Executive Director

Pace Center for Girls · Lecanto, FL · 1 mo ago

On-siteBusiness Development$110k–$117k/yrFull-time

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing vision, leadership, and management of resources to ensure the mission of Pace is accomplished in the local community.

About the role

At Pace, our culture is built on core beliefs that foster a supportive, mission-driven, and empowering environment where girls can thrive and reach their full potential. Our culture is rooted in the following foundational behaviors:

Caring – We are warm, sincere, compassionate, and collaborative, fostering an environment of support and connection.
Purposeful – We are focused on our mission and committed to social responsibility, ensuring our efforts make a meaningful impact.
Learning Oriented – We are open, inventive, and exploratory, continuously seeking growth and improvement.
Results Driven – We are focused on achieving goals and measurable success, ensuring accountability and progress.
Girl-Centered – The ways that girls learn and develop are unique. That's why we've created an environment that responds to their needs so they can feel safe enough to develop meaningful and trusting relationships while embracing their capabilities, strengths and autonomy.
Using Your Strengths – Every girl brings something exceptional to the table. At Pace, we focus on developing these special characteristics. By supporting a girl's talents and positive attributes we help her achieve her goals.
Understanding Trauma – Trauma can alter the course of a girl's life. At Pace, we recognize that trauma may be the root cause of unhealthy behaviors, which is why we work hard to help heal and empower girls.

Who We Are

Founded in 1985, Pace Center for Girls is a nonprofit organization that believes all girls, regardless of their story, deserve a safe and supportive space where they can become strong, compassionate and successful women.

What We Offer

Growth and Development - Competitive salaries, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and subject-specific instructional coaching to support growth and success.
Work Life Balance – Team members benefit from 20 paid time off days, 14 paid national holidays, and an additional 5 days for wellness week.
Comprehensive Benefits - Full-time team members are eligible for a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, critical illness, accident coverage, legal and identity theft protection, and a 403(b)-retirement plan.
Mental Health and Well-Being - All team members have access to wellness resources, offering wellness rewards, counseling sessions, leadership coaching, mindfulness resources, and more to support their overall well-being.

What This Role Does

Leadership and Advocacy
Human Resources
Finance
Development
Program
Governance and Boards

What We Require for the Job

Required Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University with a major in Social Services, Education, Non-Profit Management, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 7-10 years of experience managing multiple programs in a non-profit organization; child serving organization preferred.
Must be proficient in office applications such as Word, Excel, etc.; must be capable of compiling data and reports.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills; will be required to represent Pace at certain speaking engagements.
Demonstrated experience working with Boards and Governance where team building, and problem-solving skills are utilized to maintain Board stability.
Demonstrated success in development and grant-writing.
Experience handling complex financials and fiscal responsibility.
Current Florida driver’s license.

Additional Information

Must be capable of overseeing students both visually and audibly to ensure their safety and well-being. Expected to complete and participate in all required trainings and drills. Required to align with the Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles, maintain ethical standards, and comply with all policies and procedures of Pace Center for Girls. This position requires a Level II pre-employment background screening pursuant to Chapters 435, 984, 985 and 943, Florida Statutes, and the Department of Juvenile Justice policy and procedures. Additional information is available through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.