Executive Director

Executive Director

College Possible Office in Omaha

This Work Is Our Mission

At College Possible we believe talent is universal. For many students the path to college can feel overwhelming or out of reach. Thats where you come in.

We support students on their journey to higher education by providing personalized coaching resources and guidance. When you join College Possible you become part of a team dedicated to making college access and success a reality. Together we help students navigate the admissions process overcome challenges and earn their degrees.

Our Impact

80 of College Possible students are admitted to college
86 of College Possible students enroll in college
93000 students served nationwide since 2000

Why Join Our Team

When you work at College Possible youre not just taking a jobyoure advancing a mission to help more students get to and through college. Youll play a direct role in helping students achieve their educational goals and build brighter futures.

Key Benefits

Professional Growth
Access training mentorship and career development opportunities as you support student success.

MissionDriven Impact
Make a direct difference in students lives by helping them access and complete college.

Collaborative Community
Join a team that values teamwork innovation and excellence in service of students.

WorkLife Balance
Enjoy flexible work options unlimited PTO and resources to support your wellbeing.

Your Role as Executive Director

As Executive Director of the Omaha site you are the leader for the site overseeing operations including planning managing and executing a comprehensive strategy that drives impact within the site. In addition to operations and leadership the Executive Director serves as the external face of College Possible to the local community and the various stakeholders of College Possible. As such the Executive Director will lead all fundraising activities community outreach efforts and collaborate with the Local Advisory Board.

You will work with national subject matter experts (SME) and in alignment with national policies to ensure that the proper infrastructure is in place to support the highperforming resultsoriented missionaligned team in reaching their goals and contributing to the mission of College Possible. As such you have highly effective communication and listening skills set clear and realistic expectations for staff and possess the ability to inspire and activate individuals across all levels. As a leader you thrive when it comes to leading with transparency collaborating visionsetting creating accountability and maximizing the impact of diverse skills talents and experiences of the team.

As an intentional strategic resultsoriented and missiondriven leader the Executive Director ensures that the organization has the strategic priorities aligned with the national strategy and relationships needed to achieve the mission of College Possible.

The Executive Director is integral to the culture effectiveness and impact of College Possible:

Overall Site Management

• Serves as the leader of the Omaha site which includes guiding overall management of the site in all operational areas working with key national SMEs to handle human resources information technology finance/accounting and facilities directly supervising the site leadership team.
• As a talent leader and champion you will be responsible for guiding your team to work with national SMEs to recruit develop and retain a fulltime & parttime staff to meet the key objectives and outcomes of service delivery. Moreover you work to ensure that the proper infrastructure is in place to support a highperforming resultsoriented missionaligned team in reaching their objectives and contributing to the mission of College Possible.
• Works in close collaboration with the local Site Advisory Board to develop a strategic plan for the site and to maintain community relations determine the programmatic direction support donor cultivation and ensure program satisfaction.
• Instills and develops the organizational culture one of the key components to our success as an organization.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws regulations rules and College Possible policies and standards.
• Outstanding problem solver with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Demonstrated leadership skills that inspire and motivate both internal and external stakeholders.
• Superior interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Evidence of excellent collaborative and relationshipbuilding abilities.
• Selfstarter with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong experience with change management.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Comfort with budgets and financial management.

Fundraising and External Relations

• Responsible for designing developing and implementing funding strategies to support College Possibles programs in the state.
• In collaboration with Site Advisory Board and national leadership develops strategies to build and cultivate new individual donor relationships enhance current institutional partner relationships (including foundations and corporations) maximize opportunities for securing state and federal appropriations and increase levels of engagement with the organization.
• Actively works to elevate the regional and national brand by serving as a thoughtleader on issues of education and college success at various events meeting with community partners and stakeholders and acting as a primary external advocate for the organization.
• Schedules and attends meetings with key foundations and individual contacts with national leadership local leadership and/or members of the local Site Advisory Board as appropriate.

Program Development

• Provides programmatic oversight ensuring alignment in the development and implementation of the College Possible programs in the local service area.
• With support from the National program team maintains and enhances the standard for College Possible both internally and externally while ensuring fidelity to our program model and achieving key metrics.
• Ensures appropriate evaluation of program efforts and maintains a resultsfocused orientation across every aspect of College Possibles work in the region.

Marketing & Communications

• In close collaboration with the national communications team and regional external relations team oversees the marketing and communications efforts in the local community and supports the elevation of College Possibles brand identity in the region.
• Serves as the regions main spokesperson in the Omaha community and provides strategic direction for special events and media efforts.

What You Bring

Education Certification and Licenses:

• Bachelors degree (Masters preferred).

Related Work Experience:

• At least 810 years of relevant experience which includes serving as a successful senior leader and building a positive organizational culture.
• Evidence of a results orientation in management and a record of achieving desired outcomes.
• Prior fundraising or development experience is required with a proven track record of building upon and expanding an organizations donor base.
• Experience with the Omaha funder community is strongly preferred.

Computer/Software Skills:

• Strong computer skills including demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Office and experience in database management.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when needed.
• Office environment with limited travel.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for a minimum of 7 hours a day.

What We Offer

As a committed diverse valuesbased organization we offer:

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits including complete health dental life shortterm and longterm insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Encouraged sustainability through a generous paid time off program.
• Personalized professional development and growth opportunities.
• An opportunity to have a tremendous impact both internally and across the country.

To Join Our Growing College Possible Team

Please apply online at which includes submitting your resume and cover letter.

Required Experience:

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