Make an impact through a career in education, public service, or the nonprofit sector. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, connecting experienced candidates with roles where leadership, expertise, and purpose come together.
Discover senior-level roles at schools, colleges, universities, public agencies, foundations, and nonprofit organizations. Depending on your experience, opportunities may include executive leadership, program management, policy, research, finance, operations, fundraising, and education administration.
Organizations in these fields rely on professionals who can guide teams, steward resources, shape strategy, and deliver measurable outcomes. Roles may call for strengths in organizational leadership, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, program development, regulatory knowledge, or community partnerships.
Use Ladders to explore vetted jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and focus your search on positions that align with your skills, experience, and professional goals.
MANAGER FINANCE & BUSINESS SERVICES
$126K - $176K *
Lead the charge in financial and administrative excellence within a dynamic customer service environment, overseeing budgets, human resources, and strategic initiatives to enhance operational performa...
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$75K - $94K *
Transform lives by applying your expertise in speech, voice, and language disorders. Collaborate with individuals and groups to enhance communication and swallowing abilities, ensuring effective rehab...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to fostering educational excellence through collaboration and innovation. This role involves overseeing key administrative functions and supporting the development of teac...
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$75K - $94K *
Join a dynamic team to apply your expertise in speech, voice, and language development. Utilize advanced methods for assessment and rehabilitation to enhance communication skills in individuals and gr...
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$84K - $108K *
Empower your career by managing comprehensive employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance, and enhancing wellness initiatives within a municipal framework. Collaborate with key stakeholders to opt...
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$93K - $120K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on student wellness and mental health. As a clinical case manager, you'll provide essential support, conduct assessments, and foster inclusive enviro...
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$93K - $120K *
Help us advance student wellness by providing clinical case management and support. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance mental health services and promote inclusive excellence within the...
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$88K - $92K *
Lead the charge in advancing winds performance education through innovative teaching, mentorship, and collaboration. Shape the future of aspiring musicians while contributing to a vibrant artistic com...
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Associate Director of Corporation and Foundation Relations, University Advancement
$86K - $88K *
Drive strategic initiatives to enhance corporate and foundation partnerships, fostering donor relationships to support equity-focused programming and student success across the university. Lead effort...
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$88K - $92K *
Transform the future of winds performance by leading innovative teaching and mentoring in a dynamic music department. Engage with diverse students and contribute to artistic excellence while maintaini...
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Associate Director of Corporation and Foundation Relations, University Advancement
$86K - $88K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing donor relationships and expanding equity-focused programming. Play a key role in developing strategies to secure corporate and foundation support, ensuring di...
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$118K - $166K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing critical water and wastewater systems. Lead a specialized group in maintaining process control technologies, ensuring cybersecurity, and collaborating with di...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering through innovative teaching and impactful research in Power Electronics. Contribute to a vibrant academic community while mentoring the...
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$110K - $150K *
Drive excellence in undergraduate engineering education by teaching courses and enhancing laboratory experiences. Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure high-quality instructional content and ha...
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Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - MS in Human Resources Management
$77K - $107K *
Engage with students and faculty to advance Human Resources Management programs. Contribute to innovating curriculum, delivering exceptional teaching, and fostering industry ties while promoting an in...
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Executive Assistant to the Office of the President
$71K - $116K *
Elevate your career by supporting senior executives in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing office operations, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring compliance while enhancing organiz...
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$120K *
Shape the future of technology operations by leading IT strategy, governance, and cybersecurity initiatives. Drive innovation and efficiency while ensuring systems align with our mission to empower in...
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Policy Analyst, China and the Indo-Pacific
$90K - $115K *
Join a team that's shaping policy on security and diplomacy in Asia and the Indo-Pacific. Contribute through research and analysis to influence key stakeholders and enhance U.S. interests in the regio...
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Air Quality Environmental Analyst
$154K - $235K *
Help us shape the future of environmental compliance by providing expert regulatory support in air quality. Collaborate with stakeholders, conduct audits, and analyze complex regulations to ensure adh...
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Director of Human Resources Operations (Nonprofit)
$80K - $95K *
Transform the HR landscape by leading operations, enhancing talent acquisition, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Drive compliance and employee relations while supporting a diverse team dedi...
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Summer Camp Director, Oak Park/River Forest (2027)
$154K - $168K *
Lead and manage a dynamic summer camp for K-8th graders, ensuring exceptional experiences for campers and families. Oversee operations, staff development, and community engagement while fostering a sa...
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Acting Instructor, Men's Health/Andrology Fellowship (2028-2029) - Urology
$102K - $112K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced training in Andrology, focusing on male reproductive health. Engage in multidisciplinary patient management, clinical research, and surgical expertise to enhance c...
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Assistant Regional Nurse Manager (Central Region) #00717
$78K - $144K *
Empower healthcare excellence by leading nursing operations in a dynamic correctional environment. Drive quality improvement, staff development, and compliance with healthcare standards to enhance pat...
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Assistant Professor - Behavioral Neuroscience
$79K - $112K *
Advance knowledge in behavioral neuroscience by establishing a funded research program, mentoring students, and collaborating within a vibrant academic community. Engage in innovative research and con...
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Assistant Dean or Director of Public Sector Career Advising
$80K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to guiding law students and alumni in public sector career advising. Provide expert counsel on job search strategies, professional development, and networking while develo...
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What types of jobs are included in Education, Government & Non-Profit?
This category includes professional and leadership roles across educational institutions, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Examples may include education administration, public policy, program leadership, finance, operations, research, and fundraising.
Are these jobs focused on experienced professionals?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, which are generally suited to candidates with relevant experience and expertise. Review each listing for its specific qualifications.
What skills are valued in these industries?
Commonly valued skills include leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, program management, communication, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of the relevant public-service, education, or nonprofit environment.
How can I find a role that fits my background?
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