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CITY OF OMAHA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Lead a high-impact, community-focused foundation at the forefront of library innovation, public-private partnership, and philanthropic growth in Omaha and beyond. In partnership with Lindauer, the Omaha Public Library Foundation (OPLF) is seeking a visionary and strategic
Chief Executive Officer
to lead the Foundation into its next era of growth and impact. With a track record of extraordinary achievement, including a $158 million capital campaign to build a new Central Library, OPLF is poised to expand its reach and deepen its support for Omaha’s only public library system. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will work in close partnership with Omaha Public Library leadership to drive innovation in fundraising, programming, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is an inspiring communicator and inclusive leader who can forge strategic partnerships, mobilize resources, and align a wide variety of stakeholders toward a shared vision of access, learning, and equity. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow all aspects of fundraising, from major gifts to annual campaigns. Partner with OPL leadership to support strategic initiatives and engage community leaders. Serve as the primary ambassador and advocate for OPLF’s mission, vision, and values. Build productive relationships across Omaha’s philanthropic, civic, and private sectors. Manage business operations, finances, and a growing team to ensure organizational excellence. Qualifications: Minimum of 10 years of fundraising leadership experience exhibiting increased responsibilities. Experience building and sustaining public-private partnerships and/or experience in governmental relations, advocacy, or in a public sector environment. Proven record of individual, corporate, and foundation major donor cultivation and solicitation. Oversight and demonstrated growth of annual fundraising campaigns and activities. Demonstrated experience cultivating collaborative, productive partnerships to achieve shared goals, particularly with Board members. Proven experience as an effective and compelling public speaker. Experience managing a $2 million-plus annual budget. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree and/or specialization in fundraising, financial planning, planned giving, etc. desirable. Why OPLF? Transformational Impact : OPLF played a key role in the $158M campaign for a new Central Library, among the largest public library investments in U.S. history. Community-Centered : As the fundraising arm of Omaha’s only public library system, OPLF serves a diverse community of over 600,000 residents. Collaborative Leadership : OPLF is a nimble, independent foundation that works in strategic partnership with public and private entities to maximize community benefit. Lindauer, a global search and talent firm, has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of the Omaha Public Library Foundation. Learn more, apply, or nominate a candidate at lindauerglobal.com. Seniority level
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Chief Executive Officer
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CITY OF OMAHA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION
Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below. 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Chief Executive Officer
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CITY OF OMAHA PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Lead a high-impact, community-focused foundation at the forefront of library innovation, public-private partnership, and philanthropic growth in Omaha and beyond. In partnership with Lindauer, the Omaha Public Library Foundation (OPLF) is seeking a visionary and strategic
Chief Executive Officer
to lead the Foundation into its next era of growth and impact. With a track record of extraordinary achievement, including a $158 million capital campaign to build a new Central Library, OPLF is poised to expand its reach and deepen its support for Omaha’s only public library system. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will work in close partnership with Omaha Public Library leadership to drive innovation in fundraising, programming, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is an inspiring communicator and inclusive leader who can forge strategic partnerships, mobilize resources, and align a wide variety of stakeholders toward a shared vision of access, learning, and equity. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow all aspects of fundraising, from major gifts to annual campaigns. Partner with OPL leadership to support strategic initiatives and engage community leaders. Serve as the primary ambassador and advocate for OPLF’s mission, vision, and values. Build productive relationships across Omaha’s philanthropic, civic, and private sectors. Manage business operations, finances, and a growing team to ensure organizational excellence. Qualifications: Minimum of 10 years of fundraising leadership experience exhibiting increased responsibilities. Experience building and sustaining public-private partnerships and/or experience in governmental relations, advocacy, or in a public sector environment. Proven record of individual, corporate, and foundation major donor cultivation and solicitation. Oversight and demonstrated growth of annual fundraising campaigns and activities. Demonstrated experience cultivating collaborative, productive partnerships to achieve shared goals, particularly with Board members. Proven experience as an effective and compelling public speaker. Experience managing a $2 million-plus annual budget. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree and/or specialization in fundraising, financial planning, planned giving, etc. desirable. Why OPLF? Transformational Impact : OPLF played a key role in the $158M campaign for a new Central Library, among the largest public library investments in U.S. history. Community-Centered : As the fundraising arm of Omaha’s only public library system, OPLF serves a diverse community of over 600,000 residents. Collaborative Leadership : OPLF is a nimble, independent foundation that works in strategic partnership with public and private entities to maximize community benefit. Lindauer, a global search and talent firm, has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of the Omaha Public Library Foundation. Learn more, apply, or nominate a candidate at lindauerglobal.com. Seniority level
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