Associate Director, Disability Services & Strategy

Toledo Community Foundation; Sylvania (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ability Center of Greater Toledo, located at 5605 Monroe Street, Sylvania, OH 43560, is seeking an Associate Director to join the senior leadership team and drive strategic leadership and operational excellence across Navigators, DME, Home Accessibility, Independent Living, Assistance Dogs, and Advocacy.

You will partner with the Executive Director to align services with Independent Living principles and person-centered support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in organizational leadership, nonprofit management, disability studies, human services, public administration, social work, or related field.
• Five or more years of progressive leadership experience, including supervising managers or program leaders.
• Understanding of disability inclusion and Independent Living principles, or ability to develop this expertise.
• Experience leading multiple departments, coaching leaders, implementing strategic initiatives, and improving performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across assigned departments.
• Coach, mentor, and support department directors and managers to foster accountability and growth.
• Partner with the Executive Director to establish strategic priorities and translate goals into measurable outcomes.
• Evaluate operational performance, financial indicators, consumer outcomes, and community needs for continuous improvement.
• Support budgeting, staffing, grant development, and resource allocation while leading improvements.
• Build partnerships across departments and represent The Ability Center in the community.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Nonprofit management

Staff coaching

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Ability Center of Greater Toledo, located at 5605 Monroe Street, Sylvania, OH 43560, is seeking an Associate Director to join the senior leadership team and drive strategic leadership and operational excellence across Navigators, DME, Home Accessibility, Independent Living, Assistance Dogs, and Advocacy.

You will partner with the Executive Director to align services with Independent Living principles and person-centered support.