YOU MUST SUBMIT PROPOSALS HERE FOR CONSIDERATION: https://wkf.ms/4qQW981?ESF-RFP= Request for Proposals (RFP) for Executive Search Services Senior Administrative Officer & Chief of Staff Hill Community Development Corporation, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania The Hill Community Development Corporation invites proposals from qualified executive search firms to lead a national search for a Senior Administrative Officer & Chief of Staff. As Hill CDC continues to expand its real estate portfolio, policy influence, economic impact, cultural preservation initiatives, and institutional partnerships, we are strengthening our executive leadership structure to ensure disciplined execution and long-term sustainability. The Senior Administrative Officer & Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic partner to the President and CEO and as a senior member of executive leadership. This individual will support governance, administrative and operational alignment, cross-departmental performance and delivery, and strategic initiatives. We are seeking an executive search firm with demonstrated experience recruiting senior leaders within nonprofit, community development, urban policy, or mission-driven real estate environments. Experience placing executive-level integrators, chiefs of staff, administrative and operational executives, or deputy leaders is strongly preferred. Scope of Services The selected firm will:Conduct stakeholder interviews to refine the leadership profile Develop recruitment and outreach strategy Market the opportunity nationally and regionally Identify, vet, and present a diverse and highly qualified candidate slate Manage interview process and candidate assessment Conduct reference and background checks Assist with offer negotiation, hiring and transition planning The firm should demonstrate a clear commitment to inclusive recruitment practices and experience sourcing candidates with executive-level judgment and operational depth. Proposal Requirements Interested firms should submit:Firm overview and relevant executive search experience Description of search methodology and candidate sourcing strategy Examples of similar senior-level placements Proposed timeline Fee structure Equitable search strategy and practices Key personnel assigned to this engagement Guarantee Period Submission Details Extended Deadline: June 15, 2026 Proposals will be reviewed as received. Please submit proposals here: https://wkf.ms/4qQW981?ESF-RFP= Hill CDC operates at the intersection of community, capital, culture, and policy in Pittsburgh’s Historic Hill District of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. This leadership hire represents a significant investment in the leadership infrastructure and organizational excellence. We welcome proposals from firms prepared to partner with us in identifying a leader capable of supporting complex community development work at-scale.