Executive Director

The Opportunity

The next Executive Director (ED) of the Virginia Public Access Project (VPAP) will lead a non-partisan organization that is dedicated to creating transparency in Virginia politics and government and advancing civics education, all towards the goal of maintaining a healthy democracy. VPAP is the premier source for information on the financing of Virginia political campaigns and Virginia elections . Guided by our mission of elevating public understanding, we take complicated financial and electoral data and make it easy to access without partisan bias.

The ED will work with VPAP's Board of Directors, staff of 10 and budget of $1.6M to broaden VPAP's impact by reaching new constituencies, strengthening its fundraising capacity and expanding its service offerings. The ED represents VPAP in the statewide community, nurturing existing partnerships and developing new ones that support its mission. A general understanding of Virginia's elections and transparency laws is preferred and a willingness to increase that knowledge is essential. If you believe in the importance of access to unbiased political information and are ready to lead a dynamic organization into its next phase, this position may be of interest to you. Learn more at

Key Priorities and Responsibilities :

Leadership

• In conjunction with the Board and staff, identify and implement strategies that enable VPAP to sustain and expand its important role in Virginia's political life.
• Protect and promote the VPAP brand and its reputation for integrity and nonpartisanship.
• Determine the appropriate organizational structure to support any future initiatives, as they are considered.
• Oversee operations and provide staff with opportunities for professional growth, especially in ways that also strengthen VPAP.

Community Facing

Board Relationships

Finance and Administration

Key Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities :

Competitive Salary & Benefits Package including 100% health and dental coverage with 25% for each dependent, PTO of 20 days per year, and 4% retirement match. Hybrid work location. The salary range is about $140,000-$160,000 depending upon related credentials and work experience.

Warren Whitney (The Firm) is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm on behalf of its client will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship, or any other class protected by applicable law. The Firm reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and / or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

Background & Drug Screening Disclaimer

Offer conditioned on passable background checks including criminal background checks, education verification and reference checks .