Executive Director
MAINSTREAM,INDEPENDENT LIVIN, Little Rock, AR, United States
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream
Position Type:
Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range:
$70,000 - $85,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience Benefits: Mainstream offers a competitive benefits package, including: Employer-paid medical, short-term disability, and life insurance . Vision and dental insurance Paid vacation and sick leave Birthday and Personal Days 12 paid holidays annually Simple IRA retirement plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Location Arkansas (Central Arkansas service area with one Independent Living (IL) office serving Faulkner, Lonoke, Perry, Prairie, Pulaski and parts of Saline counties; regular in-state travel required) Organization Overview Founded in 1987, Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is a private, nonprofit Center for Independent Living (CIL) dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live self-directed lives and to advancing a barrier-free Arkansas through advocacy, systems change, and public education. Mainstream is consumer-controlled, with most of the Board of Directors and staff identifying as people with disabilities. Services are funded through a combination of federal, state, local, and private sources, including Title VII, Chapter I , Part C of the Rehabilitation Act of I 973 as Amended, as administered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), an operating division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Position Summary The Executive Director (ED) is the chief executive officer of Mainstream and provides visionary mission-driven leadership grounded in the Independent Living philosophy. Reporting to the President of the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for: Strategic leadership Program effectiveness Fiscal stewardship for Staff development Community relations Advocacy Ensuring full compliance with ACL/Title VII requirements, State of Arkansas regulations, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Key Responsibilities Organizational Leadership & Strategy Partner with the Board of Directors to advance the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of Mainstream. Lead implementation and evaluation of the organization's multi-year strategic plan. Provide regular, transparent reporting to the Board on organizational performance, risks, and opportunities. Independent Living Programs & Compliance. Ensure high-quality, consumer-directed delivery of the five core Independent Living services: Individual and Systems Advocacy PeerCounseling/Support Independent Living Skills Training Information and Referral Transition Services
Ensure compliance with Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, ACL regulations, and Arkansas state requirements governing the CIL. Promote continuous quality improvement, outcome measurement, and consumer satisfaction. Financial Management & Sustainability Oversee development and management of the annual operating budget. Ensure strong financial controls, fiscal integrity and long-term sustainability. Review financial statements and ensure completion of required independent audits. Ensure compliance with federal and state fiscal, reporting, and audit requirements
Staff Leadership & Human Resources Recruit, develop, supervise, and retain a qualified, diverse, and mission-aligned workforce. Foster an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace consistent with Independent Living values Ensure compliance with Arkansas and federal employment laws and funder requirements Advocacy, Community Relations & Public Affairs Serve as chief spokesperson for Mainstream and a visible leader in Arkansas' disability and Independent Living communities. Build and maintain strong relationships with consumers, policymakers, funders, and community partners. Advance systems change initiatives and advocacy efforts driven by the priorities of people with disabilities Governance & Board Relations Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff. . Support effective governance through timely communication, accurate reporting, and board development. Coordinate logistics and documentation for Board and committee meetings Resource Development Lead and support a diversified resource development strategy, including grants, public funding, contracts, and private support. Ensure compliance with all funder requirements and reporting obligations
Required Qualifications Master's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Minimum of five years of senior or executive-level leadership in a board-governed nonprofit organization. Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the Independent Living philosophy and consumer-controlled services. Strong financial management and budgeting experience. Experience ensuring compliance with federal and state funding and reporting requirements. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking. Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations, manage change, and build collaborative partnerships
Preferred Qualifications Personal experience with disability Leadership experience in a CIL or disability-led organization Experience with Title VII /ACl-funded programs Advocacy, systems change, and community organizing experience Grant writing and fund development experience
Work Environment & Accessibility This position is primarily office-based with required in-state travel. All essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Mainstream ILRC is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, and Arkansas civil rights laws. Equal Opportunity Employer: Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and candidates from under represented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Please mail your resume and cover letter with your salary requirements for the position listed in this advertisement to the Attention of Robert Maxwell at ILRC, Inc. 300 South Rodney Parham, Suite #5, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. In addition, an applicant may send his or her resume by e-mail to
MainstreamLR@sbcglobal.net . Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. recblid 647zldq5209aq6c243u0iqt2p0pt5x
