Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois Center for Nonprofit Excellence

• Processing high volumes of electronic and paper transactions first thing each weekday morning and providing the associated reports to one of our staff members.
• Processing outgoing payments for bills, reimbursements, scholarships, and more as requested.
• Reconciling bank and credit card accounts monthly with input from staff for categorization.
• Ordering office supplies as needed.
• Interacting with a diverse group of internal and external individuals in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner.
• Traveling to the site of our annual spring convention; 2025 will be mid-March in Pittsburgh. Travel, room, and per diem are covered by the Society.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting degree preferred
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Four or more years of solid work experience performing bookkeeping/clerical activities
• Proficiency using Quick Books and Microsoft Office
• Excellent customer service skills
• Commitment to diversity in all forms

Contact name:

Dawn Sweet

Contact email:

dawn@leadingtransitions.com

Organization Overview

The United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) has been setting the stage for nearly 60 years by providing critical investment in our region’s vibrant performing arts scene. In 2023, UPAF raised more than $10 million to sustain these community assets, allowing its 14 Member Groups to focus on what they do best: creating, performing, inspiring, and educating.

The UPAF mission statement is three-fold:

• Raise much-needed funds to ensure entertainment excellence.
• Promote the performing arts as a regional asset.
• Responsibly steward the dollars our donors so generously give us.

UPAF is for Southeastern Wisconsin and beyond. UPAF is for the magic of music, dance, song, and theatre - for raising our community up. With community support, UPAF funds 55 diverse local performing arts organizations, producing:

• Performances that inspire, challenge minds, and stir emotions.
• Confident and energized youth who use the arts as a springboard for lives filled with creativity.
• Shared experiences that connect people from all backgrounds and ages.

Position and Responsbilities:

The ideal candidate will seamlessly balance the many priorities, stakeholders, and activities crucial to the ongoing success of UPAF, and therefore, to the performing arts in Southeastern Wisconsin. A bold, strategic vision, strong leadership skills to champion that vision, and the operational skills to make it all happen are requirements for success. UPAF is looking for an entrepreneurial and engaged leader who can relate to and celebrate the past and the present, while determining and implementing innovative ideas for the future. UPAF has a national and unique standing in the performing arts sector. UPAF is proud to serve a broad variety of audiences, is a continual positive economic impact on the sector and its employees. The president and CEO will serve as an essential face of this important sector and continue to grow it.

The president and CEO needs to demonstrate the ability to be a dynamic spokesperson, relationship builder, and resource developer. A proven track record as an innovative, entrepreneurial leader, eager and able to deliver demonstratable outcomes and develop alternative solutions to challenges is a must. A leader with broad fund development ability with corporate, individual and foundation solicitations, direct marketing, special events and employees giving through the workplace will be outstanding in this role. UPAF’s leader needs to have exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrate the capacity and interest in being a highly visible representative to multiple constituencies.

It is essential that the new president and CEO of UPAF will be driven toward ensuring the vitality of a vibrant and inclusive performing arts scene in Southeastern Wisconsin through entertainment excellence, arts accessibility, and regional impact. UPAF staff members are dedicated professionals who are passionate about fundraising and the role the performing arts play in the vitality of our communities.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead the cultivation and solicitation of donors and in creating public interest in and commitment to UPAF and the performing arts.
• Develop and implement the organization’s strategic plan, in collaboration with the organization's leadership and with the support of the board of directors.
• Oversee the coordination and implementation of the annual UPAF Campaign, working closely with Member Groups and volunteers to ensure success.
• Manage the complex relationship with UPAF's Member Groups and balance their individual needs with the needs of the region's arts sector and desires of UPAF's donors.
• Represent UPAF in the community, foster peer relationships with business/community leaders.
• Serve as a spokesperson at UPAF, at company and community events, and in the media.
• Serve as principal liaison to the board of directors and support their efforts on behalf of UPAF.
• Articulate and advocate UPAF’s purpose and value to key stakeholders – donors/sponsors, board of directors, member groups, staff, volunteers and the broader community.
• Oversee the UPAF Allocation process, working with the Allocation Committee and board of directors, to determine how dollars will be annually distributed.
• Oversee and manage the internal UPAF team to ensure maximum efficiency and provide for their development and well-being.
• Ability to oversee the review and refresh of UPAF’s brand and storytelling.

