Executive Director

General Introduction The position of Executive Director exists primarily to ensure achievement of the Mission of the Catholic Pro Life Community (CPLC). All employees and volunteers of the CPLC are to exercise faithful stewardship of the time, talent, and resources at their disposal and those of their co-workers in achieving the results that will be most worthy of the prayers, sacrifices, and generosity of our supporters. Position Overview Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director of the organization and simultaneously the Respect Life Director for the Diocese of Dallas, is the keeper of the culture of the Catholic Pro-Life Community. The Executive Director provides direction and leadership to the organization; is chiefly responsible for achieving the mission and financial obligations in complete compliance with Church and civil requirements; ensures the quality, timely, accurate, and professional presentation of all materials and reports; assists the Board in fulfilling its role as an ex-officio member; and is the senior representative to the public. Key Responsibilities · Ensures the organization and its mission, programs, services, and materials consistently present a clear, persuasive, effective, and positive pro-life solution for North Texas · Manages the Directors of the CPLC Ministries, Communications, Development, and Operations Departments to achieve the mission of the organization · Ensures a positive culture within the CPLC including the staff, volunteers, donors, and supporters in conformity with ecclesial and civil regulations · Oversees the solicitation and stewardship of donors and fundraising communications, campaigns, and events in collaboration with the Director of Development · Oversees the design, marketing, promotion, and delivery of communication materials in collaboration with the Director of Marketing/Communications · Oversees the design, delivery, and quality of programs and services in collaboration with the Ministry Directors · Keeps abreast of legislative, scientific, medical, cultural, and Church developments that bear on the CPLC’s pro-life mission · Represents the organization’s mission, programs, and achievements to supporters, volunteers, media, organizations, businesses, and other groups as appropriate · Represents the organization to and liaises with local, state, national, and international Church and pro-life groups in good standing · Liaises with the Bishop for guidance and cooperation with issues and events requiring his attention · Determines and manages the prioritization of ministry and community efforts within the defined CPLC mission with Board approval · Recommends the annual budget for Board approval, in collaboration with the Director of Operations, and prudently manages the organization’s resources within those guidelines · Supports the Board’s effective execution of its role through timely and effective communication of issues affecting operations, objectives, public relations, staff, and volunteers Qualifications · Ability and desire to support the mission of the Catholic Pro-Life Community and the Church · Ability to motivate staff, donors, and media toward the organization's goals · Strong communication skills in verbal, social, and video mediums · Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent departments with competing needs · Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain priorities across a diverse set of constituencies · Demonstrated ability to lead and recruit high-quality employees or volunteers · Demonstrated ability to manage spending against annual budget goals · Demonstrated ability to connect with the community and encourage volunteer and donor support · Ability to establish and nurture relationships with staff, volunteers, donors, and clergy · Acceptance of the magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church with a detailed understanding of life issues · Catholic in active and good standing membership within a parish · Ability to review financial reports and justify expenses aligning with the Board-approved budget · Ability to oversee employee compliance with policies and procedures · Ability to generate reports in a timely manner Other Skills & Experience · College degree, preferably in business administration or equivalent experience · Excellent management skills and attention to detail · Sensitivity to diverse attitudes across the spectrum of life issues · Understanding of and compliance with the Diocese’s Safe Environment Program · Ability to manage a hybrid or work-from-home organizational structure · Facility with electronic research tools and modern communication platforms Stewardship and Community Engagement All employees of CPLC are called to exercise faithful stewardship of their time, talents, and resources. This commitment is reflected in the spirit of collaboration, excellence, and fidelity to the Catholic Church’s teachings on life and human dignity and demonstrated through active participation in a parish or faith community in good standing with the Church and compliance with the Diocese’s Safe Environment Program. These responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. All representatives of the Catholic Pro-Life Community may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Work Location: In person