Executive Director, Maryland Chapter - Impact & Growth

Blue Star Families, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 106,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with matching

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

PCS Leave for Active-Duty Military Sp

Job summary

Blue Star Families, Inc. in Maryland seeks an Executive Director to lead the Maryland Chapter, driving strategic growth, fundraising, and community impact. You will oversee staff, budget, and partnerships while delivering national BSF programs locally.

The role requires six-figure fundraising success, external leadership, and the ability to travel for staff events and retreats. Residency in the Maryland metro area is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in community development, nonprofit leadership, or strategic partnerships.
• 5+ years of management experience, including direct staff leadership.
• Proven ability to secure significant philanthropic gifts (six-figure required).
• Demonstrated success in growing an organization, business unit, or major initiative.
• Exceptional executive communication skills—written, verbal, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Chapter Sustainability Plan tied to annual revenue, long-term growth, and metropolitan-market opportunity.
• Secure major gifts from corporations, philanthropies, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals (HNWI).
• Partner with the Development Team and National team on joint fundraising strategy and pipeline development.
• Expand diversified revenue streams: corporate sponsorships, foundations, workplace giving, government opportunities, and community campaigns.
• Own annual fundraising goals; oversee stewardship that increases renewal rates and multi-year commitments.

Skills

Executive leadership

Fundraising

Strategic partnerships

Budgeting

Staff development

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Advisory board management

Management experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

7+ years experience in leadership/nonprofit

Job description

Blue Star Families, Inc. in Maryland seeks an Executive Director to lead the Maryland Chapter, driving strategic growth, fundraising, and community impact. You will oversee staff, budget, and partnerships while delivering national BSF programs locally.

The role requires six-figure fundraising success, external leadership, and the ability to travel for staff events and retreats. Residency in the Maryland metro area is expected.