Deputy Director, Programs (Aspen)

Job overview

The Deputy Director, Programs (Aspen) role is hybrid in Aurora, CO, with a salary range of $62,000–$65,000 per year. Best Buddies International works to create opportunities for friendship, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role manages Friendship program chapters and volunteers while supporting participants pursuing and maintaining competitive employment. Through chapter support, vocational coaching, community relationships, and program operations, it contributes to inclusive communities and workplaces.

What you'll do

• Manage a caseload of Friendship chapters and volunteers
• provide chapter leaders with training, resources, and guidance
• track participation and outcomes
• support program guidelines and events
• help participants identify employment opportunities and support job development, placement, onboarding, and training
• maintain relationships with participants, guardians, employers, and vocational rehabilitation counselors
• provide workplace safety, employee-rights, and travel-training support
• assist fundraising, community engagement, marketing, and program documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

deputy director

programs

friendship programs

employment support

vocational coaching

intellectual and developmental disabilities

aurora co

best buddies

$62k–$65k/year

chapter management

community engagement

fund development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes a comprehensive benefits program covering financial security, health and wellness, and time off.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree or at least three years of relevant professional experience. Frequent travel and evening and weekend work may be necessary; use of a personal vehicle with applicable insurance is required.

About the employer

Best Buddies Int. Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.