NAACP Careers

NAACP Spokane is seeking a visionary, community-rooted leader to become our first-ever paid Executive Director. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of civil rights work in our region as we transition from an all-volunteer model to a sustainable, staffed organization.

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Thanks to a generous grant from the Inatai Foundation, this position is fully funded for three years—with additional funding already secured for future staff support. If you’re someone who thrives on building structure, empowering community volunteers, and growing impact through strategic leadership, we want to hear from you.

As Executive Director, you will work hand-in-hand with our all-volunteer Executive Committee to ensure the core functions of our branch align with National NAACP standards. Your responsibilities will span three key areas:

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Organizational Operations

• Collaborate with the EC President, Treasurer, and Secretary to maintain strong governance

• Oversee budgeting, finances, and reporting

• Organize membership and committee meetings

• Support major events like our annual Freedom Fund Banquet

• Develop internal systems and policies to support long-term sustainability

Membership & Fundraising

• Grow and engage our membership base in collaboration with the Membership Chair

• Track, manage, and acknowledge donations

• Support grant writing and fundraising opportunities

• Serve as the first point of contact for membership inquiries and donor relations

Community Engagement & Civil Rights Response

• Represent NAACP Spokane in coalitions, media, and public events

• Manage and triage incoming civil rights complaints

• Strengthen relationships with funders and partner organizations

• Help expand the team by hiring additional staff to support administrative and community work

The ideal candidate will be deeply committed to racial justice and possess experience in nonprofit leadership, community outreach, and systems-building. Additional qualifications include:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Experience working with or managing nonprofit boards

• Comfort with public speaking and community visibility

• Ability to manage competing priorities with transparency

• Knowledge of fundraising, budgeting, and volunteer engagement

Tech familiarity a plus:

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Kindful, Google Workspace, MailChimp, QuickBooks Online, Zoom, and Owl Camera systems.

Location: Spokane, WA (Hybrid — office space available in the Community Building, WFH permitted)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Benefits Include:

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• 2 weeks paid vacation + 6 personal days (available from day one)

• Laptop provided

• Flexible hybrid work schedule

Start Date: TBD (Applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

This is more than an executive role — it's a chance to build something new and lasting within a legacy movement. As our inaugural Executive Director, you will have real influence in shaping the future of racial equity in Spokane and beyond.