Executive Director

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ABOUT STEAM:CODERS

STEAM:CODERS expands access to high-quality science technology engineering arts and mathematics education for young people from diverse backgrounds. Based in Pasadena the organization provides hands-on coding robotics engineering AI and technology programs that help underserved K-12 students build technical skills confidence and pathways to future academic and career opportunities. Through small classes project-based learning and partnerships with schools and community organizations STEAM:CODERS offers after-school programs workshops summer camps and other educational experiences. As STEAM:CODERS enters its next chapter the organization seeks an entrepreneurial Executive Director who can build on its strong reputation and programming while expanding fundraising strengthening organizational systems and deepening community partnerships.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the Advisory Board the Executive Director serves as STEAM:CODERS chief executive and public ambassador. The Executive Director will lead organizational strategy fundraising community engagement and program oversight while guiding the organization through sustainable growth. Key priorities include establishing a vision for the organizations future diversifying revenue cultivating corporate and individual donors strengthening infrastructure and increasing STEAM:CODERS visibility in Pasadena and beyond.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Organizational Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as the day-to-day leadership of STEAM:CODERS establishing organizational priorities goals and systems that position the organization for long-term sustainability.
• Support Board development committee engagement and strategic planning efforts that reflect the organizations mission values and aspirations for growth.
• Build organizational infrastructure processes and operational systems appropriate for a small and growing nonprofit.
• Keep the Board informed of organizational performance emerging opportunities and potential challenges.

Fund Development & Financial Sustainability

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes foundations corporations major donors individual giving and special events.
• Cultivate steward and expand relationships with current and prospective donors funders and community investors.
• Partner with Community Initiatives and Board leadership on annual budgeting financial planning and financial reporting.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of organizational resources and maintain strong financial oversight.

Community Engagement & External Relations

• Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for STEAM:CODERS throughout the community.
• Build meaningful partnerships with school districts colleges technology companies nonprofits civic organizations and community leaders.
• Increase community awareness of STEAM:CODERS through networking presentations public events and strategic communications.
• Cultivate relationships that create new opportunities for students volunteers and supporters.

Program & Organizational Management

• Provide strategic oversight of all STEAM:CODERS programs ensuring continued excellence innovation and measurable impact.
• Support staff in delivering engaging equitable and high-quality educational experiences.
• Monitor program outcomes and use data to inform continuous improvement.
• Recruit develop and retain talented staff and volunteers who are passionate about the organizations mission.
• Cultivate organizational and leadership skills for staff in support of workforce development.
• Ensure organizational policies systems and practices support effective program delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will bring many of the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated success in nonprofit leadership positions for a minimum of five (5) years preferably during a period of organizational growth or transition.
• Proven fundraising success across multiple revenue streams including grants major gifts corporate partnerships and individual giving.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with donors community leaders public agencies and strategic partners.
• Experience developing and implementing organizational or strategic plans.
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting and organizational financial oversight.
• Experience supervising and developing staff while fostering a collaborative organizational culture.
• Outstanding written verbal and public speaking skills. Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Passion for educational equity youth development and expanding opportunity for historically underserved communities.
• Familiarity with STEAM education or youth-serving organizations is preferred.
• Knowledge of Pasadena Altadena and the greater Los Angeles philanthropic and nonprofit community is an advantage.

WHY JOIN STEAM:CODERS

This is an opportunity to shape the future of a respected organization at an exciting point in its evolution. With a planned hand-off from a committed founder the next Executive Director will inherit a strong programmatic foundation a highly engaged Board powerful community relationships and a mission that changes the trajectory of young peoples lives through tech education. STEAM:CODERS is in a strong financial position and is fiscally sponsored by Community Initiatives which provides administrative support allowing the Executive Director to focus primarily on leadership fund development partnerships strategic planning and organizational growth. Tech education for underserved youth is one of our most timely issues given the rapid changes in the tech sector the adoption of AI and the growing need to equip our youth for future challenges.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $140000$160000 commensurate with experience and qualifications. As a fiscally sponsored project of Community Initiatives STEAM:CODERS offers a competitive benefits package through Community Initiatives including medical dental and vision insurance life and disability coverage a 401(k) retirement plan Flexible Spending Accounts and paid time off in accordance with Community Initiatives employee policies. This position offers a flexible work environment with a combination of on-site and remote work based on organizational and programmatic needs.

Envision Consulting is partnering with STEAM:CODERSto conduct the search for their incoming Executive Director. Please direct all questions and communications about the role to Envision Consulting.

Your cover letter and the application questions below serve as a professional writing sample. Applicants needing accommodation for any part of the application process may contact Envision Consulting at 626.714.7577 to request and arrange for assistance.