Chief Executive Officer

Are you professionally committed to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Do you lead with a vision rooted in inclusion, aiming to drive systemic change within our community? Can you cultivate a culture of advocacy and self-determination, leading the charge to ensure that every person with IDD is empowered to make decisions about their own lives?

If your natural tendency is placing people first, recognizing the inherent value of every individual, and you are dedicated to deepening your connection with the IDD community, then you may be the ideal candidate to become the next Chief Executive Officer for The Arc of North Carolina.

Why?

The Arc of North Carolina has been providing advocacy and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1953.

The Arc of NC began as a grassroots movement by families striving to create better opportunities for their children who were often denied access to essential services like day care, public education, and vocational opportunities. Over the decades, The Arc of NC has grown into a powerful organization which strongly advocates for the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities, significantly influencing policies and establishing vital services across the state.

The Arc of NC has a legacy of change-making and has continuously pushed for advancements in how society supports and recognizes those in the IDD community. This work now involves providing direct services in addition to the broad advocacy and policy efforts that ensure individuals with disabilities can lead fulfilling, independent lives.

Joining The Arc of NC means being part of a movement that values human rights and actively supports the full inclusion and participation of people with disabilities throughout their lifetimes, working to ensure that they have the same opportunities to learn, live, work, and play just like anyone else.

What will you do as The Arc of North Carolina’s next CEO?

The Chief Executive Officer’s primary responsibilities are as follows:

• Lead, inspire, and develop a committed workforce of 600 people, fostering an environment of compassion and alignment with values, mission, and goals.
• Connect deeply with the IDD community, driving initiatives that align with their needs and aspirations.
• Manage The Arc of NC overseeing compliance and an annual budget of $30 million and assets of $6 million.
• Strategically innovate and guide the organization through complex challenges, governmental changes at the state and federal level, and create unique opportunities with a forward-thinking approach. 
• Directly supervise and strategize with an executive leadership team as well as collaborate with staff leaders of different divisions. 
• Actively engage in advocacy and community outreach, ensuring The Arc’s voice is influential in public policy and community welfare at the state and local level. 
• Collaborate with and build the Board of Directors to sharpen strategic focus, diversify skillset, ensure financial health, and increase efficiency and future growth. 
• Foster new and further existing relationships with elected officials, state government leadership, funders, and partner organizations to increase the scope and depth of the mission.  
• Build partnership and trust within the network of local chapters of The Arc.  
• Passionately share The Arc’s story of impact across the state, inspiring and asking community leaders and neighbors to partner and invest. 

Key lived experiences, attributes, and skillsets sought in the CEO

• Deep commitment and connection to the mission and values of The Arc of NC and the IDD community, coupled with a personal and professional history of compassionate leadership.
• Experience casting a vision, building a strategy, and leading the successful execution of a plan that drives organizational growth.
• Proven track record as a strategic innovator who has implemented effective strategies.
• Strong background in nonprofit management and financial acumen, capable of steering complex budget management and resource allocation.
• Robust experience in advocacy and community engagement, with a history of impactful public speaking and community involvement.
• Demonstrated ability in staff development, fostering professional growth, accountability, and organizational leadership.
• Experience in board development through strategic recruitment, training, and engagement to enhance governance and support organizational goals.
• Collaborative problem-solver who seeks, encourages and values input from staff, board, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Inspiring communicator who can motivate staff, the Board, donors, chapter leadership, partner agencies, local, state, and federal legislators, and volunteers.
• Active listener who is focused on understanding before responding.

Think you are the next The Arc of North Carolina CEO?

To apply, click on the link to the CEO position profile at https://jobs.armstrongmcguire.com/. You will see instructions for uploading your cover letter, resume and salary requirements. Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contact talent@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

Review of candidates will begin April 7 with an application deadline of May 2.

Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position with a range of $180,000 to $190,000. Benefits include medical, dental and vision; health spending accounts and flexible spending accounts; PTO; 401(k) with 5% match; short and long-term disability; 100% employer paid group life insurance; and employee assistance program. The preference is for the CEO to live in the Triangle.

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