Executive Director

Executive Director

Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) is hiring its next Executive Director to continue to build OCJ's presence in the legal community, legislature and with consumers. This opportunity to build strategy and engage in consumer protection while overseeing a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is unique and requires a unique leader.

The Executive Director will need to demonstrate fluency with nonprofit management, finance, and program implementation while regularly engaging in the community and legislature to advocate for consumer rights. Whether an attorney or not, the ED will be building and maintaining relationships with the legal community in Oregon and across the country through regular communication, advocacy and building an understanding of the rights of consumers.

Accountable to the Board of Directors, the ED serves as OCJ's chief strategist and, along with other key staff, the public voice. The ED oversees a leadership team responsible for finance, operations, communications and engagement, legal outreach, and advocacy. Along with the Board of Directors, the ED ensures that the organization operates sustainably while remaining rooted in its mission and community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Organizational Leadership & Culture
• Financial Oversight & Resource Development
• Program & Impact Management
• External Affairs & Community Engagement
• Board Engagement & Governance

Qualifications include:

• 7+ years in the legal, regulatory, legislative or advocacy sector, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing or participating in management of a 501(c)(3) or similar organization.
• Strong fiscal management skills, including experience developing and managing significant budgets.
• Understanding of nonprofit fundraising, including public funds, grants, individual donors.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, supervise, and evaluate department leaders in a timely, constructive, and collaborative manner.
• Understanding of, and interest in, legal processes and actions, and community engagement with consumer justice.
• Experience working in partnership with a Board of Directors or the equivalent to strengthen governance and execute organizational strategy.
• Advocacy experience at the state and/or federal levels, with the ability to elevate OCJ's visibility and influence.
• A law degree is not required, but some combination of nonprofit management, and familiarity with the legal system and legal concepts is preferred.

Leadership competencies include:

• Visionary, action-oriented leadership with a human centered approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a multicultural, diverse environment and to cultivate equity and inclusion across all aspects of OCJ's internal and outward facing work.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, regional partners, public agencies, and community partners that align with OCJ's mission.

Cultural & Mission Alignment:

• Demonstrated commitment to consumer justice and centering the experience of historically underserved communities.
• Ability to build consensus and motivate diverse teams in a rapidly changing environment.
• Deep alignment with OCJ's mission, vision, values, and guiding principles.

Application Process:

Nonprofit Professionals Now (NPN) is supporting Oregon Consumer Justice in hiring their next Executive Director. This key leadership role is important to all consumers and all candidates will have their qualifications reviewed and considered.

Final date to receive applications:
September 20, 2026