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Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Bozeman, Montana
Reports To: Board of Directors
Job Type: Full-time Bozeman MT
About the Organization
Since 1973, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country has served thousands of local children in Southwestern Montana. Our mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Our local agency was founded in 1973 by a dedicated group of Gallatin County residents. In our first year, we served a handful of children. In our last fiscal year, our agency served hundreds of children within our service area. Today we serve Gallatin, Madison, Park, Sweet Grass and Yellowstone Counties.
In order to keep pace with the rapid growth of our community and the increase in the needs of children and families, we must meet this ambitious goal to reach more families. This requires engaging record numbers of volunteer Bigs and raising funds to support these matches.
As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
Position Summary
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will serve as the strategic leader and public face of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country, responsible for advancing its mission, overseeing all programs and operations, and ensuring financial sustainability. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors, staff, community partners, and donors to drive organizational success and expand the nonprofit’s reach and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Provide visionary and strategic leadership aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic plans.
Lead the organization through growth, change, or challenges with integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Cultivate and champion a positive, inclusive, and collaborative organizational culture that attracts, retains, and motivates a high-performing team aligned with the organization's mission and values.
Operations Management
Oversee daily operations, including program delivery, administration, HR, and compliance.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources to support programs and services.
Maintain and update organizational policies and procedures.
Fundraising & Financial Oversight
Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including donor relations, grant writing, and major gifts in coordination with the organizations Grant Writer and Development & Outreach Manager.
Ensure sound financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Build relationships with key funders, partners, and stakeholders.
Board Engagement
Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors.
Keep the board informed and engaged with regular reports and strategic input.
Support board development, including recruitment and governance best practices.
Community & Public Relations
Act as a spokesperson and advocate for the organization’s mission and programs.
Strengthen the organization’s public profile through partnerships, media relations, and public speaking.
Engage with community leaders, volunteers, and partners to advance shared goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in nonprofit management, public administration, business, or related field preferred.
5+ years of senior leadership experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
Proven track record in strategic planning, fundraising, and financial management.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to inspire, lead, and develop high-performing teams.
Experience working with a Board of Directors.
Compensation & Benefits
$75,000 to $85,000 DOE, 32-hour work week, 13 paid holidays, flexible schedule, health insurance, retirement plan, group disability insurance, mental health stipend, PTO (128 hours per year), and can work from home, but must be located in the Bozeman/Livingston area.
How to Apply
Submit the following to boardchair@bbbs-bigskycountry.org
Resume
Cover Letter detailing your interest in the role
Contact information for three professional references