Permanent, Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range:
$70,000 - $85,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience Benefits: Mainstream offers a competitive benefits package, including: Employer-paid medical, short-term disability, and life insurance . Vision and dental insurance Paid vacation and sick leave Birthday and Personal Days 12 paid holidays annually Simple IRA retirement plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Location Arkansas (Central Arkansas service area with one Independent Living (IL) office serving Faulkner, Lonoke, Perry, Prairie, Pulaski and parts of Saline counties; regular in-state travel required) Organization Overview Founded in 1987, Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is a private, nonprofit Center for Independent Living (CIL) dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live self-directed lives and to advancing a barrier-free Arkansas through advocacy, systems change, and public education. Mainstream is consumer-controlled, with most of the Board of Directors and staff identifying as people with disabilities. Services are funded through a combination of federal, state, local, and private sources, including Title VII, Chapter I , Part C of the Rehabilitation Act of I 973 as Amended, as administered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), an operating division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Position Summary The Executive Director (ED) is the chief executive officer of Mainstream and provides visionary mission-driven leadership grounded in the Independent Living philosophy. Reporting to the President of the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for: Strategic leadership Program effectiveness Fiscal stewardship for Staff development Community relations Advocacy Ensuring full compliance with ACL/Title VII requirements, State of Arkansas regulations, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Key Responsibilities Organizational Leadership & Strategy Partner with the Board of Directors to advance the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of Mainstream. Lead implementation and evaluation of the organization's multi-year strategic plan. Provide regular, transparent reporting to the Board on organizational performance, risks, and opportunities. Independent Living Programs & Compliance. Ensure high-quality, consumer-directed delivery of the five core Independent Living services: Individual and Systems Advocacy PeerCounseling/Support Independent Living Skills Training Information and Referral Transition Services
Ensure compliance with Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, ACL regulations, and Arkansas state requirements governing the CIL. Promote continuous quality improvement, outcome measurement, and consumer satisfaction. Financial Management & Sustainability Oversee development and management of the annual operating budget. Ensure strong financial controls, fiscal integrity and long-term sustainability. Review financial statements and ensure completion of required independent audits. Ensure compliance with federal and state fiscal, reporting, and audit requirements
Staff Leadership & Human Resources Recruit, develop, supervise, and retain a qualified, diverse, and mission-aligned workforce. Foster an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace consistent with Independent Living values Ensure compliance with Arkansas and federal employment laws and funder requirements Advocacy, Community Relations & Public Affairs Serve as chief spokesperson for Mainstream and a visible leader in Arkansas' disability and Independent Living communities. Build and maintain strong relationships with consumers, policymakers, funders, and community partners. Advance systems change initiatives and advocacy efforts driven by the priorities of people with disabilities Governance & Board Relations Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff. . Support effective governance through timely communication, accurate reporting, and board development. Coordinate logistics and documentation for Board and committee meetings Resource Development Lead and support a diversified resource development strategy, including grants, public funding, contracts, and private support. Ensure compliance with all funder requirements and reporting obligations
Required Qualifications Master's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Minimum of five years of senior or executive-level leadership in a board-governed nonprofit organization. Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the Independent Living philosophy and consumer-controlled services. Strong financial management and budgeting experience. Experience ensuring compliance with federal and state funding and reporting requirements. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking. Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations, manage change, and build collaborative partnerships
Preferred Qualifications Personal experience with disability Leadership experience in a CIL or disability-led organization Experience with Title VII /ACl-funded programs Advocacy, systems change, and community organizing experience Grant writing and fund development experience
Work Environment & Accessibility This position is primarily office-based with required in-state travel. All essential job functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Mainstream ILRC is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as Amended, and Arkansas civil rights laws. Equal Opportunity Employer: Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. d.b.a. Mainstream is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and candidates from under represented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Please mail your resume and cover letter with your salary requirements for the position listed in this advertisement to the Attention of Robert Maxwell at ILRC, Inc. 300 South Rodney Parham, Suite #5, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. In addition, an applicant may send his or her resume by e-mail to
MainstreamLR@sbcglobal.net . Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. recblid 647zldq5209aq6c243u0iqt2p0pt5x