NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS SAN MATEO COUNTY (NAMI SMC)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

 
 

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THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST RESIDE FULL-TIME IN THE BAY AREA AND WILL WORK FROM THE SAN MATEO, CA OFFICE THREE DAYS PER WEEK.

POSITION OVERVIEW 

NAMI SMC seeks a passionate, visionary, and strategic leader to guide the organization toward the future. The Executive Director has strategic and operational oversight of over $1M in funding and is responsible for leading, managing, and collaborating with the internal team, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders to build awareness, support, advocacy, and education as it pertains to mental wellness in San Mateo County. The role requires strong attention to detail, passion for people management, strong fundraising ability and financial rigor. 

LOCATION 

Hybrid position 

  • San Mateo, CA 

  • Hybrid – Three days in the San Mateo office per week  

YOU ARE (A):

  • Dedicated and passionate leader who is motivated by the challenge to meet the mental health needs of NAMI SMC’s community, and to fight the stigma of mental illness. 

  • Gifted relationship builder excited to become the face and voice of NAMI SMC in the community. 

  • Skilled at building healthy, collaborative teams and facilitating an internal culture of wellness, team excellence, and drive for community support.  

  • Proven fundraiser, skilled at cultivating relationships to drive funding for NAMI SMC’s programs above and beyond government grants.  

  • Passionate about improving quality of life for those impacted by mental Illness and their loved ones.  

  • Community-centric leader, able and enthusiastic about working and networking in San Mateo County. 

SALARY/BENEFITS 

  • Salary range: $165,000-$185,000. 

  • Benefits include:  

  • 100% paid for Kaiser Gold plan, Delta Dental, and VSP vision  

  • 100% match up to 4% of salary 401k 

  • Cell phone service monthly stipend 

  • Mileage reimbursement for work related travel at the federal rate 

  • Lead a dedicated staff and volunteers to support the San Mateo County community in offering mental health education, awareness, and support, while advocating for those impacted by mental health challenges. 

EQUITY STATEMENT 

NAMI SMC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, and mental or physical disability, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NAMI SMC makes employment decisions based on how an individual’s skills and qualifications meet the position and responsibilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  

NAMI SMC is also committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an environment where program offerings and admissions prohibits discriminatory behavior and provides equal opportunity access for all persons.  

NAMI SMC, knows that all benefit from an environment where all individuals are treated equally and can learn from each other’s experiences and foster mutual respect and appreciation of divergent views. 

TO APPLY 

Apply for this position here.