Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) seeks a Chief Executive Officer to provide overall strategic, operational, and external leadership for the organization and ensure its fiscal health and long-term sustainability. Working in close partnership with the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead a talented team across CVNL’s four-county footprint, serving as both internal culture-builder and the organization’s primary external ambassador.
The ideal candidate is a servant leader whose confidence inspires trust, whose humility invites collaboration, and whose genuine investment in relationships builds lasting community. They bring proven executive experience, strong financial acumen, and a track record of growing and diversifying nonprofit revenue. An entrepreneurial mindset is essential as is a genuine passion for strengthening the social sector and the communities it serves. The incoming CEO will be both steward and architect, honoring CVNL's strong foundation while modernizing service delivery, unifying a multi-county organization around a shared identity, and positioning CVNL as the cutting-edge regional leader in nonprofit capacity building.
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt, benefit-eligible position. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $200,000–$230,000, commensurate with experience.
Location
CVNL’s primary offices are located in Santa Rosa and San Rafael, with additional offices in Napa and Fairfield. The CEO position requires significant in-person leadership presence across CVNL’s offices and service region to foster culture, collaboration, and community relationships.
Start Date
June or July 2026
To Apply
Select "Apply Here" below. Please 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 March 29, 2026 for priority consideration. The position is open until filled.
For More Information
For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Jena Kuznik, Senior Consultant and Search Lead at Potrero Group, at jkuznik@potrerogroup.com.
More information about the Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership can be found at cvnl.org.
