Executive Director at Building Futures
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Talent Manager, General Management
Now Hiring:
Executive Director – Building Futures:
Design & Build Workshops
Help us build bright futures. Literally.
Building Futures:
Design & Build Workshops is on the hunt for our next visionary Executive Director
. We are looking for someone ready to lead with heart, strategy, and purpose. Since 2012, we've empowered over 1,000 St. Louis youth each year through hands-on design, architecture, and building programs that spark creativity, confidence, and opportunity.
If you're passionate about education, equity, and the transformative power of design, this could be your next big move.
About UsWhat started as a weekend workshop for underserved students has grown into a thriving nonprofit offering in-school, after-school, and summer programs—all rooted in our core values:
Diversity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Future-focused creativity. Personal choice. Transformation.
As Executive Director, you’ll be our strategic leader and biggest advocate, responsible for:
- Driving the mission: Leading the day-to-day operations, overseeing impactful programming, and building organizational capacity.
- Managing the team: Recruiting, developing, and supporting a passionate, diverse staff.
- Owning the numbers: Budgeting, financial oversight, and resource planning.
- Fueling growth: Developing diverse fundraising strategies and cultivating donor and partner relationships.
- Leading the charge: Engaging the Board of Directors and strengthening our community connections.
- Spreading the word: Serving as the public face of Building Futures and guiding our communications strategy.
- Bachelor’s degree (required);
Master’s preferred - 3+ years leadership experience—bonus if you’ve led a nonprofit
- Skilled fundraiser and budget manager
- Strong communicator and relationship-builder
- Passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusive leadership
- Tech savvy (think: databases, social media, digital comms)
Bonus points if you bring:
- A background in education
- Experience in carpentry, building, or architecture
- Salary:$90,000-$100,000
- Benefits:Health insurance (75% employer-paid), generous vacation and sick leave
- A creative, mission-driven environment where your leadership will shape the future—literally.
Ready to make an impact?
Join us and help shape the next generation of thinkers, builders, and leaders in St. Louis.
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