As the citywide parks nonprofit, the Parks Alliance of Louisville drives equitable investment in our public parks to improve the health & wellbeing of the entire community. The next CEO will steward a community-driven vision, leading with resilience and persistence to realize vibrant parks for all of Louisville.
Louisvillians rely on their parks—and they want to see them thrive. The Parks Alliance of Louisville supports more than a hundred of Louisville Metro’s public parks. The Alliance advocates for increased investment in the park system, educates community leaders on the social, economic, health, and environmental advantages of parks, and raises capital for priority projects.
Through its signature “Parks For All” initiative, the Alliance created a data-driven, 15-year action plan to bring funding of Louisville’s public parks on par with peer cities and ensure every park in the city meets the needs of the community it serves. Working with Metro government, community partners, and philanthropic funders, the Alliance is transforming public parks into hubs of mental, physical, and emotional health, ensuring every Louisvillian, regardless of zip code, has access to quality greenspace.
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The CEO’s estimated annual salary range is $140,000–$160,000, commensurate with experience.
Location
The position will be based at the Parks Alliance of Louisville office in Louisville, Kentucky.
Must be willing to work evenings, holidays, or on weekends as requested for special events. Must be able to work the required hours to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those any team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Start Date
Early 2026
To Apply
Select "Apply Here" below. Applications should include a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria and what you will bring to the role.
Interested and qualified candidates should apply by November 21, 2025 for priority consideration.
For More Information
For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Daniel Student, Managing Director & Search Lead, at dstudent@potrerogroup.com.
More information on the Parks Alliance of Louisville can be found at parksalliancelou.org.
