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Executive Director

Dallas Team

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

 

 

POSITION TITLE:  Executive Director, Dallas, Texas

LOCATION: Dallas, TX (Must live in the Dallas region)

REPORTS TO: Lead Regional Senior Vice President

 

Position Overview

The Executive Director (ED), Texas is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing Per Scholas’ mission across Texas, overseeing campuses in Dallas and Houston that collectively serve 1,500+ adult learners annually. Based in Dallas, the ED will focus primarily on fundraising, external engagement, and strategic growth, with a goal of securing $15 million annually by 2030.

As the primary external representative for the region, the ED will cultivate relationships with donors, employers, government agencies, and community partners to drive long-term sustainability, program innovation, and job attainment opportunities. The ED will also oversee campus alignment and collaboration, working with Managing Campus Directors, National Teams and the Lead Regional Sr. Vice President to ensure excellence in training delivery, workforce impact, and learner success.

 

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising, External Relations & Strategic Growth (70%)

Fundraising Leadership

  • Lead regional fundraising efforts to secure $15 million annually by 2030, including philanthropic gifts, corporate sponsorships, major gifts, public funding, and grant opportunities.
  • Partner with the National Development team on prospect strategy, proposal development, stewardship, and impact reporting.
  • Develop a multi-year growth strategy to scale Per Scholas' impact in Texas, supported by diversified and sustainable revenue streams.

 

External Engagement & Representation

  • Serve as the primary spokesperson for Per Scholas in Texas, strengthening brand visibility and thought leadership through public speaking, media, panels, and conferences.
  • Build and steward high-impact relationships with donors, employers, policymakers, and community leaders across Dallas, Houston, and broader state networks.
  • Expand and lead a board(s) composed of business, civic, and philanthropic leaders to elevate local influence and investment.

 

Statewide Strategy & Policy Alignment

  • Lead the development of a statewide strategy, ensuring regional alignment with Per Scholas’ mission and compliance with local/state workforce policies.
  • Establish partnerships with industry, workforce boards, and government entities to drive innovation and workforce equity.
  • Monitor and support adherence to applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and workforce development best practices.

Internal Leadership & Campus Oversight (30%)

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Supervise and support local two Managing Campus Directors who oversee day-to-day campus operations, faculty, and learner success initiatives.
  • Build a high-performing, mission-aligned leadership team that fosters accountability, inclusion, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Partner closely with national leaders (e.g., Talent Solutions, Training, Operations) to ensure local strategies align with organizational goals.

Performance & Accountability

  • Define and monitor KPIs for campus success, including learner enrollment, graduation, job attainment, funder satisfaction, and employer partnerships.
  • Use data and stakeholder feedback to drive strategic improvements and ensure program effectiveness.
  • Ensure financial sustainability through effective budget management and alignment with revenue growth strategies.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of senior leadership experience in fundraising, external affairs, or strategy, preferably in nonprofit, education, or workforce development sectors.
  • Proven success managing multi-million-dollar fundraising portfolios and cultivating cross-sector partnerships.
  • Experience leading multi-site operations or statewide initiatives with strong strategic planning and execution skills.
  • Deep knowledge of Texas’ workforce, economic development, and philanthropic ecosystems is highly preferred.
  • Strong communicator, relationship builder, and ambassador with a passion for advancing economic mobility and racial equity.

Core Competencies

  • Strategic Fundraising & Business Development
  • Regional Strategy & External Partnerships
  • Cross-Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Performance & Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Budget Oversight & Financial Stewardship
  • Public Speaking & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Commitment to Equity & Workforce Inclusion

     

    #LI-Hybrid 

    For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range of $150,000 - $160,000, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience.



QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!

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