Executive Director

Eco South Services; Canada; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization promoting tourism seeks an Executive Director to lead fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and community development. The ideal candidate should have experience in non-profits, strong public speaking abilities, and knowledge of East Texas history. This remote position offers a salary starting at $50,000 along with benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health insurance stipend

Cell phone stipend

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience working with non-profits and community organizations.
• Knowledge of East Texas history and heritage tourism.
• Ability to produce engaging and grammatically correct content.

Responsibilities

• Manage fundraising and public speaking engagements.
• Promote historic preservation and tourism initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and community partners.

Skills

Public speaking

Marketing expertise

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

QuickBooks

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Docs

Job description

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Texas Forest Trail Region is a non-profit organization based in Nacogdoches, serving as the East Texas division of the Texas Heritage Trails Program (THTP) of the Texas Historical Commission. The THTP was established in 1968 to promote scenic driving routes and increase tourism in Texas. The Forest Region aims to encourage historic preservation, promote tourism, educate stakeholders, and support community and economic development across a 35-county area of East Texas. Key responsibilities include fundraising, teaching, public speaking, persuasive writing, accounting, business management, traveling, and marketing development.

QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with non-profits and experience working with volunteers and community organizations
• Historic preservation experience and knowledge of East Texas and Texas history
• Understanding of the travel industry and heritage tourism
• Proven skills in writing, advertising, marketing, and design with a portfolio of work

PREFERRED SKILLS & APTITUDES

• Ability to produce clear, concise, engaging, and grammatically correct content
• Marketing expertise with a track record of creating effective promotional materials
• Exceptional public speaking skills for engaging presentations
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively or independently
• Self-motivated, results-oriented strategic thinker with problem-solving skills
• Customer service orientation, persistence, and multitasking abilities
• Quick learner, adaptable to changing media trends and technical tools

PREFFERED TECHNICAL ABILITIES

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Google Docs, and Dropbox
• Experience with CMS web systems or web design
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, Pinterest, YouTube)
• General digital media and technology skills

LOCATION

This position is remote, with an office in Nacogdoches, TX. The selected candidate must reside within or relocate to the 35-county region before starting.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary starts at $50,000 plus benefits, depending on experience. Benefits include an annual health insurance stipend of $5,400, a monthly cell phone stipend of $40, paid time off, federal holidays, and travel/mileage reimbursement (own transportation required).

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply online at www.texasforesttrail.com/careers. Applications are accepted until August 11th, 2025, or until the position is filled. Resumes submitted by mail or email are not accepted. For questions, email [e-mail].

QUESTIONS

For more information about the Texas Forest Trail, visit www.texasForesttrail.com. For inquiries about the THTP, contact Teresa Caldwell at [phone] or [e-mail].