Attribtues:

• •Able to create and maintain effective collaborations and consensus building among UPAF staff, constituents, donors, Member Groups, and the broader community.
•  •Lead the process of planning and budgeting in conjunction with the staff and the board of directors.

• •Ability to pivot and change in a dynamic environment.
• •Strong communication, public speaking and writing skills.
• •Proven track record as an innovative, entrepreneurial leader
• •Ability to deliver demonstratable outcomes and develop alternative solutions to challenges.
• •Outreach, relationship-building, marketing, sales and/or resource development experience with a track record of success.
• •Exceptional interpersonal skills, having demonstrated the capacity and interest in being a highly visible representative to multiple constituencies.
• •Recognize, manage, and leverage the impact of decision making across many diverse stakeholders.
• •Strong communication, public speaking and writing skills.
• •Enthusiasm for, and commitment to, the united fund model.
• •Knowledgeable about, and appreciative of, the performing arts.
• •Deep interest in being part of the organization’s evolution.
• •Established relationships and connections within Greater Milwaukee is preferred.
• •Strong analytical abilities and high comfort with ambiguity, strong work ethic, sound judgement, self-confidence, and positive energy.
• •A solid record of sound fiscal and organization management.

Salary Range and Benefits:

• UPAF benefits include a 403(b) and match, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and flexible schedule.
• The salary range for this executive position starts at $200K.
• References will not be contacted until a candidate has been notified.
• Background checks will subsequently be performed, with candidate permission. All inquiries and interactions with potential candidates are kept in strict confidence.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please email all items below, combined into one document, to upaf@leadingtransitions.com no later than 5 p.m. CT on May 3, 2024.

• Letter describing your qualifications for this president and CEO position, including your specific interest in UPAF’s mission and a description of your salary parameters; addressed to: Mindy Lubar Price, Leading Transitions LLC.
• Detailed and updated resume; and
• Names of, including your relationship to, and contact information for, three professional references.

Contact name:

Autumn Kubatzke

Contact email:

akubatzke@rampcil.org

Brief Job Description:

We are looking for someone who has experience in customer service and general office assistant duties with excellent communication skills. This individual should be dependable, friendly, patient, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy working with a team, but also confident to work autonomously. If you enjoy talking on the phone, gathering information, assisting callers with resources and helpful information, and also helping with general office duties this may be the job for you!

The position will spend a lot of time conducting the following activities:

• Answering incoming calls
• Entering information into agency database
• Addressing consumer needs
• Providing helpful resources
• Ordering office supplies
• Welcoming walk-in consumers and guests
• Connecting people to a great organization

Salary Range and Benefits:

Starting salary range - based on experience: $32,805 – 34,445

Please note: each salary offer is determined by using a rating scale, which is based off the minimum salary of the range provided.

How to Apply:

View the full job description and to apply online.

Contact name:

Becca Bartels 

Contact email:

Becca.Bartels@rrdp.org

Brief Job Description:

