Executive Director

Executive Director at Jobs with Justice San FranciscoAre you a visionary, strategic leader with a passion for workers' rights? Do you thrive on building strong coalitions and resilient organizations? Jobs With Justice San Francisco (JWJSF) is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to guide the organization's campaigns and operations.The ED will strengthen coalition power and ensure the organization continues to build worker, labor, and community-led movements for economic and social justice in San Francisco. The ideal candidate brings at least 8 years of combined experience in nonprofit management, fundraising and strategy development, organizing/coalition work, including experience with base building organizations. Recognized as a strong leader with high social and emotional intelligence, the ideal candidate can navigate change while inspiring others.Lead our dynamic team making a difference for the long haul. Apply today for the Executive Director position—salary range: $110,000–$150,000 annually, with excellent benefits.About Jobs with Justice San FranciscoJobs with Justice San Francisco (JWJSF) is a long term, multi-racial alliance of labor unions, worker centers and community groups supporting workers' rights and fighting for economic, racial and gender justice. Our member groups represent service workers, domestic workers, healthcare workers, educators, city workers, seniors, people with disabilities, tenants, students and more. Our coalition connects people—workers, Black and Brown people, immigrants, queer and gender-oppressed folks—to build collective power and win real systems change.We believe as Audre Lorde said, "There is no such thing as a single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives." Working people need good jobs with dignity and a voice at work, quality and equitable public education, affordable housing and a liveable climate. We see economic, racial and gender justice as intersecting and necessary to each other. Our current programs focus on workers rights and climate justice.Duties & ResponsibilitiesFundraisingCoalition Leadership & OrganizingStrategy Development and CampaigningOrganizational & Staff ManagementGovernance + E-board ManagementRequired Skills and Experience8+ years leading labor and/or community organizing efforts, ideally in a coalition setting2+ years in nonprofit leadershipProven experience with foundation fundraisingStrong ability to grow and maintain coalitions, uniting ally leadership around a common agendaExceptional relationship-building skills and ability to handle conflict between individuals and organizationsStrong leadership to coach, motivate, delegate, foster accountability and build positive team cultureResourceful in prioritizing and investing in people/systems while driving towards clarity and solutionsAdvanced organizing skills: strategic/political analysis, campaign development, power mapping, and navigating complex political landscapesDemonstrated commitment to addressing racial, gender, and class oppression in organizational practicePersonal integrity, credibility, confidentiality, and dedication to missionEmotionally intelligent, self-reflective, aware of positionality and power; able to give and receive feedbackStrong verbal and written communication, effective online and in personPhysical requirementsAbility to work at a computer for extended periods of time, ability to communicate via phone/text and email/video conferencing.Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds (accommodations available if needed).Travel: must be able to travel weekly within the SF Bay Area, regularly statewide and occasionally nationwide.Working conditions and environmentOur staff promote a positive, collaborative and supportive environment for each other. While some periods are busier than others, JWJSF's culture strongly supports and encourages work/life balance. Work will involve occasional travel, and sometimes long and irregular hours.The Executive Director role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with time both in the office and working remotely. JWJSF has offices in San Francisco (near Civic Center BART) and downtown Oakland (near 12th St BART). We regularly have in-person meetings and events in San Francisco, some of which take place in the evening and on weekends.Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range for this position is $110-150k, depending on experience. JWJSF offers an excellent benefits package currently including:Paid vacation that starts with 3 weeks for new employees and increases thereafter;Additional paid leave during a scheduled 2 week winter break;401(k) contributions rising from 3% to 12% of salary, no employee match required;100% employer-paid premiums for high quality family healthcare, vision and dental coverage through our union health and welfare fund.This position is open until filled. JWJSF is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, caste, or any other characteristic protected by law. We honor both the letter and spirit of these protections. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.