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.
Associate Director, Relationship Management & Business Development
$93K - $116K *
Optimize strategic corporate relationships and drive new business growth in North America. Manage key accounts, develop proposals, and lead negotiations while mentoring junior team members to enhance...
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Supervisory Veterans Claims Examiner
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential in a dynamic role overseeing project management and data analytics for Veterans' benefits. Lead teams, drive policy development, and ensure effective service delivery while colla...
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Supervisory Veterans Claims Examiner
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of Veterans' benefits by leading project management and data analytics initiatives. Oversee operations, guide teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing service del...
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Supervisory Veterans Claims Examiner
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful project management and data analytics to enhance Veterans' benefits services. Oversee operations, guide teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating across departm...
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Supervisory Veterans Claims Examiner
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing Veterans' benefits through strategic project management and data analytics. Oversee operations, guide teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing servic...
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Supervisory Veterans Claims Examiner
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by overseeing program operations that enhance veterans' benefits. Lead project management, data analytics, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with various teams to ensure e...
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Sr. Director, Field Marketing & Communications
$110K - $135K *
Drive integrated marketing and communications strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement in a key market, collaborating with teams and partners to achieve mission-driven goals and elevate c...
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Director(a) de Departamento Académico - Enfermería
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in daily operations of the Nursing Academic Department, overseeing faculty and staff, developing strategic plans, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while promoting s...
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Postdoctoral Associate or Research Associate
$74K - $135K *
Join us to advance cutting-edge research in ultrafast optics and thermal transport. Collaborate with experts to design experiments, analyze data, and contribute to groundbreaking scientific discoverie...
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$86K - $111K *
Join a dynamic team to manage complex network systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Leverage your expertise in network design, administration, and troubleshooting to support a robust IT...
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$120K - $145K *
Champion the design and maintenance of complex network infrastructures, implementing large-scale projects with minimal supervision. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance and security a...
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$79K - $107K *
Transform the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing direct nursing care and guidance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality health services while enhan...
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$110K - $130K *
Innovate and elevate the database environment by providing technical direction, support, and leadership. Design, implement, and maintain Oracle/SQL/Cache databases while ensuring stability, performanc...
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Senior Automated Test Developer (Contract Until March 2028)
$77K - $82K *
Lead the development of automated testing solutions for digital products, enhancing quality and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to establish standards and mentor peers while driving an automation-f...
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$110K - $140K *
Engage in transformative leadership as you oversee Public Works operations, manage diverse teams, and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to the community while...
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Managing Attorney, Children's Program
$100K - $118K *
Shape your career by leading a dedicated team to provide high-quality legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children, ensuring compliance and fostering professional growth while managing complex...
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Manager, Risk Management (Environment)
$107K - $134K *
Drive strategic risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across university facilities and programs. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance safety, environmental stew...
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Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Public Policy and Governance
$90K - $110K *
Elevate education by engaging students in Public Policy and Governance. Drive curricular innovation and collaborate on applied projects while teaching graduate-level courses in a dynamic academic envi...
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Graduate Programs Coordinator (STDT SVC ADVISOR 3 SV)
$58K - $104K *
Elevate the graduate education experience by managing comprehensive programs, providing academic advising, and enhancing student support services. Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure effectiv...
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Graduate Programs Coordinator (STDT SVC ADVISOR 3 SV)
$58K - $104K *
Innovate student services by managing comprehensive graduate programs, overseeing academic advising, financial management, and program development. Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance educat...
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Information Technology Supervisor
$95K - $115K *
Transform IT operations by leading a skilled team in application development, network support, and system analysis. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance service delivery, and ensure optimal technology...
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Cybersecurity Specialist (RMF and IL-6)
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by developing secure, low-code Appian solutions for a large-scale Army modernization program, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and enhancing operational efficiency throu...
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Cybersecurity Specialist (RMF and IL-6)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's enhancing Army contracting systems through low-code development. Leverage your expertise in Appian to build secure, maintainable components while collaborating with stakeholders to...
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$73K - $103K *
Join a collaborative HR team to support recruitment, employee development, and performance management. This role offers a chance to enhance municipal HR experience while ensuring a positive employee e...
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Fleet & Facilities Superintendent
$127K - $154K *
Champion the management of fleet and facilities maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Lead a dedicated team to enhance municipal infrastructure and oversee multiple proj...
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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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