Executive Director — Alaska Public Health & Community Impact

Anchoragechamber; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off (≈30 days) + 12

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Center for Safe Alaskans in Anchorage seeks an Executive Director to lead statewide safety, health, and youth development initiatives. The role emphasizes relationship-building with partners, funders, and communities, while guiding data-informed strategies and organizational growth.

The position is in person in Anchorage, offering a comprehensive benefits package, relocation support, and a schedule that allows up to 20% remote work when traveling.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in nonprofit/public health organizations.
• Alaska experience and cultural fluency across communities.
• Proven ability to build partnerships with government, funders, and community groups.
• Experience leading staff, building trust, and fostering healthy workplace culture.
• Track record working with a board or governance body.
• Familiarity with evidence-based programming, evaluation, and data-informed decisions.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and mission-driven programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the organization and partner with the board on priorities.
• Oversee programs including injury prevention and youth development initiatives.
• Lead, support, and develop staff; maintain a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure work is grounded in data, public health principles, and prevention frameworks.
• Be actively present in the office and community to build trust and networks.
• Lead external relations with funders, government partners, and coalitions.
• Oversee fund development and business planning for sustainable funding.
• Provide strategic communications leadership to raise visibility and impact.

Skills

Leadership

Alaska experience

Partnership building

Governance & board relations

Data-driven decision making

Public health/program evaluation

Equity and inclusion

Excellent communication

Staff development

Job description

Center for Safe Alaskans in Anchorage seeks an Executive Director to lead statewide safety, health, and youth development initiatives. The role emphasizes relationship-building with partners, funders, and communities, while guiding data-informed strategies and organizational growth.

The position is in person in Anchorage, offering a comprehensive benefits package, relocation support, and a schedule that allows up to 20% remote work when traveling.