Executive Director - Chicago

Overview

This role leads College Possible Chicago, guiding fundraising, programs and operations to advance local impact and provide an exceptional experience for students, families, donors and community partners. The Executive Director contributes to national strategy as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and serves as the external face of College Possible in the Chicago region.

Why Join Our Team

Working at College Possible isn’t just a job — it’s a mission. You’ll play a direct role in helping students achieve educational goals, contribute to a national movement to expand college access, and help shape brighter futures.

Your Role as Executive Director

As Executive Director of College Possible Chicago, you will :

• Lead site fundraising, programs and operations to drive local impact and exceptional experiences for students, families, donors and community partners.
• Ensure Chicago regional priorities and initiatives align with College Possible’s national strategy; participate on the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to national alignment.
• Represent College Possible externally, guiding fundraising activities, community outreach and collaboration with the local advisory board to support strategic goals.
• Develop and execute strategies that advance the organization’s mission, ensuring College Possible students earn admission to and graduate from college at comparable rates to their high-income peers.
• Cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders to secure a $4.3M annual budget for fiscal year 2026 and grow year over year.
• Lead a Chicago team of 45 people (including 23 AmeriCorps members), ensuring staff have support and guidance to achieve outcomes for students.

Site Management and Leadership

Fundraising and External Relations

Who Should Apply

The Executive Director will be a bold, innovative, mission-driven leader who seeks to expand educational access. The ideal candidate will be authentic, ethical and collaborative, with the following qualifications :

Computer / Software Skills

Physical Requirements

What We Offer

As a committed, diverse, values-based organization, we offer :

To Join Our Growing College Possible Team

Please apply online at www.CollegePossible.org / careers, which includes submitting your resume and cover letter.

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