Pike Place Market Foundation - Executive Director

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Executive Director

Pike Place Market Foundation

Impact a Historic Seattle Community with Leadership, Vision, and Inclusion

About Pike Place Market Foundation

For more than forty years, the Pike Place Market Foundation has been at the heart of Seattle’s most iconic neighborhood, nurturing a vibrant community of residents, farmers, artists, and small business owners. Through direct services, and providing funding for affordable housing, childcare, healthcare, and support for local businesses, the Foundation has sustained the Market’s unique spirit and promoted its role as a thriving public asset. The Market Foundation has 15 staff, 26 Board members, and an anticipated operating budget for FY 26/27 of $5.1M.

About the Role

We're searching for an inspiring and collaborative Executive Director to lead our dedicated team and guide the Foundation’s strategic vision. The next Executive Director will build on a legacy of success by strengthening community partnerships, championing social justice, and ensuring Pike Place Market remains a model of compassionate urban development.

Key Responsibilities

• Nurture a culture of belonging for staff and volunteers, where every voice is valued


• Lead strategic planning, operations, and financial management with a focus on sustainability


• Build powerful partnerships with government, civic, and community organizations


• Oversee fund development efforts, including innovative campaigns and signature events


• Align organizational structure, policies, and procedures to support the Foundation’s mission


• Collaborate with the Board to implement an inclusive, comprehensive vision for the Foundation


• Promote the Market Foundation’s impact within the Seattle community and beyond

Leadership Profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in nonprofit operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, and fundraising


• Exceptional emotional intelligence and communication skills


• Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups and public entities


• Commitment to social and economic justice, equity-centered leadership, and cultural inclusion


• Passion for community engagement and relationship-building with donors, partners, and Market vendors


• Ability to inspire and lead a talented team with integrity, vision, and empathy

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, salaried position based in Seattle (target hiring range of $225,000–$250,000 annually, DOE)


• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and LTD insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts & Transportation/Commuter benefit


• 403b retirement plan with a 2.5% salary match


• Professional development and membership opportunities


• 10 paid holidays, generous vacation, sick, and PTO leave


• Personal and Family Leave


• Potential relocation assistance for out-of-area candidates

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Pike Place Market Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and supportive workplace for staff and the community we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, believing that a wide range of perspectives enriches our mission and impact. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can support you in the process.

How to Apply

This role will remain open until filled, with a priority deadline of April 6, 2026. We review applications continuously and conduct interviews on a rolling basis. To apply, please send a cover letter (two pages or less) addressed to the Board of Directors.

Questions? Contact Christine Martin at [email protected] or Ed Rogan at [email protected]

Visit pikeplacemarketfoundation.org to learn more about our history and impact.