Executive Director (BARC)

Overview

Bristol Adult Resource Center (BARC) – Position: Executive Director

Location: Bristol, CT

Salary: $105,000 – $140,000

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with some evenings/weekends

Reports To: President & Board of Directors

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.

What We’re Looking For

• 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.

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. Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, generous employer-subsidized medical and dental benefits, generous PTO, 401(k) with a generous match, and more. Please send resume and cover letter (in PDF format) to by 4/3/2026.

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