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.
Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Pediatric Gastroenterology
$135K - $208K *
Join us to provide high-quality inpatient care for pediatric and young adult patients with complex medical needs in Gastroenterology. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outc...
Reposted 4 days ago
$135K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping federal advocacy efforts to prevent gun violence. Lead lobbying initiatives, build relationships with policymakers, and execute strategic legislative plans to advance critic...
4 days ago
$135K - $145K *
Engage with policymakers to drive federal advocacy efforts, shaping legislative strategies to advance gun violence prevention. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to influence key decisions and re...
4 days ago
Application Analyst III - Strategic Growth, Expansion and Enablement
$80K - $95K *
Lead efforts to enhance revenue cycle strategies through technical expertise, project coordination, and collaboration with stakeholders to drive growth, automation initiatives, and digital enablement...
Reposted 4 days ago
$77K - $94K *
Transform the donor experience by leading a dedicated blood collection team, ensuring exceptional service and operational excellence while fostering a supportive environment for both staff and donors...
4 days ago
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
$66K - $107K *
Transform oncology clinical trials by leading complex research initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing participant engagement. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative canc...
4 days ago
$70K - $105K *
Lead the charge in overseeing multiple student programs, ensuring effective guidance for underrepresented students. Design curricula, manage budgets, and advocate for student needs while collaborating...
4 days ago
Senior Assistant City Attorney
$123K - $156K *
Join a dynamic legal team to manage airport-related contracts, provide counsel on aviation regulations, and collaborate with federal agencies. This role requires strategic thinking and expertise in re...
4 days ago
$70K - $105K *
Advance your career by overseeing student programs that empower underrepresented communities. Design curricula, manage budgets, and lead initiatives to enhance educational access and success for diver...
4 days ago
$87K - $104K *
Shape the future of nuclear operations by providing expert analysis and recommendations to enhance agency mission effectiveness, collaborating with partners, and developing innovative solutions for co...
4 days ago
Supervising Engineer (Wastewater Operations)
$117K - $132K *
Elevate your career by managing wastewater collection systems and preventive maintenance programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, implement new technologies, and ensure compliance with r...
4 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in advancing our mission through strategic fundraising and resource development. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of philanthropy, ensuring sustainable funding and impac...
4 days ago
$90K - $107K *
Lead the charge in managing program operations for a multidisciplinary initiative focused on brain health and cognitive aging. Oversee daily activities, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure compli...
4 days ago
Director of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
$125K - $150K *
Champion a dynamic engineering school by leading innovative research, fostering industry partnerships, and enhancing educational excellence. Drive collaborative initiatives to elevate the impact and v...
Reposted 4 days ago
$121K - $150K *
Lead a dynamic security management team to ensure safety and compliance across multiple healthcare facilities. Drive operational excellence, strategic planning, and emergency preparedness while foster...
4 days ago
$121K - $150K *
Drive security management operations to ensure a safe environment, leading a team in compliance with policies and standards while managing budgets and strategic planning for a healthcare setting...
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Director for Employer Relations
$100K - $120K *
Inspire and lead employer engagement strategies to maximize student employment opportunities. Collaborate with university partners to enhance recruiting activities and oversee the Office of Employer R...
4 days ago
Asst Professor of Ancient Mediterranean Art and Architecture
$79K - $124K *
Pioneer innovative research in ancient Mediterranean art and architecture. Engage students through dynamic courses and seminars while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and contributing to the...
4 days ago
Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care
$95K - $115K *
Join us in advancing patient care by leading comprehensive pharmacotherapy support in an interdisciplinary team, ensuring optimal medication therapy and clinical protocol development in an ambulatory...
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SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST
$95K - $115K *
Transform procurement processes by leading complex contract management, ensuring compliance, and facilitating collaboration across agencies. Oversee acquisition planning and exercise authority in nego...
4 days ago
Surgical Oncology / Breast Cancer Research, Department of Surgery, SOM (F80620)
$101K - $115K *
Join a team that's advancing breast cancer research through innovative, independent studies. Lead collaborative efforts, secure funding, and mentor the next generation of researchers while contributin...
4 days ago
Tenured/Tenure-Track: Associate Professor or Professor in Ornamental Horticulture
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in advancing ornamental horticulture through innovative research, teaching, and outreach. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance industry practices and promote the health benefits o...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance the future of fusion energy by developing integrated thermal-mechanical models for plasma-material interactions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the design and performance...
4 days ago
Attorney II - Public Defense Services
$98K - $187K *
Lead the charge in providing expert legal representation in complex criminal and civil cases, managing diverse caseloads while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for clients' right...
4 days ago
Sr. Manager, Artificial Intelligence 1
$146K - $164K *
Help shape the future of AI in public service by developing and implementing an enterprise AI strategy. Collaborate with leaders to enhance operational efficiency and ensure responsible AI practices w...
4 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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