The market engagement manager collaborates with the executive director to further the mission and execute the vision of Rockford City Market (RCM), playing a crucial role in the overall success of Rockford City Market. The role focuses on and is responsible for the day-to-day operations, collaborative planning and hosting of annual events, and the on-going programming of the organization. The market engagement manager serves as a highly visible point of contact for the Outdoor Rockford City Market, the North End City Market, the RCM Incubator Kitchen Program, and the robust calendar of indoor community-based events. They serve as a liaison between the organization and other regional entities. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to build relationships, a passion for local small businesses and community-building programming, effective communication skills and strong detail orientation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Understands the role of the Rockford City Market, the North End City Market, and the RCM Incubator Kitchen Program in the greater Rockford region, personal confidence, strong work ethic, highly responsive, detail-oriented, self-starter, strong relationship builder. Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated experience managing staff, volunteers, clients and/ or vendors.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with diverse groups, developing and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders including vendors, farmers, community members, sponsors, local media, the general public, and staff.
• Experience in developing and facilitating event programming.
• Good problem-solving and organizational skills, along with strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, and comfortable learning new tools and technologies as needed in this role.
• Comfortable with social media posting for sharing RCM updates and special events.
• Must be able to work non-standard hours as needed, based on market season and special events calendar.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs.

Salary Range and Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

How to Apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume to Becca at becca.bartels@rrdp.org

Contact name:

Michael T O'Connor

Contact email:

mikeo@carpentersplace.org

Brief Job Description:

The director of development and community engagement is a key leadership role on the Carpenter’s Place management team with primary responsibility for overseeing all charitable fundraising and community engagement. The overall responsibility is:

• Developing, implementing and accomplishing annual goals that include all charitable fund development strategies
• Recruit, engage, maintain, manage, track and recognize community mission partners for CP.

Preferred Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Working knowledge of Windows and Office
• Able to learn the Donor Perfect software within a month of hiring

Education and/or experience:

• Qualified candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, relevant course of study, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of three to five years of relevant work experience and a proven track record in fundraising is required.
• Previous work in a not-for-profit organization is a plus.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Salary starts at $60,000, commensurate with experience

How to Apply:

Interested applicants may send a cover letter and resume to

Carpenter's Place
Attn: Michael O’Connor
1149 Railroad Avenue
Rockford, IL 61104

or via email at mikeo@carpentersplace.org

Contact name:

Julie Thomas

Contact email:

jthomas@rockfordsymphony.com

Brief Job Description:

The Rockford Symphony Orchestra is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and a leading cultural institution in Northern Illinois, proudly fulfilling its mission through public performances, and education and outreach programs. The education and community engagement director is responsible for the creation, implementation, and management of a broad array of educational and outreach programs designed to engage youth and adults with the RSO. The director works collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders including musicians, staff, donors, educators, and other community members to ensure that education and engagement programming supports the mission of the RSO and the needs of the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in music, music education, or arts administration plus six to eight years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices and standards in education.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with area educational institutions.
• Maintain current knowledge of public schools in the region regarding curriculum, Illinois State Board of Education goals and standards, and National standards for music education.
• Maintain positive working relationship with fine arts and music administrators in regional schools.
• Maintain current knowledge of youth orchestra management and best practices.
• Willingness to embrace and adhere to RSO mission and vision.
• Willingness to be a flexible and committed team member with the RSO administrative and artistic staff.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Knowledge of Patron Manager/Salesforce (or equivalent CRM) a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed based on the RSO concert and event calendar.

Salary Range and Benefits:

The Rockford Symphony offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, tickets to RSO performances and paid time off.

How to Apply:

The position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until the appropriate candidate is identified.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Julie Thomas, executive director at jthomas@rockfordsymphony.com.

Contact name:

Mary McNamara Bernsten

Contact email:

mary@artsforeveryone.com

Brief Job Description:

The position of community engagement officer is a full-time position that serves the Arts Council through its work on the Rockford Region Cultural Plan and Arts Council programs. The community engagement officer will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure the Arts Council’s community relationships continue to grow and its offerings continue to expand.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of project management and/or program management
• Ability to work closely with the Arts Council team members, both proximally and project-based
• Strong communication skills and a kind demeanor
• Strong belief in the practices of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility
• Strategic planning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, budget management and e-communications

Salary Range and Benefits:

• Salary range: $50-60,000, commensurate with experience
• Generous benefits package: health, dental, PTO

How to Apply:

To apply please email info@artsforeveryone.com and mary@artsforeveryone.com

Contact name:

Daisy Negrete

Contact email:

chicago.recruiting@census.gov

Job Description:

• Interview respondents to collect survey or census data as required for on-going surveys and one-time surveys.
• Communicating with respondents, supervisors, and other persons as appropriate.
• Reads survey materials and conducts door-to-door surveys.
• Explains the purpose of the survey, asks questions as worded on the questionnaire or survey instrument.
• Enters accurate and complete information into a laptop computer or onto survey forms.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Salary is based on location and ranges from $16.14 to $26.16 per hour. Flexibility to work full or part-time, create your schedule and route.

