Careers

WHY WE LOVE WORKING AT UNITED WAY OF GREATER NASHVILLE

“I am very proud of where I work, I feel valued, and I enjoy those I work beside.”

“Everyone is extremely welcoming and friendly when you first start.”

“I love the work–life–balance and great flexibility to our work schedule.”

“I simply love this organization, our staff, and what we stand for. I never thought I would have a career where I was excited every day to go to work.”

“I genuinely love working here. This has been my favorite job I have ever had.”

“We strive to do what’s right for our neighbors, and also have our employees’ best interests in mind.”

Join a team that's changing lives.

At United Way, you’ll do meaningful work that strengthens our community while growing your own career. We’re passionate about creating positive change and equally committed to creating an exceptional employee experience.

It’s our job to make people’s lives better, which is pretty cool.

Open positions are listed below.

Why Work With Us

Here are just a few highlights (did we mention our generous time off?):

Make a meaningful impact on individuals, families, and communities every day
Thrive in a flexible, trusted hybrid work environment
Grow through opportunities to learn, lead, and expand your impact
Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven colleagues
Be recognized and celebrated for your contributions
Build connections in a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and belonging
Prioritize your well-being with support for balance, flexibility, and personal growth
Bring your talents to an organization where your work matters and your impact is visible.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Stay focused on our mission.

Remember who we serve. Lead by example. Convene and listen. Strive for excellence. Find joy in what we do.

Put people first.

Have respect for every person. Show compassion. Approach every day with positivity. Be mindful of our actions. Express gratitude. Use kindness above all.

Work collaboratively and pursue innovation.

Be open, adaptable and encouraging. Work collectively to solve problems. Embrace change. Serve others before ourselves. Consider all points of view.

Value integrity and accountability.

Work hard. Earn trust. Accept responsibility. Communicate honestly and openly. Hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards.

Strive to be a model of diversity and inclusion.

Reflect the community. Embrace the power of diverse talents and perspectives. Respect the dignity, uniqueness and intrinsic worth of every person. Be welcoming to all. Purposefully create a path toward a more equitable and just society.

Seek continuous improvement.

Dream big. Test assumptions. Take risks. Embrace change. Ask questions. Challenge ourselves and others.

Benefits You’ll Love

United Way has competitive salaries in the nonprofit industry and our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and voluntary vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off, summer Fridays, holidays, and parental leave
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Additional benefits that support your health, well-being, and future

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Ready to Join Our Team?

If you’re passionate about community impact, nonprofit leadership, and building a stronger future for Middle Tennessee, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more about our Mission and Vision. Current open positions are listed below.