Current
Assignments
Here is a list of our current assignments. We appreciate these organizations having the confidence in us to uncover their future leaders for these positions.
Senior Vice President/Chief Human Resources Officer
Penn Medicine
With a mission to advance knowledge and improve health through patient care, research, and the education of trainees in an inclusive culture that embraces diversity, fosters innovation, stimulates critical thinking, supports lifelong learning, and sustains the legacy of excellence, the University of Pennsylvania Health System (part of Penn Medicine) is launching a search for a Senior Vice President/Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Penn Medicine seeks a collaborative, expert, and effective leader to steward the human resources function for this $11.1 billion system.
The new CHRO will be charged with:
· Supporting Penn Medicine’s strategic plan by developing a holistic and thoughtful human resources strategic plan that meets the needs of both the system and the local entities with short- and long-term metrics and goals
· Balancing the merits and advantages of centralization with the need to provide responsive service and personal touch to the entities
· Inspiring confidence and building trust with human resource colleagues, peers, entity leadership, and other stakeholders
· Establishing credibility as strategic partner and learning the complexity of Penn Medicine
· Promoting transparency and communicating consistently, proactively, and effectively.
· Providing leadership to the entire human resources department
· Offering strong, effective, and steady leadership that ensures organizational alignment
The CHRO position is a compelling opportunity for an effective human resources leader to work at a world-class institution in a world-class city with a newly elected mayor. With a proven track record of developing relationships, inspiring teams, architecting a human resources strategic plan, and getting results, the new CHRO will be well-positioned for success at Penn Medicine.
The salary will be based upon experience. Interested or know someone who might be? Please contact Andrew Wheeler at 267 257-1910 or awheeler@lincolnleadership.co.
For more information, take a look at the position description here.
Chief Development Officer
American
Bible Society
Founded in 1816 and based in Philadelphia, the American Bible Society is launching a search the Chief Development Officer. ABS’s mission is “to Make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford, so all people may experience its live-changing message.” ABS invites all generations of Americans as well as millions across the globe to experience the profound, life-changing message of the Bible.
The Chief Development Officer will work closely with the President/CEO and the senior leadership team to provide leadership and overall guidance to the development department and fundraising efforts. The Chief Development Officer will be tasked with developing strategic plans and engaging individuals, foundations, and churches to maximize philanthropic activities. We want someone who can manage and inspire teams of people, offer a demonstrated track record of raising individual and institutional funds, and possess a strong Christian faith.
The salary will be based upon experience. Are you interested in the position or know someone who might be? Please contact Anthony Bair at 484 431-6218 or abair@lincolnleadership.co.
For more information, take a look at the position description here.
Executive Director
Homeless Advocacy
Project
The Homeless Advocacy Project has launched an executive director search to recruit a collaborative leader and effective fundraiser who embraces the HAP’s mission and commitment to serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia.
Building on a strong foundation and legacy, the next executive director will lead HAP’s strategic direction, maintain its long-term financial sustainability and operational efficiency, and oversee the organization’s programs and staff. The executive director reports to the board and directly manages a staff that includes director of development/communications, legal and advocacy director, director of operations, director of intake and outreach, two project directors, and a senior staff attorney.
The ideal candidate brings a deep passion for HAP’s mission and a successful record of organizational leadership and experience developing strong relationships with various audiences, including funders, partners, policymakers, individuals with lived experience, and volunteers. The ideal candidate is also a dedicated team builder, committed to fostering a positive and supportive culture that reflects HAP’s commitment to diversity, racial equity, and inclusion.
Interested or know someone who might be? Please contact Danny Guerrero at 646 298-9525 or dguerrero@lincolnleadership.co.
To view the position description, click here.
Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
University of Virginia, Batten School
of Leadership and Policy, Charlottesville, VA
With a mission of the school is to develop leaders and generate new knowledge to solve the world’s toughest public policy challenges, the University of Virginia Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy (the Batten School) seeks an experienced, creative, and energetic professional to serve as the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications.
This position plays a critical role by leading and supporting comprehensive branding, new educational program development, marketing, engagement, and communication strategies that advance the mission and priorities of the Batten School. The position reports to the Dean and is either located in Washington, D.C. or Charlottesville, Virginia.
Now in its fifteenth year, the Batten School generates knowledge that addresses pressing public policy challenges and broadly prepares students for ethical and effective leadership and public service. With continued robust growth, the Batten School attracts action-oriented students in rigorous graduate and undergraduate degree programs and fosters an exceptional faculty conducting research and engaging a wide range of stakeholders on issues impacting public life, a dedicated staff team, and a growing and committed alumni and donor network. Of the 250-plus schools of public policy and administration in the United States, the Batten School has the distinction of being the only one explicitly committed to teaching leadership — how it works, why context matters in decision-making and which actions lead to tangible results.
Over the next decade, Batten aims to increase its reach into new and underserved student communities, further bolster research discoveries, connect policy makers with the Batten School community to shape policy solutions, and invest in our community, program excellence, and requisite infrastructure. This trajectory also creates exciting opportunities to partner with other schools and organizations, such as the newly formed Karsh Institute of Democracy, to support the broader ambitions detailed in the University of Virginia 2030 strategic plan.
Batten has retained the services of Lincoln Leadership (www.lincolnleadership.co) to conduct this search. For those interested in the search or who want to recommend someone for the role in confidence, please contact Andrew C. Wheeler, Founder & President, at 267 257-1910 or awheeler@lincolnleadership.co.
Director of Regional Planning
Lehigh Valley
Planning Commission
Founded in 1961, the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) serves as the official regional planning entity for the Lehigh Valley. The LVPC reviews all sub-divisions, land development and stormwater activity, municipal land use ordinances, and comprehensive plans on behalf of Lehigh and Northampton Counties. In addition to these municipal review responsibilities, the LVPC sets the development direction for the region, from housing to businesses and infrastructure to schools. LVPC influences municipal government, developers, bankers, realtors, school boards, citizens, and others. The Lehigh Valley is strategically located on the eastern border of Pennsylvania, north of the Philadelphia region and west of the New York-New Jersey metropolitan statistical area. The fastest growing region in the Commonwealth, the Lehigh Valley is known for its high quality of life, recreational and cultural amenities, and its variety of housing and communities from rural to urban.
In a new position, the Director of Regional Planning is responsible for general oversight and management of the organization’s planning program to support the Executive Director, LVPC, and the region. As a member of the executive team, the Director of Regional Planning oversees the coordination and implementation across the community, environmental and transportation planning, and data management sections. The Director of Regional Planning also leads the funding and partnership interests of the Commission and is a critical member in developing the strategic plan. The Director of Regional Planning will also manage all internal aspects of the staff, headquartered in Allentown, PA.
The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in city or regional planning or a related field or equivalent experience, ten years of experience in planning, two of which shall include supervisory experience, and five years of experience in project management. AICP certification or a related professional license is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.
LVPC has retained the services of Lincoln Leadership (www.lincolnleadership.co) to conduct this search. For those interested in the search or who want to recommend someone for the role in confidence, please contact Danny Guerrero at 646 298-9525 or dguerrero@lincolnleadership.co.
For those interested in the position, please send a resume detailing relevant experience and educational credentials with a cover letter. Confidentiality will be maintained, and the position is open until filled. Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately.
For the position description, visit here.
To apply, visit here.