Higher Ground USA · 5 days ago
Chief Executive Officer
Ketchum, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $170K/yrHigher Ground USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals of all abilities through therapeutic recreation and education. The CEO will lead the organization in advancing its strategic and operational goals, ensuring high-quality program delivery and fostering a collaborative culture among staff and volunteers.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Set and drive Higher Ground USA’s strategy, culture, and operational success, ensuring programs continue to set the standard for transformative, therapeutic recreation
Prioritize trust-building, listening, and humility in the first year, leading growth in partnership with staff and honoring the organization’s collaborative culture
Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to develop annual operating budgets for Board approval and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
Oversee investments, financial controls, and compliance to safeguard fiscal health and long-term organizational stability
Provide oversight of all programs and services in close collaboration with the Director of Adaptive Programs and the Director of Veteran and First Responder Programs
Ensure consistently high-quality program delivery and continuous improvement through participant feedback, operational efficiencies, and innovation
Champion new ideas, methods, and approaches that elevate the participant experience and expand organizational impact
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in a leadership role within a nonprofit organization, preferably in the field of therapeutic recreation or related services
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans that drive organizational growth and effectiveness
Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Experience in fundraising and development, with a track record of securing financial support for nonprofit initiatives
Commitment to the mission of Higher Ground USA and a passion for serving individuals with disabilities and veterans
Preferred
Experience working with boards of directors and governance structures
Familiarity with adaptive recreation and therapeutic programs
Background in organizational development and change management
Knowledge of data and metrics to assess program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
Company
Higher Ground USA
Higher Ground USA uses adventure to foster growth, develop leadership, and strengthen relationships.
Founded in 2007
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase