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Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc.

Executive Director

Bemidji, MNFull-timeOct 30, 2026

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Who you are:

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  • You have at least 5 years of senior leadership in non-profit, government, education or a related field.
  • You have experience developing and overseeing a budget of approximately $10-12M.
  • You are skilled in strategic and organizational leadership.
  • You have funding and compliance experience.
  • You have worked with stakeholders from the community and governing boards.
  • You foster teamwork and value diverse perspectives to strengthen relationships.
  • You have excellent communication skills.
A day in the life:
  • You manage a budget of $10-12M and ensure effective operations, sound management and organizational accountability.
  • You oversee regulatory compliance, financial accountability and risk management.
  • You ensure the agency meets and maintains compliance with the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Organizational Standards.
  • You lead capital-spending initiatives and planning efforts and are the primary liaison to the Board of Directors.
  • You provide leadership direction and supervision to the agency’s program directors and leaders.
  • You build trust with staff, the Board of Directors, funders, and community partners.
  • You identify opportunities for improvement and develop creative, practical solutions to address needs.
  • You set and evaluate goals, measure outcomes and evaluate progress towards the agency’s mission.
Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, nonprofit management, human services, or a related field is preferred.
  • Equivalent combinations of education, professional development, and relevant executive experience may be considered.
  • Familiarity with poverty reduction, community-based services, and the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) network is strongly preferred.
  • Candidates with comparable nonprofit or public-service leadership experience may be considered.
  • A Certified Community Action Professional’s certification, or willingness to pursue certification upon hire, is preferred.
Wages:

BI-CAP intends to offer a competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Proposed starting salary subject to board approval: $99,112 (starting) - $113,984 (mid). Exempt position.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Employer contribution to health savings account for high-deductible plans
  • Life insurance/AD&D
  • Paid holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plan Match up to 2% plus a 3% employer contribution at 1 year
  • Professional development, including opportunities to participate in statewide Community Action executive conferences
  • Reimbursement for authorized business expenses
  • Cost of Living Increases as budget allows


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Job details

Type
Full-time
Location
Bemidji, MN
Salary
$99,100 – $114,000/yr
Posted
Oct 30, 2026

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