Operations Specialists for Nonprofit

Founded in 1967, we are a boutique firm with over 55 years of executive search experience. The retained recruitment service Bristol offers includes sourcing, screening, qualified candidate submissions, interview scheduling, and negotiating employment and compensation packages of selected finalists.

Bristol Associates’ Nonprofit practice recruits within the Operations segment of the industry. Our recruiters in this division place top candidates in a variety of key operations functions. We specialize in senior, executive, and management positions.

Simply put, placing top executives is what we do, and we know what makes a great leader. Below are just some of the qualities and skill sets in this discipline that we look for:

  • Exceeds organization’s goals while balancing program delivery and budget
  • Builds strong relationships with staff and other stakeholders
  • Anticipates future trends and integrates them into operational plans
  • Exceptional leadership and vision in managing major initiatives and projects

Are you looking to hire exceptional talent with the skills listed above? Submit an employer inquiry and one of our consultants will be in touch with you soon!

Do these qualities describe you? Submit your resume today to be considered for our current openings.

Join the Many Nonprofit Companies That Have Filled Their Roles with Bristol Associates

Our Satisfied Clients Love to Share Their Experiences Working with Bristol Associates

“Bristol Associates allowed many parties to have their voices heard and gave us an opportunity to see a variety of candidates. We clearly got the best one and were able to do so because of the firm’s prescreening and expert assistance.”

Sel Kardan

President and CEO, The Colburn School

“The company listened to our needs and challenges. Additionally, our representative’s seamless coordination of multiple rounds of interviews made the process effortless. We wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again.”

Aaron Paley

President, Community Arts Resources (CARS)

“Bristol Associates’ team was very articulate and knowledgeable in helping our organization to define our needs, enterprising in putting out the word for suitable candidates, and thorough and insightful in the initial screening of candidates.”

Allen Robert Gross

Music Director, Orchestra Santa Monica

Why Work with Bristol Associates?

Over 55 Years in Business

We have specialized in executive search since 1967, and are now in our 3rd generation of family ownership.

Specialized

We have unrivaled industry knowledge in the areas in which we focus.

Individualized Service

We provide consultative, individualized service to our client companies. We pride ourselves in conducting our processes confidentially when necessary.

Network of Candidates

With over 1M+ relevant candidates in our private database, and growing every day, we have a strong network of senior-level talent across the board.

Responsiveness

Our recruiters value a communicative relationship with our select client companies and candidates, providing updates throughout the search.

Experienced

Our exceptional lead recruiters each have at least 15 years’ of experience in executive search.

Partner with Bristol Associates

Our Successful Nonprofit Operations Searches Keep Our Clients Coming Back

Executive Director

We placed the Executive Director for a notable nonprofit senior residential service provider in Southern California. The staff at the Center on Aging provides a full continuum of care for about 350 qualified residents. Our placed candidate leads the design and implementation of programs, strategies, and a service delivery system.

Executive Director - Convention Center

The Executive Director was hired to oversee one of the largest convention centers in America including 1.7 million sq ft of meeting space and significant tourism infrastructure. Our placed candidate works for the City, which also owns two stadiums and a performing arts venue.

Special Assistant to the President

We placed the Special Assistant to the President for a highly regarded arts organization in California. Our placed candidate works closely with the President and plays a critical role in the organization’s operations.

We Can Fill Your Operations Roles in the Nonprofit Industry

  • Associate Executive Director of Operations
  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Chief of Staff
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Director of Administrative Operations
  • Director of Admission Operations
  • Director of Global Operations
  • Director of Operations
  • Director of Operations and Facilities
  • Director of People Operations
  • Director of School Operations
  • Executive Director
  • Executive Vice President
  • Managing Director
  • President
  • Senior Vice President
  • Special Assistant to the President
  • Vice President of Operations