Executive Site Director

<h3 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="1:1-1:65;0-64"><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Executive Site Director, Baltimore</span></h3> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="3:1-4:47;66-158"><strong>College Track | Baltimore, MD | Full-Time</strong> <strong>Salary: $118,875 – $128,749 (target range) | Priority Deadline: July 1st, 2026</strong></p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="8:1-8:58;165-222"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">You Won't Just Run a Program. You'll Shape a Movement.</span></h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="12:1-12:389;318-706">College Track's Baltimore site is in its earliest, most formative days, launched through a bold partnership with the <strong>Baltimore Ravens, M&amp;T Bank, and Baltimore City Public Schools</strong>. The scholars we serve will be the first to experience what we're building here. The Executive Site Director will be the person who makes sure it's worth experiencing.</p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="18:1-18:27;946-972">What College Track Does</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="20:1-20:382;974-1355">College Track is a 10-year commitment to first-generation college students — from high school through a bachelor's degree. We don't just help students get in; we help them stay, graduate, and thrive. Our scholars graduate college at <strong>three times the national average</strong> for first-generation students, and by age 30, they earn an average of $89,823 — well above the national median.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="22:1-22:92;1357-1448">We've been doing this since 1997. We operate 13 centers. And Baltimore is our next horizon.</p> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="26:1-26:19;1455-1473">What You'll Own:</h4> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold" data-sourcepos="28:1-28:29;1475-1503">Philanthropic Leadership</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="29:1-29:346;1504-1849">You'll be the face of College Track in Baltimore — stewarding transformational relationships with anchor investors like the Ravens and M&amp;T Bank, cultivating new donors, building a Local Advisory Board, and representing the mission at events, in media, and with elected officials. This role carries real external presence and real responsibility.</p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold" data-sourcepos="31:1-31:36;1851-1886">Scholar Recruitment &amp; Retention</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="32:1-32:194;1887-2080">You'll set the vision for how Baltimore students find us and stay with us — working closely with school and district partners to build the infrastructure that keeps scholars on a ten-year path.</p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold" data-sourcepos="34:1-34:30;2082-2111">Culture &amp; Team Leadership</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="35:1-35:219;2112-2330">You'll lead a team of 3–4 direct reports and co-create the norms, values, and practices that define what it <em>feels</em> like to work and learn at College Track Baltimore. The culture you build now will outlast your tenure.</p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold" data-sourcepos="37:1-37:29;2332-2360">Financial Accountability</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="38:1-38:124;2361-2484">You'll hold the site budget, partner with Finance on forecasting, and make sure every dollar works toward scholar outcomes.</p> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="42:1-42:15;2491-2505">Who You Are -&nbsp;You're a mission-driven leader who gets energized by complexity, relationships, and the long game. You're not looking for a job — you're looking for a place to make a real difference, and you have the experience to back it up.</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="46:1-46:15;2735-2749"><strong>You bring:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="47:1-55:42;2750-3510"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="47:1-47:118;2750-2867">10–13 years of relevant experience, with proven ability to lead organizations or programs toward ambitious outcomes</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="48:1-48:122;2868-2989">A track record of fundraising and relationship-building with high-profile partners, funders, and community stakeholders</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="49:1-49:87;2990-3076">Strategic instincts — you can zoom out to see the big picture and zoom in to execute</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="50:1-50:105;3077-3181">Exceptional communication skills that inspire confidence and galvanize people across diverse audiences</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="51:1-51:60;3182-3241">Deep belief in the potential of first-generation students</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="52:1-52:43;3242-3284">A bachelor's degree (master's preferred)</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="53:1-53:96;3285-3380">Availability for an 11:00 AM–7:30 PM schedule Monday–Friday (to be present when scholars are)</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="54:1-54:88;3381-3468">A valid driver's license and ability to meet College Track's driver clearance process</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="55:1-55:42;3469-3510">Spanish or Cantonese fluency is a bonus</li> </ul> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="59:1-59:17;3517-3533">What We Offer</h4> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="61:1-65:116;3535-3967"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="61:1-61:96;3535-3630"><strong>Salary:</strong> $118,875 – $128,749 (target range); full range up to $148,500 based on experience</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="62:1-62:78;3631-3708">Up to <strong>23 days of discretionary PTO</strong> (sick + vacation) in your first year</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="63:1-63:54;3709-3762"><strong>23 additional paid office closures and holidays</strong></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="64:1-64:89;3763-3851">Comprehensive benefits covering health care, financial security, and work-life balance</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="65:1-65:116;3852-3967">A national organization with deep infrastructure, thoughtful culture, and genuine commitment to staff development</li> </ul> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="69:1-69:50;3974-4023">A Note on Who We Especially Encourage to Apply</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="71:1-71:158;4025-4182">College Track especially welcomes applicants who identify as <strong>first-generation college graduates</strong>. You've lived this mission. We'd love for you to lead it.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="73:1-73:296;4184-4479">College Track is an equal-opportunity employer fully committed to building a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.</p> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="77:1-77:42;4486-4527">Ready to Build Something That Matters?</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="79:1-79:104;4529-4632">Learn more about College Track at <a class="underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href="https://www.collegetrack.org">www.collegetrack.org</a> and apply today. <em>This is an in-person, full-time role based in Baltimore. Some travel may be required.</em></p>