Position Website:

How to Apply:

If you already have an account and profile on our website, you will need to sign in and apply to the Field Representative Job Announcement. Otherwise, you will need to create an account and profile. This YouTube video will show you how to create your USA jobs account: USAJOBS: Creating a USAJOBS Profile - YouTube. When applying for the position select the Chicago Region!

Any Additional Information

The recruiting staff will be hosting a call at 10 a.m. CST and 2 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday to answer questions and/or assist with USAJobs profile creation. The call is hosted via Teams. Please feel free to join us on Teams and dial into our open recruiting call at 1-872-888-6261, when prompted, enter passcode 479 030 874#. 

Should you have further questions, please call our office at 1-800-865-6384 Ext: 15.

Organization:

Midway Village Museum

Job title:

Fund Development Manager

Contact name:

Ken Thomson

Contact email:

ken.thomson@midwayvillage.com

Brief Job Description:

The right candidate will be a key part of the dynamic team at Midway Village, striving to serve the mission of the organization. The function of this position is to successfully bring funds to the Museum. The position responsibilities include raising funds from corporate and individual donors as well as being the membership’s liaison. Maintains donor database and leads the annual fund raiser.
Main responsibilities 1) Sponsorship sales 2) Grant management 3) Membership recruitment 4) Annual fundraiser 5) Capital Campaign organization.
Assists the Endowment Committee, the Development Committee and the Executive Director in creating annual development plans, including a membership plan and annual fundraising goals. Implements a plan to achieve these goals.
Responsible for maintaining the budget related to development within the overall Museum budget plan.
Cultivates individual, corporate and foundation donors and prospects. Responsible for planning Fund Raising events. Manages our current donor relationships.
Works with fund raising volunteers in support of development activities. Recruits development volunteers.
Solicits gifts and sponsorships from individuals, companies, corporations and foundations.
Researches foundations and government agencies and recommends potential sources of foundation and government funding.
Responsible for accuracy and reliability of donor/membership database. Safeguards the donor’s confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Must be organized and efficient. Minimum of three years of experience in fund raising and development. Proficient skills in Excel, Word, Power Point, donor database software and social media; Donor Perfect experience preferred. Grant writing experience is desired and a B.A./B.S. is preferred.

Position Website (If available):

midwayvillage.com

How to Apply:

Email ken.thomson@midwayvillage.com

Organization:

Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois

Job title:

Board of Directors

Contact name:

Paula Capone

Contact email:

pcapone@gotrnwil.org

Brief Job Description:

Share your talents and skills to make an impact. Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois, is expanding the Board, and seeking qualified, passionate persons to strengthen organizational outcomes. Prior experience on a Board is helpful but not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest and willingness to support GOTR goals and objectives
• Initiative
• Integrity
• Analytical Ability
• Leadership capacities, including ability to organize and monitor work performance
• Familiarity with community strengths and needs

Salary Range and Benefits:

This is a volunteer position.

How to Apply:

Please use the online application link to apply.

