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.
$80K - $95K *
Engage in advanced laboratory research and operations, supporting cell and molecular biology studies. Collaborate with faculty and staff to design experiments, oversee shared facility equipment, and p...
4 days ago
Maintenance Supervisor (Civil Engineer Transportation Supervisor)
$118K - $124K *
Lead the charge in overseeing engineering operations, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance with policies to enhance roadway maintenance and safety across the state highway system. Drive project succ...
4 days ago
Mental Health Professional - Lead (#015783) Perry Correctional Inst., Pelzer (GREENVILLE) Level 3
$82K - $86K *
Lead the charge in providing comprehensive mental health services, ensuring quality care and supervision across multiple institutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance program effectiveness a...
4 days ago
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Transform the cloud landscape by architecting and operating robust infrastructure, enabling seamless developer experiences and ensuring high reliability and security across platforms. Join a senior te...
4 days ago
$200K - $300K *
Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in global oral health policy and education. Lead international initiatives, mentor faculty, and drive scholarship in dental accreditation and quality...
Reposted 4 days ago
$93K *
Empower young minds as you deliver personalized instruction, adapt teaching to diverse learning needs, and foster a nurturing environment that supports both academic and emotional development in a vib...
Reposted 4 days ago
Region GIS Applications & IT Supervisor, IT App Development - Journey
$90K - $121K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing GIS technology and IT solutions. Lead application development, supervise technical staff, and enhance geospatial data management to support regional programs...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform payroll operations by leading a dedicated team to ensure accurate, timely processing while enhancing compliance, controls, and employee experience through continuous improvement and strategi...
4 days ago
$162K - $197K *
Lead diverse engineering projects, supervising teams in planning and designing roads, bridges, and public works. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with standards and fostering colla...
4 days ago
Operations Foreman - Recycling and Sanitation
$86K - $111K *
Supervise daily recycling and sanitation operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Manage staff, coordinate vehicle maintenance, and develop strategies for operational viability while maintainin...
4 days ago
Operations Foreman - Recycling and Sanitation
$86K - $111K *
Champion the daily operations of recycling and sanitation, supervising staff and contractors while ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient fleet management. Drive strategic initiatives...
4 days ago
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & PROJECTS
$82K - $96K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic planning and development initiatives. Oversee complex projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance community and economi...
4 days ago
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & PROJECTS
$82K - $96K *
Champion comprehensive planning and development initiatives, overseeing municipal and regional projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and coordinate funding to enhance community and e...
4 days ago
State Government Relations Director - Alabama
$85K - $95K *
Lead the charge in advancing state policy priorities for the Alzheimer’s Association, engaging with legislators and stakeholders to influence legislation and advocate for critical issues affecting agi...
4 days ago
$110K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on automating and optimizing enterprise applications. As a senior technical expert, you'll lead deployment, support, and troubleshooting efforts whil...
4 days ago
Bioinformaticist - Research Scientist
$90K - $105K *
Champion the integration of multi-omic data to drive innovative research in a dynamic biorepository. Lead analytical workflows, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with diverse teams to uncover bi...
4 days ago
Bioinformaticist - Research Scientist
$90K - $105K *
Partner with us to lead multi-omic analyses and develop reproducible workflows for a translational biorepository, collaborating with diverse teams to drive innovative research and support data strateg...
4 days ago
Senior Research Biostatistician
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by providing biostatistical expertise to support cancer research. Collaborate with investigators, analyze data, and contribute to impactful publications while ensuring the integrit...
4 days ago
$108K - $132K *
Unlock your potential as a GAAP Accountant, managing comprehensive financial reporting and reconciliations. Collaborate with auditors and ensure compliance with GAAP standards while contributing to th...
4 days ago
$113K - $143K *
Transform urban landscapes by leading long-range land use planning initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, mentor a team of planners, and drive impactful policy projects to shape Edmonton...
4 days ago
$113K - $143K *
Lead the charge in shaping Edmonton's urban landscape by overseeing long-term policy development, mentoring a team of planners, and driving impactful projects that align with city growth and community...
4 days ago
$88K - $113K *
Transform urban landscapes by joining our dynamic planning team. Engage in complex planning tasks, analyze data, and support community development initiatives to enhance quality of life and ensure sus...
Reposted 4 days ago
Assistant VP of Research & AI Enablement
$200K - $230K *
Drive innovation by leading research and AI enablement initiatives, bridging academic and operational domains to enhance digital capabilities and foster impactful solutions in a collaborative environm...
4 days ago
$72K - $101K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advocating for children and families. As onsite legal counsel, you'll represent the Division for Children, Youth and Families, developing strategies and navigating lega...
4 days ago
$105K - $160K *
Join a team that's transforming customer experience by leading complex capital projects, enhancing service delivery, and driving organizational change through effective project management and stakehol...
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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