Executive Director
Bristol Adult Resource Center Inc, Bristol, CT, United States
Why Join BARC?
BARC has been a leader for nearly 70 years in creating meaningful, inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. We are looking for an innovative, relationship-driven Executive Director to bring our organization to our next chapter.
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference while shaping the future of a trusted nonprofit.
What You’ll Do
- Establish and maintain a positive business climate that attracts, retains and motivates quality employees and volunteers in support of the individuals BARC serves.
- Maintain quality of programs at DDS standards or above.
- Provide strategic financial leadership.
- Communicate and build relationships with families, city and state departments/organizations.
- Build and steward relationships with individual donors, major gift prospects, foundations, and corporate partners.
- Oversee Marketing and Communications to deliver compelling campaigns and donor communications.
- Inspire & lead a talented team and engage board committees to amplify impact.
Why You’ll Want to be a Part of BARC
- Our work matters: BARC transforms lives.
- Collaborative Culture: A passionate team with a big impact.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous employer-subsidized medical and dental benefits, generous PTO, 401(k) with a generous match, and more.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of increasing responsibility in a non-profit: 5–7+ years experience.
- Ability to meet DDS provider minimum qualifications for all support categories provided by BARC.
- Relationship Builder: Skilled in cultivating and motivating staff, volunteers and members.
- Strategic Communicator: Trust builder in a difficult time for non-profits.
- Team Leader: Experience managing staff and collaborating across departments.