Vision

To inspire LGBTQ people across identities for collective liberation.

Mission

To foster inclusive communities and holistic well-being for LGBTQ people

through social, educational, and cultural engagement.

Values in Action

We recognize how interconnected our work in the LGBTQ movement must be with other social justice movements, and we unapologetically stand for and with movements seeking justice and inclusion for people of color, documented and undocumented immigrants, refugees, people of all faiths or no faith, women, people living with disabilities, older adults, youth, and people who are low-income. We know that each of these struggles, although unique, are interconnected - and we support justice for all people who are oppressed and marginalized.

Safety: We seek to prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional safety of LGBTQ people.

We believe survivors of violence and seek to support their safety and agency.

Respect & Dignity: We value the humanity in each person, and seek to ground our interactions in respect and dignity for people of all identities and experiences.

Intersectionality & Inclusion: We recognize the complex ways that our multiple identities intersect, and the layers of societal privilege and oppression that we experience on an individual, communal, organizational, and systemic level as a result. We seek to understand and challenge our privileges and actively work towards solidarity. We strive to center the voices of and prioritize programs and services for LGBTQ people who are most marginalized, committing to be representative of and accountable to those communities.

Collaboration: We seek to work, internally and externally, in a collaborative manner that values feedback, builds partnerships, and operates from a framework of mutuality rather than competition.

Position Title: ExecutiveDirector

Anticipated Start Date: March 1st, 2024

The LGBT Center is seeking our next leader! This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader who is committed to our vision, mission, and values to work with the Board of Directors to strategically lead the Center into its next chapter. This is an outward-facing role with primary responsibility for strategic leadership, working with the Board of Directors, fundraising, community engagement, and staff management/human resources, while also providing high-level oversight of all programs and services and finances, grants, and operations for the organization.

Hours & Schedule:

This is a full-time, salaried position with flexible hours, which includes regular evenings and some weekends. As an executive leadership position, at times the Executive Director will need to work more than 40 hours/week. The Executive Director will reside in Central PA for this in-person role (or be willing to relocate at their own expense). A hybrid schedule with some remote work is possible.

Organization Description:

The LGBT Center of Central PA fosters inclusive communities and holistic well-being for LGBTQ people through social, educational, and cultural engagement. Established in 2006, we are based in Harrisburg and serve our communities across Dauphin, Cumberland, York, and Lancaster counties. We have a $1 million annual budget, and seven full-time staff.

Position Summary:

The Executive Director must have a demonstrated commitment to antiracism, intersectionality, and restorative justice; proven collaborative leadership skills working with diverse teams; and excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to navigate conflict. The Executive Director must have experience working with LGBTQ communities and with nonprofits, and have a proven track record in fundraising, fiscal management, and staff supervision. They must be able to connect well with people and have a growth mindset, be organized and detail-oriented, and adept at prioritizing self-care and exercising healthy boundaries. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities:

● Strategic Leadership & Planning:

o Lead the Center’s work in alignment with the vision, mission, and values – particularly when confronted with crises or challenging situations.

o Spearhead next Strategic Planning process, and ensure implementation of goals and objectives identified in the new Strategic Plan.

● Board of Directors:

o Build effective working relationships with Board members, and work closely with the Board Co-Chairs to set priorities and identify decision points for the Board.

o Work with the Nominations & Board Development Committee to recruit, orient, support and retain effective Board members.

● Fundraising

o Identify current and future funding needs for the Center, and develop and implement an annual fundraising plan to meet those needs, in conjunction with the Development Committee and the Director of Finance & Grants.

o Cultivate positive relationships with grant funders, individual donors, corporate sponsors; manage and grow recurring individual donations and annual corporate giving; and manage Capital Campaign donor fulfillment and appreciation.

o Spearhead the planning and implementation of the annual 5k and the annual gala in collaboration with the Chair of the Events Committee.

● Community Engagement

o Represent the Center publicly by participating in community events, responding to media requests, cultivating positive relationships with community leaders & elected officials, and coordinating the Center’s participation in Pride events.

o Curate the overall messaging for the Center, including some writing, editing, reviewing, and approval of various communications in collaboration with the Contracted PR & Marketing Coordinator and relevant program staff.

● Staff Management & Human Resources

o Facilitate regular staff meetings for the 8 full-time staff, and provide regular supervision to 4 direct reports – Director of Finance & Grants, GLO Site Director, Director of Training & Education, and Youth Programs Coordinator.

o Provide regular oversight and direction to the 3 contracted positions – Contracted QTPOC Program Coordinator, Contracted Passageways Coordinator, and Contracted PR & Marketing Coordinator.

o Make hiring, firing, promotion, and demotion decisions in line with the Center’s HR Policies & Procedures and in collaboration with the Personnel Committee.

o Address performance issues in a trauma-informed and restorative manner, spearhead the annual performance evaluation process, and regularly develop and update HR Policies & Procedures in collaboration with the Personnel Committee.

