Executive Director

Job Summary

ToolBank USA is excited to launch Nashville ToolBank, a new nonprofit affiliate that will strengthen volunteerism and community impact across Middle Tennessee by providing charitable organizations with access to tools, equipment, and resources needed to complete service projects. As we establish this new affiliate, we are seeking our founding Executive Director—a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader who is passionate about community engagement, relationship building, and nonprofit impact. This is a unique opportunity to build an organization from the ground up, working alongside a dedicated Board of Directors, community partners, and ToolBank USA to create a lasting resource that empowers local nonprofits and volunteers to do more good throughout the Nashville region.

At ToolBank, our work is rooted in four core values that guide everything we do—from how we serve communities to how we support each other:

• Connection- We cultivate relationships, foster collaboration, and link people to the communities they live in. This is how we work—together, with purpose and trust.

• Impact – We empower others to make a difference. By maximizing shared resources and contributing to environmental sustainability, we act as a force multiplier for good.
• Resilience – We embrace challenges and respond to adversity. We support others through obstacles, always learning and growing to better serve communities in moments of need.
• Community – We care deeply—for our team, our network, our partners, and the neighborhoods we serve. We collaborate to foster shared purpose and drive collective impact.

Job Responsibilities

Development 

Formulate, articulate, and administer a development plan that employs diverse fundraising methods to secure funding for ongoing operations and special projects.

• Create and manage a development plan in partnership with the Board

• Responsible for leading efforts to generate income through individual, corporate and foundation sources of funds

• Develop short-term and long-term fundraising plans including special gifts

• Ability to write, submit and manage grants from foundations and other sources

• Engage in prospect research, identify appropriate funding sources, and submit proposals

• Coordinate the activities of directors, staff, and volunteers in fundraising activities

• Facilitate appropriate linkages between board members and potential funders or ongoing financial resources

Financial Management 

Provide an accountability framework within which the ToolBank maintains responsible financial strategies.

• Draft and submit an annual budget to the board of directors

• Maintain proper fiscal management based on non-profit best practices

• Maintain reporting systems representing the organization’s financial position to include, but not limited to: payroll, accounts payable and receivable, deposits, audits, and required federal filings

• With the board Treasurer, facilitate the submission of periodic reports regarding financial activities and position

Program Management 

• Implement warehouse and program strategies as set forth by ToolBank USA

• Allocate tools and maintain accurate data on lending

• Increase the overall impact and value of the ToolBank through superior customer service and professionalism, while maintaining a clean, safe and organized facility

• Identify, manage, and supervise volunteers as needed to meet organizational objectives

• Identify resources for ToolBank programs, both in-kind and otherwise

• Be able to lift, push, and pull approximately 40 lbs.

Outreach/Marketing 

In order to increase visibility and public awareness of the ToolBank’s Mission, the Executive Director can expect to:

• Develop marketing and communications strategies that are customized to the local community in conjunction with the board

• Serve as chief liaison with other community organizations and constituent groups

Board Activity 

• Facilitate the development of, and maintain the currency of, a comprehensive strategic plan as assembled by the board

• Facilitate the recruitment of new board members

Qualifications

ToolBank team members must have a passion for the mission, be solutions based, think outside the box, be efficient, decisive, and display superior interpersonal skills. Team members must maintain a sense of urgency and embrace change. They should also be tech-savvy, accountable, and quick to revise strategies based on a changing landscape. Ideal candidates will bring personal initiative, strategic thinking and a natural ability to develop relationships through clear communication and personal warmth with various constituencies.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A passion for ToolBank and a desire to play a key role in the development of a ToolBank affiliate

• Strategize and implement a resource development plan

• Possess strong financial management skills

• Accountability, professionalism, and responsiveness to assertively represent the values of ToolBank through words, actions, and decisions

• Superior time, attention, and project management skills

• Ability to create and implement systems and processes for warehouse and tool management

• Ability to work well both as a team and independently, as a self-starter

• Ability to be flexible in a rapidly changing environment and respond accordingly

• Experience managing people

• Advanced understanding of nonprofit principles

• Ability to work and learn in various technology software platforms for tool inventory and data management

• A Bachelor’s degree + minimum of 2 years of leadership experience

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications ($70,000 – $78,000)

• Healthcare stipend

• Cell phone allowance

• Paid Time Off

• Professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Email cover letter & resume in a single attachment to View email address on cnemt.org. Please use the subject line “Nashville ToolBank Executive Director Position” & provide your name & phone number in body of email.

Details

• Date Posted: June 25, 2026
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Executive Leadership
• Service Area: Community Development
• Salary Range: 70,000-78,000
• Working Hours: M-F; 40 hours/week