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Executive Director

Marin CASASan Rafael, CA, United States
4 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Executive Director – Marin Court Appointed Special Advocates (Marin CASA)

Location : Marin County, CA

Salary : $130,000–$150,000 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits : PTO, 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision

About Marin CASA

Marin Court Appointed Special Advocates (Marin CASA) is a nonprofit that recruits, trains, and supervises community volunteers (CASAs) to advocate for the best interests of children in the Marin County Juvenile Court System. Part of a national network of over 900 independent CASA organizations, Marin CASA ensures that local foster youth receive consistent, individualized support through the court process.

In 2024, Marin CASA supervised 70 volunteers who served more than 100 children. CASAs provide advocacy for children’s fundamental needs—medical, mental health, educational, cultural, and permanent home stability—while building trusted relationships that foster healing and resilience.

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for leading all aspects of Marin CASA’s operations, programs, and strategy. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED provides vision, leadership, and management to ensure the organization’s sustainability and impact. This includes strategic planning, fundraising, fiscal oversight, community relations, and staff development.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, strategic leader skilled in nonprofit management, fundraising, and collaboration. This role requires emotional maturity and resilience, as Marin CASA’s mission centers on children affected by trauma and uncertainty.

Reports To : Executive Committee of the Board

Direct Reports : Program Director, Communications Associate, Development Staff / Consultants

Annual Budget : $775,000 (2025)

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

  • Uphold Marin CASA’s mission, values, and reputation within the community.
  • Lead strategic planning and visioning with Board and staff.
  • Foster a collaborative, accountable, and trauma-informed organizational culture.
  • Support staff well-being and provide resources for resilience.
  • Oversee compliance with National CASA and CA CASA standards.

Program Oversight

  • Ensure high-quality program delivery and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with the Program Director to evaluate outcomes and maintain program excellence.
  • Advocate for foster youth and influence policies that improve their well-being.
  • Fundraising & Development

  • Lead all fundraising efforts including donor cultivation, events, and campaigns.
  • Manage and grow relationships with individual, corporate, government, and foundation funders.
  • Oversee grant writing, reporting, and fundraising communications.
  • Serve as the external face of the organization, promoting awareness and engagement.
  • Financial Management

  • Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Board Finance Committee.
  • Ensure fiscal integrity, compliance, and sustainable operations.
  • Board Relations

  • Engage and support a strong, active Board in governance, fundraising, and advocacy.
  • Provide timely and transparent updates on financial, strategic, and operational matters.
  • Assist in Board recruitment and training.
  • Community & External Relations

  • Represent Marin CASA with community leaders, funders, the Court, government partners, and media.
  • Build partnerships that strengthen the organization’s capacity and visibility.
  • Serve as primary spokesperson for Marin CASA’s mission and impact.
  • Staff Management

  • Recruit, supervise, and mentor a diverse and professional team (5–7 staff).
  • Provide clear accountability structures and support ongoing training and development.
  • Maintain compliance with personnel policies and employment laws.
  • Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of progressive nonprofit leadership experience (ED, Program Director, or equivalent).
  • Demonstrated commitment to youth advocacy, social welfare, foster care, or mental health services.
  • Proven success in fundraising, including major donors, grants, and events.
  • Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
  • Experience working with and supporting Boards of Directors.
  • Excellent communication, writing, and public speaking skills.
  • Compassionate leadership style; able to foster trust, confidentiality, and team cohesion.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance vision and execution.
  • Master’s degree preferred (Social Work, Law, Business, Psychology, or related field).
  • Must reside in or have experience within the Bay Area; Marin County familiarity preferred.
  • Physical Requirements : Prolonged sitting, computer use, driving, and attendance at meetings / court hearings in Marin County.

    Background Check

    All Marin CASA employees must consent to a full background screening, including :

    Livescan (Child Abuse Central Index), Social Security Verification, Sex Offender Registries, Megan’s Law, OFAC, and National Criminal Database. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

    How to Apply

    Submit a cover letter describing your interest and alignment with Marin CASA’s mission, along with your resume, to :

    Jobs@MarinCASA.org

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    Marin CASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

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