President & Chief Executive Officer (#d2da) Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Management

President & Chief Executive Officer

Full-time Seattle, WA, US Exclusive confidential search — details shared with qualified applicants.

Become a Key Player as a President & Chief Executive Officer

You will lead the organization's next chapter, shaping strategy, partnerships, and long-term financial sustainability to ensure the waterfront remains welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive. You will work closely with the Board, staff, public agencies, philanthropic partners, and community stakeholders to strengthen internal capacity and public impact. Onsite in Seattle, WA.

Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team

Define and translate a strategic vision into focused organizational priorities and measurable outcomes
Strengthen organizational capacity, culture, communication, and accountability across staff and leadership
Advocate for the park and negotiate with government partners, shaping management agreements and public-private relationships
Build and mobilize coalitions across public, private, philanthropic, and community partners to advance programming and stewardship
Develop and implement a diversified, sustainable financial model combining philanthropy, government support, corporate partnerships, grants, and earned revenue
Represent the organization publicly, building trust and visibility across the region

Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role

Proven executive leadership in complex, public-facing organizations with responsibility for strategy and people leadership
Demonstrated experience navigating government and civic environments with political sophistication and sound judgment
Strong track record of coalition and relationship building across diverse stakeholders
Experience in financial stewardship, including aligning philanthropy, public investment, and earned revenue toward sustainability
Ability to lead change with humility, emotional intelligence, and clear decision-making

Here's What Else Might Help You Out

Background in nonprofit, public sector, philanthropic, cultural, higher education, or economic development environments

Pay Range

$280,000 - $340,000/year

Ready to Make Your Mark?

This role may fill quickly. Submit your resume to be considered.