Chief Executive Officer

Adkisson Search Consultants; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

EP!C, located in Peoria, Illinois, seeks a Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The CEO will champion the mission, ensure financial sustainability, and foster a culture of excellence and inclusivity while guiding a 272-strong staff. The role reports to the Board of Directors and drives person-centered service delivery across 15 counties.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience
• Budget management experience of $20M+
• Strong ability to set organizational vision and execute strategic plans
• Experience working with a governing Board of Directors and driving policy development

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight
• Advance mission and financial sustainability while ensuring a culture of excellence and inclusivity
• Lead a large, multidisciplinary team and oversee multiple service lines and administrative departments

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Governance

Board collaboration

Education

Master's degree in related field

MBA

Doctorate

Job description

EP!C

Chief Executive Officer

"At EP!C, we enrich the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities."

https://epicci.org/about/history/

EP!C - Peoria, Illinois, employs approximately 272 staff members and generates $30 million in annual revenue serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) across more than 15 counties in Illinois.

EP!C is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight. The CEO/President will be responsible for advancing the organization’s mission, ensuring financial sustainability, promoting a culture of excellence and inclusivity, and leading a dedicated team of employees to deliver high-quality, person-centered services that enhance the quality of life and opportunities for individuals with I/DD.

Serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families since 1950. What began as a service for ten children is now providing services across 15 counties in the state. Enriching the lives of adults with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, epilepsy, and other intellectual or developmental disabilities. We are also a resource for our participants' families, offering support through care, information, and encouragement.

++The ideal candidate will possess:++

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role overseeing multiple service lines and administrative departments.


• Demonstrated success in managing budgets of $20M+ and leading large, multidisciplinary teams (200+ employees).


• Strong ability to set organizational vision, develop strategic plans, and execute measurable objectives.


• Experience working with a governing Board of Directors, fostering collaborative governance and policy development.

Required:

• Master's degree in business administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Social Services, or related field required. MBA, Doctorate, preferred.


• Proven track record of senior executive leadership in nonprofit or human services organizations of comparable size and complexity.

Vision:

EP!C envisions a world where people with developmental disabilities are inspired, respected, engaged in their community, and empowered to achieve their personal best and where families, guardians, and advocates receive the knowledge, resources, and support they need.

Values:

Empowerment * Accountability * Innovation