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.
$161K - $249K *
Join our team as a Staff Software Engineer, AI, and play a key role in designing and building a next-generation AI assistant that enhances the student experience, ensuring security and usability in na...
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Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
$145K - $200K *
Champion innovative computing systems design and engineering, leading research and teaching initiatives while collaborating across disciplines to redefine future technologies and impact various domain...
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Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
$145K - $200K *
Champion innovative computing systems design and engineering, collaborating across disciplines to redefine future technologies. Engage in impactful research, teach, and mentor students while contribut...
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Job ID #32296: Manager, IT Infrastructure
$100K - $120K *
Transform the City's IT infrastructure by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance service delivery and resilience in a...
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Director, Strategic Initiatives
$155K - $190K *
Reimagine strategic initiatives by leading high-priority projects that drive organizational growth. Collaborate across teams to analyze trends, develop actionable insights, and enhance partnerships, a...
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Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist 2 - SCI Somerset
$64K - $98K *
Join us to provide structured treatment and counseling for inmates overcoming substance use challenges. You'll lead group sessions, conduct individual counseling, and ensure compliance with policies w...
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Application Security and Technical Change Administrator
$122K - $142K *
Drive application security and technical change processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency across enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, maintain d...
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Business Economic Analyst (Project Position)
$68K - $96K *
Transform the future of transportation by analyzing and enhancing electric vehicle infrastructure. Drive strategic initiatives, conduct complex data analysis, and communicate insights to stakeholders...
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$69K - $104K *
Unlock your potential as you design and oversee architectural projects for state facilities. Collaborate with teams, ensure compliance, and provide technical guidance while enhancing infrastructure ac...
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$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing care by managing clinical areas, ensuring quality standards, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive operational excellence while upholding p...
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Associate Vice President for Advancement
$117K - $138K *
Lead fundraising initiatives by managing donor relationships and securing major gifts. Oversee a team of development officers, set strategic goals, and enhance planned giving programs to support the u...
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$94K - $109K *
Support the effective management of banking services, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional client service while collaborating with stakeholders and advising senior management on financial ma...
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Radiation Medicine Therapist/UKHC
$62K - $111K *
Empower patients by delivering precise radiation treatments and care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient outcomes while providing clinical instruction and support in a dynamic...
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$72K - $104K *
Elevate nursing standards by supervising clinical staff, ensuring compliance with policies, and delivering quality patient care in a correctional environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enha...
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$100K - $159K *
Unlock potential by leading complex capital projects that enhance research infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely execution and alignment with institutional goals, whil...
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$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in shaping a robust information security program, overseeing design and implementation while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance security posture and mitigate risks across multi...
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Nurse Surveyor (Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse)
$89K - $121K *
Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with health facility regulations through comprehensive surveys and assessments. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient care standards and maint...
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$84K - $112K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT infrastructure operations. You'll implement, maintain, and decommission systems while collaborating with IT leadership to ensure optimal service delivery f...
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Office of Procurement - Mgr 2, Purchase/Inventory - FEM051-PG: N - Sourcing Mgr
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading procurement strategies that enhance customer satisfaction and optimize costs. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage vendor performance, and oversee multiple categories to d...
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Director, Campus Major Capital Projects
$150K - $180K *
Transform your career by leading major capital projects at a prestigious institution. Oversee complex initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards while managing diverse teams and stakeholders to a...
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Vice Chair for Network Inpatient Services and Section Chief, Hospital Medicine - Valhalla Campus
$500K+*
Lead the charge in innovative program development and clinical operations for hospital medicine, overseeing a team of 35 hospitalists. Collaborate across departments to enhance patient care quality an...
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$71K - $108K *
Shape the future of student support by providing comprehensive counseling and resources for students with disabilities, ensuring equitable access and success in their educational journey through tailo...
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Laboratory Assistant Supervisor - Nights
$83K - $115K *
Empower your career with a leadership role in laboratory operations, overseeing core functions and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with management while guiding a skilled team in a dynamic healthcare...
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Laboratory Assistant Supervisor - Nights
$83K - $115K *
Shape the future of laboratory operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing functionality. Collaborate with management to drive excellence in core laboratory services while...
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Senior Research Consultant/Statistician: Office of Innovative Technologies - UTK
$95K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative research projects, guiding faculty and graduate researchers through the entire research lifecycle, from design to publication, while mentoring colleagues and man...
2 days ago
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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