Executive Director

Northland Connections provides evidence-based, therapeutic services to individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families. We provide individual services of therapy and person focused consultations, a summer day camp and NeuroDiverseCity social recreation center. NeuroDiverseCity (located in Zona Rosa) is a place where people of all abilities feel welcome, meet with their friends and socialize. NeuroDiverseCity is open to the public. Our goal is to support a high quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities by strengthening their connections with self, others, and the community. 

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the organization and is  responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operations of the agency. The Executive Director ensures the organization’s mission is carried out effectively, ethically, and with full transparency. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director oversees programs, finances, personnel, and external relationships.

• Minimum of Bachelor Degree in Business Management or Administration, with experience in working with at risk populations

• Strong verbal and written collaborative communication skills

• Possess responsible financial stewardship

• Strong organizational and leadership skills

• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Quickbooks preferred

• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a certification in CPR and First Aide along with completing Abuse/Neglect and Mandated Reporter training.

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Governance 

• Serve as the primary communicator to the Board of Directors, ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent information flow. 

• Provide regular updates on organizational activities, opportunities, risks, and needs. 

• Implement board directives, policies, and strategic objectives. 

• Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements applicable to  nonprofit operations. 

Financial Oversight 

• Work with the organization’s accountant to review monthly financial statements and  overall fiscal health and report financial statements to the Board of Directors on a regular schedule. 

• Ensure full transparency regarding financial commitments, including: 

o All new contracts, grants, donations and sponsorships

o Any expenditure or obligation above $500, 

o Any budgetary adjustments that impact operations or programming. 

• Maintain strict stewardship of the agency’s resources, adhering to financial policies and  internal controls, including operating within budget. 

Human Resources & Personnel Management 

• Oversee recruitment, supervision, evaluation, and development of staff. 

• Ensure all new positions are approved by the Board of Directors before posting or hiring. 

• Present recommendations and justification for all staff raises, which must receive board  approval. 

• Promote a positive, equitable, and mission-driven work environment. 

• Facilitate weekly staff meetings and report concerns and issues at Board Meetings

Program & Operations Management 

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services  consistent with organizational goals, mission and values.

• Ensure operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with strategic priorities.

• Consistently attend board meetings fully prepared with thorough and timely data, documentation and reports as required or requested 

• Establish metrics and reporting systems to assess program effectiveness and community  impact across all programs including individual services, NeuroDiverseCity and Camp Connections 

External Relations & Communications 

• Represent the organization to community partners, funders, stakeholders, and the public.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with donors, grantors, and collaborators to support  organizational visibility and funding. 

• Serve as the agency’s spokesperson and ambassador, promoting mission, values, and  accomplishments.