Executive Director - New Horizons

Executive Director - New Horizons

 

About New Horizons

The mission is to end homelessness, one young person at a time. And since 1978, New Horizons and our community have chosen to see unhoused young adults as some of the community's most cherished assets—full of beauty, worth, and dignity. When a group of people from area churches and the downtown community noticed how many unmet needs a growing population of unhoused young people were facing, they teamed up to create a drop-in center for homeless youth and founded New Horizons.

New Horizons is uniquely positioned and skilled at ensuring that youth homelessness is rare, brief, and a one-time occurrence. New Horizons helped 177 young people secure stable housing in 2024 and served over 500 young people (ages 13-25). Over its long history, from Downtown to Capitol Hill to Belltown, New Horizons has operated its drop-in center as a central access point for any young person looking for support. For nearly 50 years this community has grown and adapted to more effectively fulfill its mission by offering wraparound services, shelter beds, and job training, becoming a leader in helping unhoused young people find stable housing.

New Horizon's core services include Street Bean, a social enterprise coffee shop offering paid work experience for young people. Street Bean provides a relational, supportive, and real-world work experience for young people pursuing greater stability.

The Role

Reporting to the Board of Directors and in partnership with a staff of thirty (30), including five (5) direct reports, the ED leads the continued delivery of services for young people experiencing homelessness while creatively expanding and strengthening services to meet increased and evolving needs. While no two days will look alike, the incoming ED should expect to lead or participate in the following key areas:

Strategic Leadership and Communication: The ED will engage regularly with the Board of Directors, ensuring transparent communication regarding the organization's operations, finances, and strategic direction. By leading the New Horizons Leadership Team, the ED will inspire collaboration by demonstrating servant leadership in executing our shared mission.

Financial Oversight and Resource Development: In partnership with the Board, the ED will oversee the strategic planning process and manage the organization's budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance. By fostering relationships with community members and philanthropic entities, the ED will enhance public relations and fundraising efforts, promoting sustainable growth.

Talent Management and Organizational Culture: The ED will play a crucial role in promoting a healthy organizational culture with its foundation in Christian faith and values. By working closely with the Director of Human Resources, the ED will ensure that staff are effectively trained and supported in achieving programmatic and operational goals, ultimately driving the organization's success.

Program Administration: Collaborate with departmental leaders to uphold high standards for program delivery and actively monitor performance through data analysis, ensuring alignment with best practice service models and compliance with contract funder requirements. The ED's contribution will be vital in fostering excellence across all programs.

Total Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000.

New Horizons is committed to supporting all employees through competitive salary and benefits, a commitment to equity and inclusion, and training and professional development opportunities.

The comprehensive benefits package includes:

- Paid Time Off (Up to 25 days per year, accrual starting on first day)
- Holidays - 8 hours: 6 paid holidays per year (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
- 403(b) Plan: Eligible after 250 hours of work are met (2% employer match)
- Employee Assistance Program - Unum
- Financial Wellness Program - Key Bank: New account rebates, financial planning, workshops and savings tools
- Medical Insurance - Regence Blue Shield: With employee-only plan, $0 payroll deduction, Wellness Program
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) - BBP Admin: Employees on medical plan are reimbursed up to $1,000 per year for qualified medical expenses
- Vision Insurance - VSP: With employee-only plan, $0 payroll deduction
- Dental Insurance - Willamette Dental: With employee-only plan, $0 payroll deduction
- Group Life/AD&D Insurance - Unum: Organization paid group life insurance of $10,000 per year

To Be Considered

The position is open until filled and initial interviews will begin by late-March, although it is highly encouraged in applying as soon as possible. Cover letters (two pages or less) addressed to Board Chair, Jeff Van Duzer and a resume can be submitted to Valtas.

 

New Horizons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. We are upholding this by recruiting candidates of every race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender or gender identity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and all other historically marginalized and excluded communities and other protected status as provided by law. Qualified individuals who bring diverse perspectives to the workplace are highly encouraged to apply!