Chief Executive Officer  

Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children ("Littles"), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Dorado County began in 1977 and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nevada County and North Lake Tahoe began in 1979.  In an effort to consolidate expenses and provide additional services to the children in our communities, the two affiliates merged in 2019.  We are now known as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra.   

Since its founding, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra has stayed true to its original mission, to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.  Today, with a budget of approximately $1 million, and a dedicated team of 13, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra has made a significant impact on the lives of thousands of children and their families throughout El Dorado, Nevada, and Placer counties.

Learn more at www.bbbsns.org

Where We Are Today

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra seeks a dynamic and experienced executive to continue the legacy of our current Chief Executive Officer who is stepping down after 12 years. The ideal candidate will partner with the Board of Directors to develop and execute a vision for the next chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra, building on our achievements and leading us to continue the vision and expand the impact of the organization in powerful and innovative ways.

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Using the power of storytelling, ignite and kindle the passion for our mission with all organization stakeholders - staff, board, volunteers, donors - propelling them to invite people to join in our work.
• Build a real sense of belonging for those who have found their way to our organization, ensuring that our ecosystem is diverse, equitable and inclusive
• Model the leadership you look to see in others by tending to your own self care

Board Partnership

• Build, cultivate and nurture a true partnership with the Board of Directors built on mutual respect and trust
• Provide the Board of Directors with the resources, information and training necessary to fulfill their duties and to be organizational ambassadors
• Actively engage with the Resource committee to help identify prospective board members who bring the skills, attributes and lived experience necessary for the board to be the best partner it can be.

Vision and Strategy

• In partnership with the board and staff, align the organization around a compelling vision for the future, one that we can rally stakeholders and donors around as we secure resources, human and financial to support our work
• Ensure that mission and core values are developed to provide the organization with a compass to guide us toward our vision
• Develop goals, strategies and tactics in the form of annual plans as a key roadmap that introduces an accountability component to the strategy we develop

Management

• Build, lead and retain an effective and diverse staff team dedicated to the mission and with the requisite skills to be successful in their work
• Establish effective decision making at all levels to ensure that voices are heard and that short and long-term goals are met
• Ensure the organization is resting on a fiscally sound foundation and that relevant parties are informed about fiscal status and that financial information is communicated in a manner accessible to all

Impact

• Oversee a programmatic portfolio that is designed with a deep understanding of the communities we serve and that aligns with our mission and our long-range plans
• Ensure effective systems for program evaluation and regularly evaluate the program portfolio, ever mindful of the need to adapt to the needs of our communities
• Bring a spirit of innovation to the program work with an eye toward piloting new ideas that could be incorporated into or will maximize existing work

Growing Resources

• Serve as the fundraiser in chief of the organization, setting fundraising strategy and responsible for working with staff, board and volunteers to identify prospects and close gifts.
• With an understanding that fundraising is relational, develop strategies that ensure that donors are nurtured from their first gift

 The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will embody the values of Big Brothers Big Sisters and bring leadership and strategic insights to the work through the following skills and characteristics:

• Deep belief in and passion for our organization’s purpose
• Exudes humble confidence
• Compelling communicator and storyteller
• Keen understanding of the ability to listen, meet people where they are and engage in meaningful dialogue with stakeholders
• Leads and manages with intention
• Culturally responsive and emotionally intelligent
• Committed to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Demonstrates compassion and empathy, especially in times of crisis
• Digitally savvy with enthusiasm about its possibilities
• Leads and manages with a growth mindset, open to learning and adapting
• Courageous and compassionate truth-teller
• Recognizes that leadership is a joyful responsibility

Compensation and Benefits

Salary - $90,000+ depending on experience

Benefits included – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Norther Sierra offers paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to employees (family members may be added at employees’ expense). Also offered are 3 weeks’ vacation at the onset of employment and 10 days per year sick leave.  We offer an additional 2 personal days and a birthday day, as well as observe 12 paid holidays.

DEI Vision Statement

At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) is an integral part of our values and mission. We recognize, affirm, and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, lives, and experiences of all our stakeholders, including youth, families, donors, volunteers, and staff. We ensure the opportunity for all voices and perspectives to be heard and honored. In the workplace, we foster an environment where all people can be their best selves. We affirm that every person [regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, marital or veteran status] has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We strive to realize the full potential that is within all of us by ensuring that all voices and perspectives are heard and honored.

Interested Applicants

Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@bbbsns.org by September 30, 2024

re:Visions Store Volunteers

 Big Brothers Big Sisters Northern Sierra is seeking special volunteers to work in the re:Visions Home Décor Store.  If you are someone who might be interested in volunteering a few hours a week (various shifts available), want to socialize with amazing community members, maybe have a little creativity, we would love to talk to YOU.  Please call Lisa at 530-350.8647.

Event Volunteers

If you would be interested in volunteering at any of our special events throughout the year, please contact Juan Nunez, Development Manager and he can get you all the details - juan@bbbsns.org - 530-409.8894.