About La Plaza La Plaza is a nonprofit organization that supports the health and wellbeing of migrant and immigrant communities in Mesa County, Colorado. Through empowerment and advocacy, we ensure that our members and their families can equitably access and benefit from the resources that make all of our lives better. Founded in 1954 and rooted in decades of service to migrant farmworker families, La Plaza today provides direct resources at our Palisade location — including education programs, a seasonal food pantry, and a clothing closet — while facilitating access to health clinics, tax preparation, and hunger and economic relief programs. We advocate for migrant and immigrant communities at the local, regional, and statewide level, and we build community through resource nights, social gatherings, and volunteer opportunities.

Mission:

To serve, empower, and cultivate the wellbeing of migrant and immigrant agricultural workers and their families in the Grand Valley. Position Summary The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership for La Plaza, a close-knit organization with a small, dedicated staff. This is a hands-on leadership role: the Executive Director will lead, mentor, and directly support a small team, fostering a collaborative culture where every team member's contribution is visible and valued. The Executive Director ensures that programs and services supporting migrant and immigrant farmworker families are developed, implemented, monitored, and adapted as community needs evolve. Core responsibilities span resource development, financial management, staff and volunteer leadership, program oversight, and public relations. The Executive Director reports to and is supervised by the La Plaza Board of Directors, exercises significant discretion in carrying out their duties, and must be able to work independently, lead confidently in a small-team environment, and make sound decisions. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Team Leadership and Staff Support Provides direct, hands-on leadership to a small staff team, setting a positive tone and building a culture of trust, accountability, and shared purpose. Develops job descriptions and leads the hiring process for new and existing positions. Ensures staff receive appropriate job-specific training and ongoing professional development. Routinely monitors and evaluates staff performance, providing regular coaching and feedback; recognizes strong performance and addresses concerns through corrective action as needed; completes annual evaluations for all employees. Ensures personnel practices comply with La Plaza policies and all applicable employment laws. Models and reinforces La Plaza's mission, vision, and values in day-to-day team leadership, especially given the close working relationships inherent to a small organization. Resource Development Supervises the grant lifecycle, including ensuring the completion of applications, defining outcomes and measurement methods, fulfilling reporting requirements, and building relationships with funders. Develops and grows La Plaza's individual donor base, including planning and implementing fundraising campaigns, ensuring donor records are well managed and maintained, and ensuring timely acknowledgements and tax documentation. Cultivates and helps maintain partnerships with local funders, corporations, civic and religious organizations, and other nonprofit agencies. Oversees and coordinates the staff team in executing fundraising activities. Financial Management Prepares the annual budget and presents it to the Board of Directors for review and approval; ensures the organization operates within approved budgetary guidelines. Provides monthly budget reports to the Board of Directors. Works closely with the bookkeeper and Office Administrator on day-to-day financial operations, audits, and tax filings. Ensures financial integrity by overseeing all bookkeeping, accounting, and financial activities. Program Oversight Oversees the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of La Plaza's programs and services, including food, clothing, education, health navigation, transportation, and other member-facing activities. Evaluates program quality and compliance across all sites and activities. As needed, provides or supports direct services to farmworkers and family members alongside other team members. Public Relations and Community Engagement Serves as a visible, credible representative of La Plaza throughout Mesa County and the Grand Valley. Responds to media inquiries and provides information for publication or broadcast. Ensures effective use of social media and other communications to share La Plaza's mission, programs, and impact. Oversees the development and distribution of print and digital materials such as brochures, flyers, and newsletters. Board and Organizational Governance Works closely with the Board of Directors, preparing reports for monthly Board meetings and supporting transparent communication and a healthy organizational culture. Ensures organizational compliance with legal, insurance, and contractual requirements. Oversees implementation of La Plaza's policies and operations. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in human services, nonprofit management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). At least three years of management experience, including direct personnel leadership — ideally within a small team or small-organization setting. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff, with the interpersonal skill to build a strong, cohesive team culture in a small nonprofit environment. Strong written and oral communication skills. Conversational Spanish proficiency, sufficient to communicate with La Plaza members. Licenses and Certifications Valid Colorado driver's license and an insured personal vehicle suitable for work-related travel. Compensation and Benefits This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. La Plaza offers a benefits package to support the wellbeing of its team; specific benefit details are provided during the hiring process.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Management:

3 years (Required)

Google Workspace:

1 year (Required) Microsoft 360: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Palisade, CO 81526 (Required)

Work Location:

In person