Executive Director

Rhode Island Bar Assn.; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 100.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A non-profit organization in East Texas seeks an Executive Director to lead operations and engage stakeholders. The role involves developing partnerships, fundraising, and representing the organization at events. The ideal candidate must have a background in tourism, marketing, or preservation, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary starting at $50,000 plus benefits offered.

Leistungen

Annual health insurance stipend

Monthly cell phone stipend

Paid time off

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years in tourism, history, preservation, marketing, or related fields.
• Proven success in fundraising and partnership development.
• Experience with social media marketing.

Aufgaben

• Lead the organization, managing operations, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop partnerships, advocacy, marketing, and fundraising.
• Represent the region at various events.

Kenntnisse

Writing skills

Marketing expertise

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Docs

Jobbeschreibung

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 trails across Texas, encouraging tourism and historic preservation. The Forest Region aims to promote tourism, educate stakeholders, support community and economic development within a 35-county area of East Texas, and engage in fundraising, public speaking, marketing, and community outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with non-profits, 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

PREFERRED SKILLS & APTITUDES

• Ability to write clear, engaging, and grammatically correct content
• Marketing expertise with a record of creating effective promotional materials
• Exceptional public speaking skills for engaging presentations
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills for collaborative or independent work
• Self-motivated, strategic thinker, problem solver
• Customer service orientation, persistence, multitasking ability
• Quick learner, adaptable to changing media trends and tools

PREFFERED TECHNICAL ABILITIES

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

LOCATION

Remote position with an office in Nacogdoches, TX. Candidates must reside within or relocate to the 35-county East Texas region prior to employment.

SALARY

Starting at $50,000 plus benefits, dependent on experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS

• Annual health insurance stipend: $5,400
• Monthly cell phone stipend: $40
• Paid time off, holidays
• Travel and mileage reimbursement (own transportation required)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply online at www.texasforesttrail.com/careers. Applications accepted until August 11th, 2025, or until filled. Resumes via mail or email are not accepted. Questions can be emailed to [e-mail].

QUESTIONS

Visit www.texasForesttrail.com for more info. For questions, contact Teresa Caldwell at [phone] or [e-mail].

PROGRAM HISTORY

The Texas Heritage Trails Program, initiated in 1968, highlights Texas' diverse history and landscapes through scenic routes. The program was revitalized in 1997 by the Texas Historical Commission to foster economic development via heritage tourism and historic preservation, creating ten regional trail areas.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The Texas Forest Trail Region is part of the statewide THTP managed by the Texas Historical Commission. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit governed by a volunteer board and an executive director, focusing on regional preservation and cultural tourism. The organization relies on state funding and sustainable local funding.

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Director leads the organization, managing operations, communications, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves developing partnerships, advocacy, marketing, fundraising, and representing the region at various events. The position requires a dynamic leader who can serve as a regional ambassador and strategic planner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage administration, budgets, and accounting
• Prepare reports for THC and funding agencies
• Assist in strategic planning and fundraising efforts
• Coordinate meetings, events, and activities
• Build relationships with stakeholders and media
• Develop marketing and promotional materials
• Represent the region at events and in media

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES

• Minimum 2 years in tourism, history, preservation, marketing, or related fields
• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years relevant experience
• Proven success in fundraising and partnership development
• Experience with social media marketing
• Business administration skills with financial acumen
• Ability to travel statewide and work outside normal hours as needed