Organization:

Boys and Girls Club of Rockford

Job title:

Mental Health Navigator

Contact name:

Denise Noe

Contact email:

dnoe@rockfordboysandgirlsclub.org

Brief Job Description:

The Mental Health Navigator will be responsible advancing organizational mission and goals of social emotional learning (SEL). Strategies and methods will include designing, planning, training and assisting in the implementation of SEL programs and activities for youth in kindergarten through 12th grade resulting in the increase in positive behavior demonstrated by members. The Mental Health Navigator will work at sites at least 50% of the time coaching and mentoring program coordinators and program assistants to ensure long term SEL success for our members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field such as Psychology, Sociology, Counseling etc.
• Availability to work evening hours as needed based on individual club schedule, family engagement events, professional development opportunities etc.
• Previous case management experience preferred
• Complete Mandated Reporter Training within 30 days of hire
• Maintain high level of confidentiality and member/client privacy

Salary Range and Benefits:

• $60,000
• Paid time off
• 403(B) program
• Health insurance

How to Apply:

Please send resume and cover letter to CBondurant@rockfordboysandgirlsclub.org

Organization:

Latino Academy of Workforce Development

Job title:

Executive Director

Contact name:

Peter Gray

Contact email:

peer@petergraysearch.com

Brief Job Description:

Peter Gray Executive Search is posting this position on behalf of the Latino Academy of Workforce Development.

More information about the organization and position are in the job brochure.

Job Title: Executive Director

Employer: Latino Academy of Workforce Development

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

The Latino Academy of Workforce Development delivers education and workforce training to build a stronger Wisconsin.

The Latino Academy is hiring for an experienced and capable leader. The Executive Director will hire staff (currently 20+ people), supervise the management team, manage the organization's budget (over $2 million), ensure the successful operation of the office, and guide the development and execution of the organization's strategic plan.

This position requires strong bilingual fluency in Spanish and English, and bicultural competencies to engage with Latino Academy students and stakeholders.

Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic Leadership
• Program Management
• Fundraising and Development
• Financial Management
• Board Relations
• Community Engagement
• Advocacy and Public Relations
• Staff Management

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience and Skills Sought:

This position requires strong bilingual fluency in Spanish and English, and bicultural competencies to engage with Latino Academy students and stakeholders.

In addition, a strong candidate would have some combination of these experiences and skills:

• Significant organizational leadership experience in adult education, workforce development, or a related field.
• Experience working in or volunteering for a nonprofit, community-based organization, and engaging with a nonprofit Board of Directors.
• Successful nonprofit development experience, including grant writing, donor stewardship, and cultivation of corporate partnerships/sponsorships.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and multi-task.
• Excellent researching, writing, public speaking, and advocacy skills.
• Experience representing agency needs with elected officials.
• Bachelor's degree in education, public administration, or related field; or comparable experience.

Again, the above is a shortened version of a more detailed job description found in the job brochure.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Salary range: $100,000 - $110,000.

Employee benefits include employer-subsidized group health plan; dental and vision plans; 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match; health savings account; flexible spending account; life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; and paid time off.

How to Apply:

To apply: https://bit.ly/LatinoAcademy-apply

Organization:

Rockford Symphony Orchestra

Job title:

Development Director

Contact name:

Julie Thomas

Contact email:

jthomas@rockfordsymphony.com

Brief Job Description:

The Rockford Symphony Orchestra is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporate and a leading cultural institution in Northern Illinois, proudly fulfilling its mission through public performances, and education and outreach programs. The development director is responsible for the creation, management, implementation, and evaluation of an overall fundraising program consistent with the RSO's needs and goals. The Development Director manages the process for all annual, sponsorship, endowment, and planned giving programs, as well as fundraising events. The Development Director is responsible for researching and applying for grants to government agencies and corporate and private foundations that provide arts funding. The Development Director will build a strong organizational development culture that demonstrates the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum bachelor's degree in business, marketing, management or Communications plus 4-5 years fundraising experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred.
• Working knowledge of tax laws related to charitable contributions and planned giving experience a plus.
• Willingness to embrace and adhere to the RSO's mission.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and impeccable oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to foresee and anticipate challenges and opportunities.
• Solution oriented, with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Patron manager/Salesforce (or equivalent CRM) a plus.
• Proficiency in microsoft Office Suite.

