Per Scholas · 4 hours ago
Executive Director
Bronx, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expPer Scholas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity through tech training. The Executive Director will oversee the New York and Newark campuses, focusing on fundraising, external engagement, and strategic growth to enhance the organization’s impact in the region.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead regional fundraising efforts to secure multi-million-dollar support annually, including philanthropic gifts, corporate sponsorships, major gifts, public funding, and grants
Partner with the National Development team on prospect strategy, proposal development, stewardship, and impact reporting
Develop a multi-year growth strategy to scale Per Scholas’ impact in New York and Newark, supported by diversified and sustainable revenue streams
Serve as the primary spokesperson for Per Scholas in New York and Newark, strengthening brand visibility and thought leadership through public speaking, media, panels, and conferences
Build and steward high-impact relationships with donors, employers, policymakers, and community leaders across both cities and the broader region
Expand and lead a regional board composed of business, civic, and philanthropic leaders to elevate influence and investment
Lead the development of a New York–Newark regional strategy, ensuring alignment with Per Scholas’ mission and compliance with local/state workforce policies
Establish partnerships with industry, workforce boards, and government entities to drive innovation and workforce equity
Monitor and support adherence to applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and workforce development best practices
Supervise and support two Managing Directors who oversee day-to-day operations, faculty, and learner success initiatives
Build a high-performing, mission-aligned leadership team that fosters accountability, inclusion, and a culture of continuous improvement
Partner closely with national leaders (e.g., Talent Solutions, Training, Operations) to ensure local strategies align with organizational goals
Define and monitor KPIs for campus success, including learner enrollment, graduation, job attainment, funder satisfaction, and employer partnerships
Use data and stakeholder feedback to drive strategic improvements and ensure program effectiveness
Ensure financial sustainability through effective budget management and alignment with revenue growth strategies
Qualification
Required
10+ years of senior leadership experience in fundraising, external affairs, or strategy, preferably in nonprofit, education, or workforce development sectors
Proven success managing multi-million-dollar fundraising portfolios and cultivating cross-sector partnerships
Experience leading multi-site operations or regional initiatives with strong strategic planning and execution skills
Strong communicator, relationship builder, and ambassador with a passion for advancing economic mobility and racial equity
Preferred
Deep knowledge of New York/New Jersey workforce, economic development, and philanthropic ecosystems highly preferred
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Damon Lucky
Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth L. W.
Executive Vice President, Advisor to the CEO
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