Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Abilities Network is seeking an experienced, enterprise-oriented leader to serve as Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This newly created role is designed to strengthen internal leadership capacity, align strategy across four diverse programs, and support long-term executive continuity.


At Abilities Network, we cultivate inclusive communities through relationships, innovation and high-quality services. We accomplish this by living close to our values of respect, well-being, reflection and courage and using them to guide our decision making.


Over the next 2-3 years, the Deputy CEO will partner closely with the CEO, COO and Board of Directors to enhance operational integration, improve cross-program alignment, and build executive readiness. Through a phased leadership model, the Deputy CEO will gradually assume broader enterprise-wide and external responsibilities.

The timing and structure of any leadership transition will be determined collaboratively by the CEO and Board of Directors based on organizational needs and performance. Advancement to the CEO role is not guaranteed. This enterprise-level leadership position requires emotional maturity, resilience, curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to operate at a CEO altitude.

What will I do at Abilities Network?

• Drive cross-program alignment and operational excellence
• Coach and develop senior leaders across four programs
• Strengthen governance, financial planning, and succession readiness
• Represent the organization externally, with responsibilities increasing over time
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team

What does Abilities Network need from me?

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced management degree preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a senior management position
• Significant knowledge and experience in the following areas is required: human services, finance, human resources and governance.
• Proven experience in displaying integrity, modeling behavior, developing people, and building teams
• Demonstrated success in enterprise-level management
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to inspire trust across teams
• A strategic thinker who can translate vision into operational reality
• A commitment to inclusive leadership, reflective practice, and organizational stewardship
• The emotional intelligence and executive presence required for high-stakes leadership

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successful in this role: Ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer and standard office equipment, communicate in English verbally in meetings and presentations, and occasionally travel and move throughout an office or facility environments.

Abilities Network offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $130,000, along with a comprehensive benefits packaging including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Company paid Life/AD&D Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance


• 403(b) plan with employer contribution


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Anniversary Day Off


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Referral Bonus Program - earn up to $1800 per hire


Why join Abilities Network?

This is a unique opportunity to help lead a long-standing, community-centered organization that makes a meaningful difference every day. The Deputy CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's future and strengthening its impact across Maryland communities.

Find out more about us and apply at . Interested candidates should submit a résumé, cover letter, and three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Office at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Abilities Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, military status, veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, or any other category covered by applicable law.

Salary Description


$120,000 - $130,000 a year