Executive Director

Seeking Executive Director for the Tiffin Community Foundation

JOB TITLE: Executive Director

Full-time, salaried exempt

Reports to the Board of Trustees

Position Summary

The Executive Director (ED) provides fiduciary leadership and direction for The Tiffin Community Foundation (TCF) in partnership with the Board of Trustees. The ED is responsible for advancing the Foundation’s mission, strengthening its financial and philanthropic resources, developing relationships with donors and the community, and overseeing the Foundation’s staff and operations.

The ED serves as the Foundation’s primary representative to donors, community leaders, professional advisors, and the public and reports to the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of related experience with a non-profit organization, community foundation or other philanthropic organization preferred.

• Strong leadership, relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.

• Experience working with a Board of Trustees, financial professionals, attorneys, auditors, and community partners.

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate donors and develop financial resources.

• Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, integrity, and discretion.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership and Board Relations

• Lead the Board to develop and implement TCF’s strategic direction, goals, policies, and annual priorities.

• Provide the Board with information, recommendations, and reports necessary for effective governance and to ensure fiduciary responsibilities are met.

• Maintain a strong working relationship with Board leadership to maximize Board and committee effectiveness.

Donor and Fund Development

• Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors and fund holders.

• Develop strategies to grow and diversify TCF’s endowment and charitable funds.

• Lead donor cultivation, stewardship, planned giving, and community philanthropy efforts.

• Oversee donor agreements and ensure appropriate stewardship of charitable assets.

Financial and Investment Oversight

• Provide executive oversight of TCF’s endowment, investments, financial resources, and annual budget.

• Work with the Board, Investment Committee, Grant Review Committee, Youth Advisory Counsel, Financial Assistant, Administrative Assistant, investment managers, auditors, and other advisors to ensure sound financial management.

• Monitor financial performance and provide appropriate information and recommendations to the Board.

Community Leadership, Impact, and Communications

• Serve as the primary public representative and ambassador for TCF.

• Build relationships with community, business, civic, and professional leaders.

• Communicate TCF’s mission, programs, and impact through presentations, events, media, and other communications.

• Identify current fiscal concerns and remain informed about community needs and philanthropic opportunities for impact.

Staff and Organizational Management

• Establish staff responsibilities, goals, and performance expectations.

• Supervise, support, and develop TCF staff.

• Ensure the Foundation operates effectively and in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

• Oversee day-to-day operations, organizational resources, consultants, technology, facilities, and professional services.

Compliance

• Oversee compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Foundation policies, donor agreements, and the bylaws.

• Work with legal counsel, auditors, investment professionals, and other advisors as appropriate.

• Oversee grant-making and scholarship programs and recommend improvements to the Board.

Decision-Making Authority

The Executive Director manages the Foundation’s day-to-day operations within the authority delegated by the Board of Trustees. The Board retains responsibility for the governance and fiduciary oversight of TCF. The ED implements Board-approved policies, strategies, budgets, and decisions.

Physical Demands

Those demands typically needed in an office environment. i.e., sitting for periods of time, lifting and moving objects, climbing stairs, walking, reaching, etc. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals to perform essential duties.

Work Environment

The on-site workplace is the usual and customary work and office environment. Some activities are accomplished outside of the office. Handicap accessibility is available.

Compensation

Commensurate as a full-time, salaried employee. In addition, a competitive compensation package will be solely based on the selected individual’s experience and how they meet the qualifications. As TCF does not organize health benefits for its employees, the compensation will take this under consideration. The anticipated compensation will range from $65,000.00 to $110,000.00 based on experience.

CANDIDATES PLEASE NOTE: This position requires a flexible working schedule of 40 hours per week and will require some evening and weekend work due to the nature of the industry and specific duties. The start date of the position is projected to be early June 2027. This process will include multiple interviews. To be considered for this opportunity, submit your current resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and supplementing your resume to Board@TiffinFoundation.org by December 15, 2026.

TCF is an Equal Opportunity Employer!