthcare management, program planning/implementation or a relevant field.
• Managed diverse teams using emotional intelligence, authenticity and compassion.
• Experience in revenue development, building relationships, and community outreach and a history of being a presence in the community.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Respect for, and commitment to, the Jewish values of the agency and a clear understanding of the Jewish communal field.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and a history of viewing the world through a rational, data-driven lens. Experiments and tests new ideas, but rigorously evaluates results. Values metrics for evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Understanding of marketing, branding and how to implement strategies to increase awareness and relationships.