Must be able to work evening and weekend as needed based on the RSO concert and event calendar.

Salary Range and Benefits:

The Rockford Symphony offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, tickets to RSO performances and paid time off.

How to Apply:

The position will remain open until filled. Application will be reviewed upon receipt and continue until the appropriate candidate is identified.

Please email cover letter and resume to Julie Thomas, executive director at jthomas@rockfordsymphony.com.

Rockford Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization:

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois

Job title:

Chief Executive Officer

Contact name:

Bob Perodeau

Contact email:

evergreen.source@att.net

Brief Job Description:

About the Opportunity: The CEO will act in partnership with the Board of Directors to enhance the outcomes of all council functions. The CEO will direct the organization’s strategic plan through the formulation and implementation of short to long-range strategic objectives and actions needed to achieve the Council’s goals. The new CEO will inspire, align, and lead a high performing team, ensuring that diversity is a core value within the Council’s activities and functions, promoting opportunities for participation in every aspect of Girl Scouting.

Responsible for stewardship of the Council’s human, material and fiscal assets, the CEO provides oversight for policies and practices that enhance the participation of members and leverage the roles of staff and volunteers to effectively engage girls, families, communities, and volunteers in the Council’s large service area. The CEO’s important outward-facing responsibilities are to expand the Council’s visibility and create opportunities for significant strategic partnerships and financial support by ensuring that investing in girls is a priority. The CEO will build relationships with corporate, nonprofit, government, and funding communities by representing the Council at strategic functions and influential speaking opportunities. The CEO also interacts with council members by traveling throughout the entire geographic area and attending events and programs, which may occur during evening and weekend hours.

The CEO will provide visionary leadership to accomplish the following:

• Improve membership growth and retention (both girls and volunteers).
• Lead vision and progress for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• Increase community partnerships and engagement across our geographical region.
• Diversify revenue to be less reliant on annual cookie sales.
• Build, engage, and retain a talented team of staff.
• Lead the development of a new strategic plan and long-range property plan.

About the Organization: Girl Scouts of Central Illinois is the preeminent girl-focused leadership development organization serving 38 counties across Central Illinois. The Council offers every girl a chance to prepare for a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success, with a membership of nearly 7,200 girls, more than 1,600 valued adult volunteers, and a staff of 54. The Council has an annual operating budget of $6.1 million, and operates a service center/Council Headquarters in Springfield, three additional service centers, a program center, and three camps. While participating in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, Girl Scouts gain important skills in four areas: STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), the outdoors, life skills, and entrepreneurship. All Girl Scout programs and activities are designed to challenge and prepare girls for a future of leadership and achievement

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess an outstanding dedication to the nonprofit sector, with an emphasis on youth-serving programs. In addition, this individual’s strengths will include broad-based business skills with a minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in leadership and management. The new CEO will have demonstrated ability in fundraising and/or direct sales skills and experience, and fiscal management of significant budgets demonstrating the ability to manage the Council’s budget. The ability to model leadership skills in the management and development of paid staff and volunteer leaders is essential.
The CEO will be a person of strong ideals and integrity who has a combination of vision, strategic, and operational planning abilities to lead the Council. The CEO will possess a style of leadership that is transparent, embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while satisfying accountability measures mutually agreed upon by the CEO and the Board. The CEO will be recognized as a community and business leader in the region, or have the personal and executive presence to achieve this quickly after appointment. It is essential that the CEO have a strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community, and economic backgrounds. We are seeking an individual who will bring optimism, collaboration, and solutions to the role of CEO.
Additional desired qualifications include nonprofit board relations, marketing, financial acumen, and volunteer relations leadership. The CEO is expected to possess a minimum of an earned bachelor’s degree, with advanced degree preferred.
Skilled executives from the world of Girl Scouting, corporate, nonprofit, or other professional backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class development opportunities for the young women and girls in Central Illinois are encouraged to apply. If this is your background, and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls in this service area, we want to speak with you.

