Executive Director Search
Phase 1: Edit, Amend, and Agree on Job Description Draft a short description of the job posting
Phase 2: Free/Low-Cost Recruitment (Right Away) - LinkedIn Strategy
- Create LinkedIn
- Post job on LinkedIn (free company page post, or paid post)
- Committee members share via personal networks
- Direct message qualified candidates in your networks
- Join relevant LinkedIn groups (arts management, nonprofit leadership, camp directors)
- Free Job Boards
- Idealist.org (free nonprofit posting)
- VolunteerMatch.org (free for nonprofits)
- Indeed.com (free basic posting)
- American Camp Association job board (check if free for members)
- Local/Regional Outreach
- Colorado nonprofit networks and associations
- Local college/university career centers
- Steamboat Springs and regional arts organizations
- Alumni network through email/social media
- Churches & Synagogues
Phase 3: Network Activation (Ongoing)
- Board/Committee Networks
- Each committee member contacts 5-10 professional contacts
- Reach out to peer organizations for referrals
- Contact local foundation program officers for recommendations
- Community Outreach
- Post on Perry Mansfield social media channels
- Email newsletter to donors, parents, alumni
- Contact local media for free announcement
Phase 4: Simple Selection Process (Weeks 4-8)
- Initial Screening
- Committee reviews applications
- Narrows the selection to 6-8 top candidates
- Interview with top candidates
- Reference checks via phone (no paid services)
- Board Recommendation
- Provide a brief overview of the top candidates to the board for discussion
- Final Interviews
- Up to 3 of the top candidates visit on-site
- Meet with full committee and key staff
- Simple presentation on their vision