Summary

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is thrilled to announce they are now seeking applications and nominations for their next Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The ideal candidate for this CFO role is a highly strategic, experienced, mission-driven finance executive who can build and modernize an operationally excellent finance function while serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive team, and Board. More than a traditional financial steward, the CFO will translate complex financial and operational data into clear and actionable business insights, strengthen organizational performance across multiple revenue streams, and ensure rigorous financial controls, compliance, and risk management for this $27 million non-profit organization. Success in this role requires deep experience leading complex nonprofit finances, growing and developing high-performing teams, partnering with leaders of business lines to drive growth and sustainability, overseeing investments and enterprise risk, and supporting robust Board governance.

Above all, the CFO must combine strong financial and operational expertise with strategic thinking, change leadership, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a deep commitment to NRPA's mission, values, and culture of organizational excellence.

The CFO will report directly to the President & CEO.

To Apply

More information about the National Recreation and Park Association may be found at: www.nrpa.org, as well as its 2025 Annual Report.

This search is being led by Ellen LaPointe, Rachel Burgoyne, and Marisa Chock of the national talent and search firm NPAG. Candidates may submit their cover letter, outlining their interest and qualifications, along with their resume via NPAG’s application portal.

NRPA is deeply committed to the core values of diversity, equity and inclusion and actively seeks to integrate these core values into all elements of our daily work. NRPA is an equal opportunity employer and highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, ethnic minorities, new Americans (immigrants and refugees), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, native people, and veterans.