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.
$147K - $184K *
Advance the strategic direction of information systems, ensuring effective management and integration of technology services across the university. Lead a cohesive team to enhance operational efficien...
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Assistant Professor - Department of Management
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by teaching and mentoring students in management disciplines, fostering critical thinking and ethical decision-making while maintaining academic standards and engaging with contempora...
3 days ago
Senior Manager, Research Equity
$95K - $119K *
Transform equity in research by leading strategies to enhance diversity and inclusion. Collaborate across departments and external organizations to implement initiatives and meet EDI goals. Drive impa...
Reposted 3 days ago
Supervisory Policy and Program Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Advance policy development by synthesizing complex information, guiding program analysis, and advising leadership on impactful solutions to enhance social service initiatives and operational effective...
3 days ago
$89K - $105K *
Drive efficiency by overseeing city-wide purchasing operations, ensuring compliance with policies, managing inventory, and leading a team to optimize procurement processes for all departments...
3 days ago
$20K - $200K *
Transform epilepsy research by conducting innovative studies on network mechanisms of seizure initiation. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze data and develop computational models, co...
3 days ago
Assistant Director, BCC Programs
$77K - $123K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer research through strategic project management, grant administration, and community engagement. This role involves overseeing complex initiatives and co...
3 days ago
ASSISTANT BEACH PROGRAMS MANAGER
$88K - $97K *
Collaborate to enhance beach programs, ensuring safety and environmental stewardship while managing operations and partnerships for an exceptional visitor experience...
3 days ago
CDOC Telehealth Physician II - Colorado Springs
$182K - $255K *
Drive comprehensive health care delivery through telehealth, ensuring access to medical, dental, and mental health services for offenders. Oversee examinations, diagnostics, and treatment while superv...
3 days ago
Senior Director of Infrastructure Operations (Remote from anywhere in Colorado)
$155K - $175K *
Lead the charge in transforming technology infrastructure by bridging strategic vision with operational excellence. Drive high-performing teams to ensure modern, reliable, and secure systems that supp...
3 days ago
Director of Finance & Operations
$100K - $120K *
Champion operational excellence and financial integrity while leading strategic initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance program delivery, compliance, and data systems, ensuring sustainable...
3 days ago
$295K - $330K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead city operations, ensuring effective service delivery and fostering community relationships. Drive strategic initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cit...
3 days ago
Senior Information Security Analyst
$88K - $105K *
Lead the design and implementation of security architecture, ensuring the protection of university systems and data. Mentor team members, evaluate risks, and draft enterprise security standards while...
3 days ago
Information System Security Officer
$140K *
Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity for mission-critical systems. Oversee compliance with NIST guidelines and manage the Risk Management Framework lifecycle while collaborating with key stakeho...
3 days ago
Associate Vice President/Controller
$154K - $193K *
Advance financial integrity at a leading institution by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering team development. Lead diverse teams to enhance financial reporting and dri...
3 days ago
Assistant/Associate VP, Online Learning
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate growth by leading online academic programs, enhancing curricula, and fostering partnerships. Drive student success and compliance while ensuring operational efficiency and strategic alignme...
Reposted 3 days ago
$85K - $90K *
Advance your career by supporting and enhancing complex cloud and hybrid infrastructures. Collaborate with a talented team to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable platforms while driving automation a...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock financial insights by leading month-end close processes and managing multi-entity consolidations. Drive compliance, optimize workflows, and enhance reporting accuracy while collaborating with c...
3 days ago
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education - Tenured Position
$110K - $130K *
Lead academic operations and ensure quality for undergraduate nursing programs while overseeing curriculum development, faculty management, and compliance with accreditation standards across multiple...
Reposted 3 days ago
Financial Management Analyst II
$62K - $107K *
Unlock potential by supporting financial operations through expert budgeting, analysis, and reporting. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure fiscal health and effective management within dep...
Reposted 3 days ago
Administrative Director, CNS Tumor Program, School of Medicine
$110K - $130K *
Optimize strategic leadership and operational excellence for CNS tumor programs, driving financial stewardship, program development, and collaborative partnerships across clinical, research, and acade...
3 days ago
Transportation Development Review Supervisor
$136K - $188K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Bellevue's transportation system. Lead a skilled group of engineers in reviewing development proposals, ensuring compliance with city standards, and collabora...
3 days ago
Neurology - Ambulatory Cognitive and Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
$98K - $132K *
Transform patient care by providing specialized support for memory loss disorders in a collaborative clinic environment. Engage with an interprofessional team to enhance patient outcomes through compr...
3 days ago
Early Learning Partnership Coordinator
$96K - $117K *
Elevate early childhood education by coordinating community partnerships, outreach, and data analysis to enhance support for families and children. Drive strategic initiatives to ensure equitable acce...
3 days ago
Assistant Professor of Management, Tenure-Track
$94K - $109K *
Join our team as an Assistant Professor in Management, where you'll inspire students through quality instruction and mentorship while engaging in impactful research and service to the academic communi...
3 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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