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Ballinger | Leafblad is honored to partner with the Minnesota Guardian ad Litem Board on the search for its next Program Administrator. This position serves as the administrative leader of the statewide Guardian ad Litem Program, overseeing organizational strategy, statewide operations, legislative engagement, financial management, policy implementation, and staff leadership across a complex public-sector child advocacy organization.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years of demonstrated leadership experience within child welfare, family court, public-sector, judicial branch, legal, or closely related systems.
• Strong understanding of Minnesota child welfare statutes, court processes, and related systems.
• Experience leading complex organizations, programs, or statewide operations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic counsel and recommendations to a governing board.
• Experience working effectively with legislators, public agencies, judicial leaders, and external stakeholders.
• Strong strategic planning, operational leadership, and organizational management skills.
• Experience strengthening organizational systems, accountability, and operational consistency.
• Proven ability to lead teams, build trust, and navigate complex organizational environments.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and public presentation skills.
• Experience managing budgets, public resources, and statewide operations.

Compensation: $140,000 - $160,000 and a very comprehensive benefits package. More details in the full position profile.

Applications due by June 26, 2026. Review of materials begins immediately. We encourage early application.

Ballinger | Leafblad is proud to partner with Minnesota Guardian ad Litem to lead this search.