Salary Range and Benefits:

The Council offers a competitive compensation and benefits plan with annual pay commensurate with experience. It provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance, as well as a 403 (b) Plan, a Health Savings Account, and a Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account. Other features include Pre-paid Legal Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program and attractive personal time off. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of the Council. Relocation support will be considered.

Position Website (If available):

https://www.getyourgirlpower.org/

How to Apply:

For consideration, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to:
Bob Perodeau, Principal
Evergreen Executive Source, LLC
E-mail: evergreen.source@att.net
Voice (800) 286 4009 https://egreensource-exec.com/

Any Additional Information

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois announces a search partnership with Evergreen Executive Source, LLC to identify candidates and advise on the selection of a new CEO. Evergreen is a retained search firm with depth of experience in nonprofit executive sourcing and selection and has conducted searches nationwide for over a decade serving the interests of Girl Scout councils across the entire country. All information provided to Evergreen will be treated with the utmost courtesy and confidentiality.

Organization:

Miracle Mile Rockford

Job title:

Executive Director

Contact name:

Paula Olson

Contact email:

info@MiracleMileRockford.com

Brief Job Description:

We seek an individual with strong people skills and a passion for the Miracle Mile area, small businesses and our community. Your role is to support all the diverse businesses we have in our footprint and keep our district thriving. While not necessary, fundraising, event planning and grant writing experience would be a plus.

• Facilitate the development of the annual work plan and budget with the board of directors, working together with our board and business partners to implement it.
• Recruit and grow membership base.
• Event planning, including our car show fundraiser, ribbon cuttings and promotions.
• Produce monthly email newsletter promoting events of businesses, public meetings, and other information pertinent to the business district.
• Prepare agendas and facilitate membership meetings and board meetings.
• Maintain website and promote Miracle Mile and area businesses on social media, including event promotions.
• Assist all business owners within the Miracle Mile geography with any business development issues they encounter.
• Work with 10th Ward Alderman on Miracle Mile initiatives.
• Work with the media to ensure accurate representation of positions of Miracle Mile Board

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: marketing, community development, business administration, public administration, retail development, volunteer or nonprofit administration, public relations.
• Professional image, positive attitude and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Experience in event management, fundraising and grant writing a plus
• Demonstrated ability to prospect, cultivate and manage a membership group and professional relationships.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva or other graphics software
• Well organized, energetic, entrepreneurial, and able to work well with a diverse group of city leaders, businesses, volunteers, and community groups.
• Experience working with various media outlets and sources a bonus
• Prefer someone who lives in our business district or has a connection to the area

Salary Range and Benefits:

Independent Contractor, salary negotiable

How to Apply:

Send resume with cover letter to info@MiracleMileRockford.com

Any Additional Information

This part-time position has flexible hours, but does require occasional weekends and evenings. Our ideal candidate would have a connection to the Miracle Mile area. Boundaries are State Street from UW Hospital to Rockford University, north to Guilford Road and south to Charles Street.

Organization:

Rockford Area Arts Council

Job title:

Office Manager

Contact name:

Mary McNamara Bernsten

Contact email:

mary@artsforeveryone.com

Brief Job Description:

The position of Rockford Area Arts Council Office Manager is a full-time administrative position that serves Arts Council members and the Rockford Region by performing the administrative, community relations, and communications work required to assist the Rockford Area Arts Council executive and senior management team. The scope of work is diverse and includes, and is not limited to, Executive Director assistance, event planning, membership communications, greeting and educating the public, website updates, social media posts, and calendar and newsletter management. The Office Manager reports to the Executive Director.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management experience
• WordPress proficiency
• Bilingual a plus (Spanish)
• Excellent writing skills
• Highly adaptable to a high-paced environment with frequently changing priorities

Salary Range and Benefits:

• Range, commensurate with experience: $38,000-$44,000
• Health-Dental-Vision
• Generous PTO

How to Apply:

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