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Careers at the CFO

Learn about opportunities to join the CFO’s team and help improve lives in our region.

Current Openings

  • Development & Philanthropic Services Intern
  • Community Impact Intern
  • Administrative Assistant (Part-time)
  • Affiliate Foundation Coordinator — Perry County (Part-time)

We are pleased that you are interested in applying for a position with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. The CFO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, veteran status, pregnancy, medical condition, citizenship status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other basis prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law.

Internship Opening

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Development & Philanthropic Services Intern 

The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is seeking a motivated student intern to assist the CFO’s Development & Philanthropic Services department to provide hands-on administrative, research and stewardship support for donor, agency partner, affiliate and development initiatives in alignment with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks’ mission, vision and values.  This internship is ideal for students who have a strong interest in nonprofit and philanthropic initiatives and who are eager to learn how community-focused organizations create meaningful change. 

The internship is anticipated to run from April to August 2026.

The CFO offers competitive pay with generous benefits and paid time off to help our staff members successfully navigate work-life balance. Benefits for part-time staff include:

  • Up to 20 hours paid time off, effective upon hiring
  • Time off for holidays, paid proportionate to part-time hours
  • A commitment to staff development, including networking and activities for social and mental wellness 

Interested students: Please submit a cover letter, resume and employment application to Ashley Silva, Vice President of Development and Philnathropic Services at asilva@cfozarks.org. Date of first consideration is April 3. If you have questions, please email or call Ashley Fleming at 417-864-6199.

Current Opening

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Community Impact Intern

The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is seeking a motivated student intern to support the work of the Director of Community Impact. This internship is ideal for students who have a strong interest in nonprofit and philanthropic initiatives and who are eager to learn how community-focused organizations create meaningful change. The selected intern will gain hands-on experience collaborating with local and regional nonprofit partners. This role offers a valuable opportunity to develop practical skills, build professional connections and gain insight into the inner workings of the nonprofit sector.

The internship is anticipated to run from April to August 2026.

The CFO offers competitive pay with generous benefits and paid time off to help our staff members successfully navigate work-life balance. Benefits for part-time staff include:

  • Up to 20 hours paid time off, effective upon hiring
  • Time off for holidays, paid proportionate to part-time hours
  • A commitment to staff development, including networking and activities for social and mental wellness 

Interested students: Please submit a cover letter, resume and employment application to Ashley Fleming, Director of Community Impact at afleming@cfozarks.org. Date of first consideration is April 3. If you have questions, please email or call Ashley Fleming at 417-864-6199.

Current Opening

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Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistants are the first point of contact for visitors and callers to our office. This role is responsible for managing the front desk, providing a welcoming and professional presence, and ensuring a smooth flow of communication within the organization. Two part-time Administrative Assistants will share front desk responsibilities in an alternating weekly schedule. The two receptionists will coordinate to provide seamless front desk coverage. All activities will be aligned with CFO’s mission, vision and values.

The CFO offers competitive pay with generous benefits and paid time off to help our staff members successfully navigate work-life balance. Benefits for part-time staff include:

  • Up to 40 hours paid time off annually, effective upon hiring
  • Ten holidays, paid proportionate to part-time hours
  • Employer match of up to 5 percent of base salary for a 403(b) retirement plan
  • A commitment to staff development through professional learning and networking; social and mental wellness activities

Please send the completed job application, a résumé and cover letter to hr@ollisaa.com. The deadline for first consideration is Friday, March 6.

Current Opening

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Affiliate Foundation Coordinator — Perry County

The Affiliate Foundation Coordinator is a part-time, remote role that is responsible for coordinating advancement and administrative activities at the Perry County Community Foundation, in alignment with the Community Foundation of the Ozarks’ mission, vision and values.

Applicants based in the Perry County area are preferred. Moderate local travel is required, along with periodic travel to the Springfield office. Attendance at meetings and events required, as needed, in the evenings and on weekends.

The CFO offers competitive pay with generous benefits and paid time off to help our staff members successfully navigate work-life balance. Benefits include:

  • Up to 40 hours paid time off annually, effective upon hiring
  • Ten holidays, paid proportionate to part-time hours
  • Employer match of up to 5 percent of base salary for a 403(b) retirement plan.

Please send the completed job application, a résumé and cover letter to hr@ollisaa.com. The deadline for first consideration is Friday, April 10.

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