Working at United Way of Champaign County

Every member of the United Way team contributes to our mission. Our paramount value is respect – for each other, for our community, and for our supporters. Our office culture values diversity, and our team members are collaborative, innovative, data-driven, and results-oriented.

Employee benefits include medical insurance, generous paid time off and medical leave, flexible scheduling options, life and long-term disability insurance, pension benefits, and flexible spending accounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

United Way of Champaign County is an Equal Opportunity Employer in its policies, actions, and goals in compliance with state, federal, and local laws and regulations.  It is the policy of UWCC to grant equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, age, sex (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other legally recognized basis for illegal discrimination. 

It is the intent of UWCC that equal opportunity is provided in employment, wages, promotion, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

Open Positions

President & Chief Executive Officer

The President & CEO provides strategic leadership to advance United Way’s mission and impact. They oversee fundraising efforts, including major and planned giving, and build strong relationships with donors, partners, and community leaders. The CEO ensures operational and financial excellence, leads a high-performing team, and serves as a visible and trusted representative of United Way. They stay current on philanthropic trends to guide innovative strategies and actively engage with the United Way network, adhering to national membership standards.

Click here to read the full job description. 

If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to Lisa Rector at lisa@rectorteam.com by August 11, 2025.