President/CEO

The Bell Policy Center, a non-partisan research and advocacy organization, is searching for its next President/CEO.

Since 2000, the Bell Policy Center (the Bell) has worked to advance economic mobility for every Coloradan. Through policy research, outreach, communications, and advocacy, the Bell works to ignite conversations that inspire communities and their leaders to transform Colorado into a state where everyone thrives. Based in progressive values, the Bell’s research and advocacy cover a range of issues, including Colorado’s caring economy, housing, education, the state budget, and issues affecting working families.

The Bell Policy Center is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a 501(c)(4) affiliate, the Bell Action Network. The Bell has a staff of nine and an annual operating budget of about $1.5 million.

Read/watch more about the Bell's work here www.bellpolicy.org.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Advancing a critical mission at a critical moment. After two decades of sustained population growth and in the face of historic inflation and skyrocketing property costs, working Coloradans and Colorado communities are struggling with issues of affordability, opportunity, and equity. Under the gold dome of the state Capitol and at the ballot box, there are competing visions for how Colorado should respond to these challenges. This is a critical moment to fight for policies that create a fairer Colorado - a place where everyone can succeed. The Bell does just that.

Building from a position of strength. Over the past several years, under the thoughtful leadership of its outgoing President, the Bell has grown in both size and impact - expanding from its origins as a policy think tank into a leading advocacy and research organization focused on economic mobility. Today, the staff is stable and strong, and the board is engaged – both are committed to the success of the organization and its next leader. As part of a thoughtful and planned transition from its current President, the next leader of the Bell will be tasked with building on this positive momentum and taking the organization to its next level of impact.

Looking for a strategic, collaborative leader with deep roots in Colorado’s policy world. Given Colorado’s unique fiscal and policy landscape and the challenging political climate we’re currently navigating, we seek an experienced leader who will bring energy, creativity and passion to the position and to this work. We seek a forward-thinking approach to partnerships, policy, advocacy, funding, and operations – someone who can envision a future different from where we are today, while holding the responsibility of executing the steps to achieve that vision.

THE ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

The annual base salary for this position is $160,000. This position is based in Colorado and significant in-person work at the Bell’s offices and with stakeholders and partners in Denver and Colorado will be required.

The President/CEO works for both the Bell Policy Center and its affiliate the Bell Action Network, though the vast majority of work is for the Bell Policy Center.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance (70% paid by employer); life and disability insurance (100% paid by employer); a 401k retirement program with a match after three months of service; and a flexible work schedule, in addition to paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and family and medical leave.

Go to www.bellpolicy.org/jobs/ for the full job description.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter summarizing their qualifications and interest to bell.ceo.search@gmail.com . We encourage candidates to apply prior to February 21, 2024, though applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The goal is to have our new CEO on board in May 2024.

The Bell Policy Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Bell Policy Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Bell Policy Center will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.