Executive Director

Background

Founded in 2003, Soaring Eagle Center (SEC) is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adults with intellectual disabilities through comprehensive, community-based services. SEC delivers structured day habilitation programming, athletic and recreational opportunities, and meaningful social engagement designed to promote independence, dignity, and inclusion.

In 2014, SEC expanded its service capacity by incorporating Medicaid Waiver programs — Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) — broadening its impact to individuals and families across Dallas and Ellis counties. This expansion positioned SEC as a critical provider of both programmatic and residential support within the region.

Operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in DeSoto, Texas, SEC remains committed to meeting the social, educational, vocational, and residential needs of those it serves. As the organization continues to grow, it seeks leadership that will strengthen operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, expand community partnerships, and advance long-term sustainability in service to its mission.

Summary:

The Executive Director will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction while maneuvering the organization through a time of positive change and restructuring with staff positions, departments, culture, programs, etc…These management and operational changes will allow our E.D to be accountable for the day to day operations and financial management, but also allow the time to capitalize on the huge amount of potential for marketing, community engagement, fundraising, donor cultivation, business/corporate partnerships, etc…

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management & Fundraising Oversight:

Lead all fundraising efforts to meet and exceed annual fundraising goals, actively securing financial support from foundations, corporations, individual donors, and government sources.

• Proven track record in developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies that diversify revenue streams and grow the donor base, including securing monthly and corporate donors
• Oversee the preparation and submission of SEC's annual budget for board approval, providing clear and concise reports on fundraising progress and variances at board meetings
• Drive donor communications, including newsletters and year-end reports, to showcase impact and promote future giving
• Close working relationship with Finance/HR Director to follow and support internal financial controls.

2. Team Management & Leadership:

Build and inspire an effective, cohesive team dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission through successful programs and community engagement

• Demonstrate a proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate staff, ensuring a high-morale, collaborative environment through effective hiring, training, and performance management.
• Direct report roles (Finance/HR Director, Program Director, Provider & Vendor Director), ensuring efficient office and program operations
• Foster a culture of teamwork, trust, respect, communication, collaboration, and accountability while empowering the team and building each other up.
• Able to monitor and coach direct reports in the management of their teams. SEC has a staff of approximately 15 staff (exempt, full, part, and 1099)

3. Mission Advocacy & Strategic Planning:

Serve as the primary spokesperson and face of the organization, building and cultivating strong relationships with local, state, and community organizations, government agencies, and families

• Lead the development and implementation of SEC’s strategic plan and 3-year goals, ensuring alignment across the organization. Ability to implement current strategic plan with focus but still being able to pivot as necessary.
• Oversee all marketing, community engagement, social media, communications, and visibility efforts to promote SEC's programs and enhance our brand and impact for long term growth and sustainability.

4. Operations & Board Relations:

Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors on policy, governance, recruitment, onboarding, roles, and strategy, attending all meetings and providing comprehensive updates and reporting.

• Accountability for daily operations with support and delegation to the three department heads; Finance/HR Director, Program Director, Provider & Vendor Director to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with all regulations

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred or may be substituted with 10+ of nonprofit management at the senior level.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4+ years of successful, results-oriented experience in nonprofit development and major fundraising gifts (with degree) 10+ years without.
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and persuasive fundraising skills, cultivation, public speaking, grant writing, community collaborations.
• Flexible schedule
• DeSoto, TX 75115 (Required)

• 1+ years working directly with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) preferred
• 1+ years of experience with Texas Medicaid Waiver programs (HCS and TxHmL) preferred or experience with Health and Human Services (HHS)
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including a proven ability to manage staff effectively and build strong internal and external relationships.

Skills:

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience with social media, marketing, online fundraising tools, and Microsoft Office

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Medical Stipend

Ability to Commute:

Work Location: In person w/ possibility of remote one day a week.