Program Administrator | Minnesota Guardian ad Litem

Ballinger | Leafblad is honored to partner with the Minnesota Guardian ad Litem Board on the search for its next Program Administrator. This statewide child advocacy organization within the Minnesota Judicial Branch is dedicated to protecting the best interests of children involved in child protection and family court proceedings. Across every region of the state, Guardians ad Litem work directly with children, families, courts, attorneys, county agencies, tribal communities, and community partners to ensure children's voices, safety, permanency, and well-being remain at the center of critical decisions affecting their lives. Today, the Program includes more than 260 staff and 40 volunteers and serves nearly 10,000 children annually through thousands of court cases and hearings statewide.

Reporting directly to the State Guardian ad Litem Board, the Program Administrator serves as the chief executive and administrative leader of this statewide organization. This role provides leadership across strategy, operations, finance, public policy, and organizational culture while serving as the Program's primary representative with legislators, judicial leaders, county and tribal partners, and other stakeholders across Minnesota. The next Program Administrator will have the opportunity to strengthen statewide consistency, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability while advancing the Program's mission of ensuring every child has a strong and independent advocate within the court system.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000 depending on qualifications.

Compensation includes participation in a comprehensive and generous benefits package. Details in the full position profile.

View the full position profile at
https://www.ballingerleafblad.com/current-searches

TO APPLY

All applicants must apply online here. A resume and cover letter are required for consideration.

We strive for a transparent and supportive process, starting with an initial review of applications, followed by exploratory conversations with qualified candidates, in-depth interviews, and open communication throughout. There will be an immediate and ongoing review of candidates, so we encourage and appreciate early applications.

All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality, subject to standard recruiting practices and any applicable legal disclosure obligations.

For more details or questions, inquiries may also be directed to Jamie Millard at jamie@ballingerleafblad.com.

Applications will be accepted through June 26, 2026 or until the position is filled. Review of materials begins immediately. We encourage early application.