Program Director

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN

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About The Position

Minnesota Hands & Voices is seeking a collaborative leader to oversee statewide programs supporting children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families. Through a family-centered, peer-to-peer approach, the Director helps ensure families have access to trusted information, meaningful connections, and resources that support their child’s growth, development, and long-term success.

Requirements

• Must be a parent of a child who is deaf or hard of hearing.
• Bachelor's degree and at least five years of leadership, management, or related experience.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to supporting families in an unbiased, inclusive, and family-centered manner.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with public policy, grants, nonprofit programs, or community engagement preferred.
• American Sign Language (ASL) and/or Cued Speech proficiency strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow Minnesota Hands & Voices and DHH Role Model programs.
• Supervise, support, and develop a dedicated team while fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Oversee program operations, budgets, grants, contracts, quality outcomes, and evaluation activities.
• Build strong partnerships with families, community organizations, funders, referral partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify funding opportunities and support long-term program sustainability and growth.
• Represent the organization in community collaborations and initiatives.

Benefits

• ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager