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Per Scholas 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. 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.
20-30% travel required (Totaling 8+ campus visits per month between Dallas & Houston )
Minimum of 4 in-person days per campus (Reimbursement for travel is included)
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
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!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
PII Policies
Non-Discrimination Policy
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Executive Director
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Per Scholas 20 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Executive Director
role at
Per Scholas 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. 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.
20-30% travel required (Totaling 8+ campus visits per month between Dallas & Houston )
Minimum of 4 in-person days per campus (Reimbursement for travel is included)
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
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!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
PII Policies
Non-Discrimination Policy
Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Business Development and Sales Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Per Scholas by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Executive Director” roles.
Vice President of Corporate Business Development and Strategy
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex $225,000.00-$300,000.00 1 hour ago Associate Vice President – Contact Center
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Dallas, TX $175,000.00-$190,000.00 9 hours ago Vice President, Enterprise Business Solutions
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