Executive Director

JLM HR Consulting•Largo, MD

9d•$130,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Child Resource Connect is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Executive Director to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth, innovation, and community partnership. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about strengthening families, supporting early childhood development, and ensuring every child has access to the resources they need to thrive. About Child Resource Connect Child Resource Connect is dedicated to empowering families and childcare providers with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to nurture healthy child development. Through community partnerships, family engagement, and evidence-based programming, we work to ensure that children have equitable access to high-quality early learning experiences and developmental resources. Position Overview The Executive Director serves as the chief executive and strategic leader of Child Resource Connect. This role oversees organizational strategy, program development, fundraising, financial management, community partnerships, and staff leadership of approximately forty team members. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, visionary professional who brings both strategic insight and operational excellence. The Executive Director reports directly to the CRC Board of Directors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior management within a nonprofit, human services, education, or community-based organization.
Proven leadership experience in nonprofit management, early childhood, family services, education, or a related field.
Strong strategic planning, organizational development, and program management skills.
Strong business acumen with the ability to oversee financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and operational systems.
Demonstrated success in fundraising, and the ability to identify and cultivate aligned funders and ensure high quality proposal submissions.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and community engagement abilities.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive family support.
Background check and compliance with all licensing, grant, or regulatory requirements applicable to Child Resource Connect.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to advance the mission, vision, and long-term goals of the organization.
Oversee strategic planning, daily operations, program implementation, and organizational performance.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with families, community organizations, funders, and federal, state, and local agencies.
Manage multiple large government contracts, ensuring effective delivery of service and compliance with all requirements.
Lead fundraising efforts, including grant development, donor engagement, and resource cultivation.
Manage organizational finances, budgeting, and compliance.
Lead senior leadership team, and support and develop staff to ensure a positive, high-performing team culture.
Stay informed of emerging trends, policies, and developments in the field of quality childcare, early childhood education, family support, and maternal and child health.
Represent Child Resource Connect as a trusted voice for children, families, and childcare providers in the community.
Partner with the Board of Directors to support effective governance, advance annual organizational goals, and report on financial, programmatic, and impact performance.