Summary of Position

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, synonymously the Respect Life Director for the Diocese of Dallas, is the keeper of the culture of the Catholic Pro-Life Committee. The Executive Director provides direction and leadership to the Committee; is chiefly responsible for achieving the Mission and financial obligations in complete compliance with Church and civil requirements; ensures the quality, timely, accurate, and professional presentation of all materials and reports; assists the Board in fulfilling its role as a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Board of Directors; and is the senior representative of the CPLC to the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supports the Board’s effective execution of its role through timely and effective communication of issues affecting operations, achievement of objectives, public relations, staff, and volunteers
Liaises with the Bishop for his guidance and cooperation with issues and events requiring his attention
Recommends the Mission of the CPLC for Board approval and assists the Board in facilitating development of a strategic plan to achieve the Mission
Recommends annual budget for Board approval and prudently manages the organization’s resources within those budget guidelines according to current laws and regulations
Oversees the design, marketing, promotion, delivery, and quality of programs and services
Supervises his/her direct reports in their management of the staff and volunteers of the organization for the mutual benefit of the CPLC, the staff, volunteers, donors, and supporters in conformity with ecclesial and civil regulations
Collaborates with Directors of Operations, Communications, Development, and Multicultural Ministries to ensure the organization and its Mission, programs, services, and materials consistently present a clear, persuasive, effective, and positive image
Keeps abreast of legislative, scientific, medical, cultural and Church developments that bear on the Mission
Represents in a clear, persuasive, effective, and positive way the organization’s Mission, programs, and achievements to media, organizations, businesses, and groups as appropriate
Represents the organization to and liaises with local, state, national, and international Church and pro-life groups in good standing
Functions as a liaison to clergy and parishes, as needed
Assists the Development Department in seeking out funding and supporting fundraising projects that will impact ministry budgets
Assists the Communications Department in monthly reporting of ministry activities and highlighting them to the Catholic community
Represents the mission and ministries of the CPLC to other ministry partners, organizations, and dioceses, as appropriate

Key Qualifications

Acceptance of the magisterial teachings of the Catholic Church with detailed understanding of the teachings on the life issues
Ability and desire to support the Mission of the Catholic Pro-Life Committee and the Church
Active membership in a Catholic parish/faith community in good standing with the Church
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
Prior management experience
University degree in business administration or equivalent experience
Sensitivity to the attitudes of diverse groups as they pertain to the broad spectrum of life issues
Understanding of and compliance with the Diocese’s Safe Environment Program

Other Skills and experience

Ability to function in and manage an organization of work-from-home managers and subordinates
Facilitate with current modes of electronic research and communication
Prior experience in pro-life ministry preferred

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All representatives of the Catholic Pro-Life Committee may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

How to apply

Submit resumes to Board Member and Interim Executive Director Roger Scott at rscott@prolifedallas.org.