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.
Crane Fellow in Law & Public Policy - Visiting Professional Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by engaging in impactful research at the intersection of law and public policy. Contribute to academic discourse while developing a workshop that addresses contemporary policy challen...
4 days ago
**Revised** Lab Manager, Avalos Laboratory, Princeton University
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by managing a cutting-edge research lab focused on synthetic biology and metabolic engineering. Collaborate with a diverse team to drive innovative projects and maintain a safe...
4 days ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's shaping community impact by providing strategic legal counsel on real estate transactions and nonprofit governance. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks and support tran...
Reposted 4 days ago
Director of Non-Discrimination Initiatives, Title IX Coordinator and ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
$150K - $160K *
Support compliance with Title IX and ADA regulations by managing investigations, training, and outreach initiatives. Collaborate with campus stakeholders to foster an inclusive environment and ensure...
4 days ago
Supervising Public Health Nurse - Department Promotional
$138K - $165K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community health through leadership and expertise. This role involves supervising public health initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration...
4 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate employee relations by leading strategies that foster a fair, compliant workplace. Oversee initiatives in unionized settings, ensuring alignment with organizational values and goals while enhan...
4 days ago
Corrections Program Supervisor
$97K *
Transform lives by leading program development and supervision in a correctional setting. Engage with staff and participants to implement effective anti-criminal thinking initiatives and provide group...
4 days ago
Cloud Application & Solutions Architect
$111K - $167K *
Play a key role in shaping cloud application architecture, providing expert technical leadership and strategic direction, while collaborating across teams to deliver mission-critical solutions and ens...
Reposted 4 days ago
CPS Social Service Supervisor 5 (SSS5) - Mt. Vernon
$80K - $108K *
Lead your career in child welfare by supervising a dedicated team of Social Service Specialists. Drive impactful change through mentoring, case management, and ensuring child safety while fostering pr...
4 days ago
Kinship Care Licensor | Social Service Specialist 3 (SSS3) - Bellingham
$69K - $93K *
Innovate the future of child welfare by conducting comprehensive kinship assessments, supporting families, and ensuring safe placements. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to fostering connections a...
4 days ago
Budget Analyst 4 w/in-training | Financial Services Division | Tumwater
$72K - $98K *
Elevate your career by providing expert budget analysis and consultation. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and resource allocation, contributing to effective decis...
4 days ago
Rose Quarter Resident Engineer - Construction
$104K - $154K *
Pioneer the future of Oregon's transportation as a resident engineer overseeing the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. Lead construction efforts, ensure compliance, and collaborate with diverse sta...
4 days ago
$109K - $131K *
Unlock potential by leading collaborative efforts to develop and implement the Action Agenda for Puget Sound recovery. Engage diverse stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and ensure effective r...
4 days ago
Senior Construction Inspector - Public Works and Environmental Services Department
$110K - $134K *
Partner with us to oversee construction inspections and vendor management for city facilities. This role ensures quality assurance and compliance across multiple projects, enhancing public works opera...
4 days ago
Clinical Integration Analyst - Riverside University Health Systeem (Clinical Informatics)
$105K - $154K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical workflows and technology integration. As a key player, you'll manage projects, support clinical staff, and drive improvements in healthcare delivery...
4 days ago
Lieutenant - Fire Rescue & Emergency Services
$72K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to emergency response excellence, overseeing operations, training, and public safety initiatives. This role demands leadership in high-stakes environments, ensuring readin...
4 days ago
YMCA of Snohomish County - President and CEO
$304K - $375K *
Join us to lead a mission-driven organization, fostering community partnerships, strategic growth, and operational excellence while ensuring financial sustainability and enhancing member engagement ac...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading IT audits and assessing risks across diverse government entities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance IT controls and provide strategic recommendations that stren...
4 days ago
$143K - $187K *
Analyze complex postal financial data and market trends to deliver actionable insights. Engage with senior leadership to provide strategic recommendations and optimize agency resources, ensuring align...
4 days ago
YMCA of Snohomish County - President and CEO
$304K - $375K *
Join a team that's committed to community impact and strategic growth. As a mission-driven leader, you'll foster collaboration, enhance partnerships, and ensure financial sustainability while guiding...
4 days ago
$90K *
Shape the future of education by teaching courses in social responsibility and sustainability. Engage students in critical thinking and ethical decision-making while collaborating with faculty to enha...
4 days ago
Physical Therapist I/II - California Children's Services
$85K - $126K *
Empower children with physical disabilities by providing expert physical therapy services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance rehabilitation programs and improve patient outcomes across mult...
4 days ago
FLACS I Special Education Teacher (K-5) - 26-27
$58K - $104K *
Transform educational experiences for students with disabilities by developing IEPs, collaborating with general education teachers, and creating inclusive lesson plans that engage and support diverse...
Reposted 4 days ago
FLACS I Special Education Teacher (K-5) - 26-27
$58K - $104K *
Transform the educational experience for students with disabilities by developing IEPs, collaborating with general education teachers, and implementing engaging, differentiated instruction to foster a...
4 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive critical Space Domain Awareness efforts by analyzing satellite data and managing space sensors. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational capabilities and present findings to leadership, e...
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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