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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive director in the United States is $89,818.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Executive Directors often face the challenge of balancing high-level strategic planning with the demands of overseeing daily operations. While setting long-term goals and ensuring organizational sustainability, they must also address immediate issues such as team management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Effective delegation, time management, and maintaining open communication with both staff and the board are key to navigating these challenges successfully. Building a strong leadership team can also help distribute responsibilities and ensure smooth organizational functioning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Executive Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Executive Director, you need strong leadership, strategic planning, financial management, and organizational development skills, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree and significant managerial experience. Familiarity with budgeting software, CRM systems, and nonprofit or corporate governance frameworks is often required. Excellent communication, decision-making, and relationship-building abilities are crucial soft skills for inspiring teams and engaging stakeholders. These competencies are essential for driving organizational growth, ensuring operational efficiency, and achieving long-term mission success.

What is the difference between Executive Director vs Nonprofit Program Manager?

AspectExecutive DirectorNonprofit Program Manager
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; advanced degrees preferredBachelor's degree typically required; relevant experience valued
Work EnvironmentOversees entire organization, strategic planningManages specific programs or projects within the organization
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in nonprofits, associations, foundationsCommon in nonprofit organizations, community services
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles, organizational oversightFocus on program management, project execution

The Executive Director holds a top leadership position, responsible for overall organizational strategy and governance. In contrast, a Nonprofit Program Manager focuses on managing specific programs or projects within the organization. While both roles require relevant experience and similar educational backgrounds, the Executive Director has broader responsibilities, including fundraising and stakeholder relations, whereas the Program Manager concentrates on program delivery and operational details.

What does an Executive Director do?

An Executive Director is the senior leader responsible for overseeing the operations and strategic direction of an organization, often in the nonprofit or public sector. Their duties include managing staff, developing policies, ensuring financial sustainability, and working with the board of directors to fulfill the organization's mission. Executive Directors also represent the organization to stakeholders, secure funding, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Their leadership is crucial for driving organizational growth and achieving long-term goals.

What do executive directors get paid?

Executive directors typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $70,000 to over $150,000, depending on the organization size, location, and industry. Compensation often includes benefits such as bonuses, retirement plans, and health insurance, and requires strong leadership and management skills.
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Executive Director

Missouri Humanities

Kansas City, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Overview
OMNI is honored to be retained by Missouri Humanities in their search for an exceptional Executive Director to lead the organization. The Executive Director will be a collaborative and creative leader with an established humanities background - that will spearhead the organization as it pursues its key priorities: innovative programming, expanded connections, operational effectiveness, and expanded support for cultural community partners.
Missouri Humanities is a state-wide nonprofit that explores history, civics, and culture through community partnerships and public programming. Founded in 1971, Missouri Humanities is the National Endowment for the Humanities' state affiliate and operates as independent nonprofit with a remit to support the public humanities at a local level. It has a 9-person staff and is governed by a fourteen-member volunteer board comprised business, civic, academic, and philanthropic leaders. It has an annual operating budget of $2 million and is funded through state and federal awards, foundations, and individual donors. In accordance with its mission, MH provides public humanities programming and community partnerships, including grant funding, to eligible nonprofits to advance public humanities programs across Missouri.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will work closely with the Board, staff, and key stakeholders to engage the public with compelling, inclusive and relevant humanities-based programs. The Board will partner with the new executive director on key priorities of becoming a more diverse and high-performing organization and engaging an increasingly diverse constituency in high-quality humanities experiences, especially in rural communities underrepresented by the humanities.
As chief spokesperson, advocate, and partnership builder, the Executive Director will grow the organization's presence across the state, in the media, among scholars and academics, and through key partnerships. They will form strong relationships with major donors, the state, and local and federal agencies to sustain current revenue streams. In addition, they will cultivate cross functionality amongst the staff in developing new fundraising strategies that diversify revenue, steward donors, and increase unrestricted funds.
Responsibilities
  • In collaboration with the Board, staff, and stakeholders, the Executive Director will craft a bold vision for the role of the humanities in Missouri. Refine and update the strategic plan to reflect communities' needs.
  • Hire and develop staff who have the expertise, skills, and capacity to operate the organization and administer programs and grants with a high degree of professionalism, intellectual rigor, and creativity.
  • Manage finances with Board oversight. Prepare budgets and track expenses. Oversee timely and accurate financial statements, funder reports, and cash flow projections.
  • Supervise administration, including contractor and vendor relationships. Ensure conformity to bylaws, nonprofit best practices, and local and federal laws and regulations.
  • Set fundraising strategy with development staff and key board members to significantly increase support from individuals, corporations, and institutional funders.
  • Serve as chief spokesperson, representing MH to a broad constituency of local, state, and federal governments, funders, community groups, schools, and the media.
  • Develop innovative strategies that use grants and programs to prioritize and reflect a strong commitment to the humanities.
  • Work with the Board to achieve good governance practices, grow financial resources, and recruit and onboard new members.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess an educational background in a humanities or public humanities discipline; have a demonstrated ability to advocate for the humanities' value and importance in public life; and will bring vision, integrity, skill, flexibility, and collaboration to this role. Core competencies include:
  • A clear knowledge of and passion for the humanities
  • Master's degree or above in a humanities discipline preferred.
  • At least 5 years of executive-level leadership in a cultural organization or humanities nonprofit. Past experience as a successful executive director is strongly preferred.
  • Skilled in nonprofit administration of budgets, finances, human resources, contracts, and public relations.
  • Successful track record building and managing a high-performing team.
  • Proven success with senior-level fundraising efforts
  • Exceptionally polished and persuasive skills in written and verbal communication.
  • Familiarity with public funding dynamics including state funding requirements, federal funding requirements, NEH and the Federation of State Humanities Councils and awareness of innovative public humanities programs across the country.
  • Strong background cultivating innovative approaches to public programming.
  • Demonstrated leadership in maintaining an effective partnership with a Board of Directors including governance, fundraising, recruitment and facilitating committee work.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and demonstrated ability to learn new technology.

Compensation and Residency Requirements:
Compensation is in the range of $90,000 to $117,000, subject to experience and meeting performance objectives. MH offers a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, and paid leave. Residency in Missouri is required.Missouri Humanities has offices in Kansas City, MO and St. Louis, MO. The Executive Director must work onsite from one of the two offices and will have oversight over both offices.
OMNI is honored to be retained in this search. We appreciate your referrals to professionals who may have an interest in this outstanding opportunity. Formal interest accepted through the OMNI Executive Career Portal. Please direct all inquiries to:
OMNI Human Resource Solutions
Anna Robinson, Senior Search Consultant & Healthcare Practice Leader
arobinson@omnihrm.com
OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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