● Program Oversight

o Provide high-level oversight of all Center programs and services.

o Support staff, contractors, and volunteers to effectively manage their programs and to develop and implement effective community engagement strategies.

o Oversee development of new programs, as needed, in line with the Strategic Plan.

● Finance, Grants & Operations

o Provide high-level oversight of the Center’s finances, grants, and operations.

o Support the Director of Finance & Grants in financial management, grant management & writing, and operations; provide final approvals as appropriate.

o Execute legal documents appropriately on behalf of the Center.

o Support the Director of Finance & Grants in preparing the annual budget, and ensure that financial reports are presented to the Board on a regular basis.

● Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Values:

● Demonstrated commitment to the vision, mission, and values of the LGBT Center, with a strong antiracist and intersectional lens and tangible racial justice work in the community.

● Experience working effectively & respectfully with people of different races, ethnicities, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, and ages.

● A deep understanding of and experience practicing a restorative justice, trauma-informed, and survivor-centered approach to decision-making.

Leadership:

● Experience building relationships and partnerships; leading diverse teams and creating inclusive team cultures; and inspiring people to work towards a common goal together.

● Experience in crisis management, with an ability to remain calm during high-stress situations and lead people through crisis situations.

Communication:

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting, speaking, writing, and facilitating in both formal and informal settings.

● Experience connecting with and communicating to multiple audiences in formal and informal settings – i.e. donors, elected officials, participants, community members.

● Experience navigating conflict and difficult conversations with empathy and care for all people involved, while staying true to personal and organizational values.

Experience:

● Experience working with LGBTQ communities, with thorough knowledge of and

commitment to LGBTQ issues.

● Experience with nonprofits, including an understanding of nonprofit finances, and familiarity with the roles of a nonprofit Board and Executive Director.

● Experience conducting successful fundraising efforts, managing an organizational or program budget, and supervising staff.

Location:

● Residence in Central PA (or willingness to relocate at their own expense).

● Familiarity with and connections to Central PA generally, and Harrisburg specifically.

Important Life Skills:

● Genuine, warm personality with an ability to connect with people.

● Organized and detail-oriented approach, with excellent time management and ability to effectively prioritize tasks/projects within a fast-paced and every-changing environment.

● Strengths-based approach and a growth mindset.

● Ability to prioritize self-care, exercise healthy boundaries, and establish and model work/life balance to the best of their ability.

Preferred Experience:

● Experience working or volunteering with an LGBTQ community center.

● Experience developing or implementing a Strategic Plan.

● Experience with Human Resources (HR).

● Experience with grant-writing and grant management.

● Experience with collaborative grant endeavors, as the lead agency and/or in partnership with others.

● Experience with event-planning.

● Experience using Google Suite (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Docs).

Education:

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, however the LGBT Center is committed to honoring the lived experiences of all applicants. The LGBT Center will consider applicants with all levels of education, and lived experience is valued along with work experience and formal education.

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, salaried position that is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. An annual salary in the range of $65,000 - $85,000 will be provided, based upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance for the employee, spouse, and dependants paid 80% by the Center; 18 paid holidays plus 19 paid days off annually; a Simple IRA retirement account with a 3% match by the Center; a computer, cell phone, and other supplies provided; an up to $50/month internet stipend for remote work; and an individualized therapy stipend for employee wellness.

Background Checks:

The LGBT Center understands how Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities are disproportionately profiled, policed, and criminalized in the U.S. The LGBT Center does not exclude all people with criminal records from employment or contracted positions. However, to support everyone’s safety the LGBT Center does require a completed PA State Police Background Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Check as a condition of employment or contracted work. If a record exists, it is evaluated based on safety considerations as a youth-serving organization and on the functions of the specific role.

Workplace Culture:

The LGBT Center is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be representative of LGBTQ people at the intersections of multiple identities and lived experiences. LGBTQ people who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, immigrants, refugees, people with disabilities/disabled people, people living with HIV, people of different income levels, people of different religions, people of different ages, and those who hold other marginalized identities are encouraged to apply. The LGBT Center seeks to foster a fully inclusive work culture, and expects all employees to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values.

Application Instructions & Deadline:

To apply, e-mail a cover letter and resume to apply@centralpalgbtcenter.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Harrisburg, PA 17110: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person