EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Quick answer
Petra Cares is hiring an in-office Executive Director in Cypress, Texas, paying $140,000–$200,000 to lead the organization's operations, fundraising efforts, and national expansion strategy.
- Role
- EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Organization
- Petra Cares
- Location
- Cypress, Texas
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $140,000–$200,000
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
Petra Cares is seeking a strategic and operationally-focused Executive Director to lead the organization's growth and national expansion. The role oversees financial management, fundraising strategy, and the development of senior leadership teams while ensuring mission fidelity. The Executive Director will report to the CEO and Board of Directors, requiring travel up to one-third of the time to manage multi-market operations. This leadership position is critical for scaling the organization's impact in supporting at-risk youth and young adults transitioning out of foster care.
What you'll do
- Lead overall organizational operations, financial budgeting, and forecasting.
- Develop and execute a national expansion roadmap, including launching new markets.
- Manage, onboard, and develop the Managing Director and Development Director.
- Cultivate major gifts, sponsorships, and foundation relationships.
- Provide regular reporting and engagement with the Board of Directors.
What it takes
- Proven experience leading a nonprofit, foundation, or mission-driven organization.
- Demonstrated success in designing and executing organizational expansion strategies.
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and resource management.
- Track record of successful fundraising, including major gifts and grants.
- Experience hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing senior leaders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Petra Cares pays 75% of medical insurance premiums; dental, vision, disability, and life insurance available at employee expense; five weeks of PTO; relocation assistance package provided for out-of-state candidates.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and is it remote?
This is an in-office role based in Cypress (Houston), Texas. Note that the position requires travel within the United States for approximately one-third of the work time.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for the Executive Director position is $140,000–$200,000 per year, commensurate with experience, with room for growth.
What are the key qualifications required?
The ideal candidate brings extensive nonprofit leadership experience, a strong background in fundraising, financial management expertise, and a track record of scaling organizations into new markets.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter detailing their interest to [email protected].
How to apply
Apply directly on Petra Cares's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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