As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to

helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross

networks, throughout the world. We depend on the many generous contributions of time, blood, and

money from the American public to support our lifesaving services and programs. If you share our

passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity.

Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director (ED) serves as the Meta

Leader for the Chapter, leading the strategy for mission delivery within the chapter’s jurisdiction. The

ED is supported by the chapter leadership team, community volunteer leaders, colleagues from the

regional leadership team, and the chapter board. This role is a high-visibility, public-facing position

responsible for strengthening community partnerships, mobilizing resources, and ensuring the

effective delivery of the American Red Cross mission at the local level. The ED is also a member of the

Regional Leadership Team.

This position will work in our Kerrville office three days a week.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related

experience required. Preferred experience in the ability to build sustain community

relationships/partnerships and in influencing others and building relationships preferred.

• Ability to work on a team.

*Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the

total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined.

What will give you the competitive edge:

• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.

• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with local community members and organizations

• Deep understanding of local issues, cultures and demographics

• Track record in influencing Governmental stakeholders.

How to apply: The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s

professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits,

and a collaborative team spirit environment.

To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply, search for

requisition RC785518 or select the following link:

https://americanredcross.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-

US/American_Red_Cross_Careers/details/Executive-Director_RC85518?q=EXECUTIVE+DIRECTOR

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability,

protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.