Executive Director, North Carolina

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org  and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA POSITION TITLE: Executive Director, North Carolina What Success Looks Like $3–5M raised annually through a diversified portfolio of workforce and education foundations, public funding, corporate partners, and major donors, with a strong multi-year pipeline. Per Scholas is recognized as a leading workforce partner in North Carolina , with the Executive Director serving as a visible, trusted voice among funders, employers, and public leaders. A clear regional strategy is created and executed, strengthening employer partnerships, advancing equity, and driving strong job attainment outcomes. Managing Directors are aligned, empowered, and accountable, resulting in consistent campus performance and a high-quality learner experience. Regional goals for enrollment, completion, job placement, funder satisfaction, and financial sustainability are met or exceeded through disciplined execution and data-driven leadership. LOCATION:  Charlotte; Raleigh (in 2027)   REPORTS TO:  Senior Vice President, Eastern Region Position Overview The Executive Director (ED), North Carolina is a regional leader responsible for advancing Per Scholas’ mission, growth, and sustainability across one of its most strategic markets, serving 1,000+ adult learners annually by 2030 in North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, and rural Western/Eastern NC) . With a campus presently based in the Charlotte metro area, and an active footprint throughout Western North Carolina, this role is externally focused and fundraising-led , with accountability for securing $3–5 million annually from a diversified portfolio of workforce foundations, public funding, corporate partners, and major donors . As the senior executive and public face of Per Scholas in the region, the ED will cultivate high-level relationships across the workforce development ecosystem, including funders, employers, government agencies, and community partners, to drive long-term impact and job attainment outcomes. Internally, the ED provides executive oversight of regional operations, ensuring strong alignment across campuses while partnering with Managing Directors, National Teams, and the Regional Senior Vice President to deliver excellence in training, performance, and learner success. This role requires an executive leader with the stature, confidence, and strategic influence to lead in a complex, high-visibility market, supported by deep regional workforce and funder expertise and a proven track record of leading complex teams and securing significant, sustainable funding. Key Responsibilities Fundraising, External Relations & Strategic Growth (70%) Fundraising Leadership Lead regional fundraising efforts with direct accountability for securing $3–5 million annually , including workforce and education foundations, major individual gifts, corporate partnerships, public funding, and competitive grants . Serve as the senior regional fundraising leader, partnering closely with the National Development team on prospect strategy, proposal development, stewardship, and impact reporting . Develop and execute a multi-year regional growth and revenue strategy that expands Per Scholas’ impact throughout North Carolina through diversified, sustainable funding streams. External Engagement & Representation Serve as the senior external representative for Per Scholas in North Carolina elevating the organization’s visibility and influence through public speaking, media engagement, thought leadership, and participation in key civic and industry forums . Build, steward, and expand high-value relationships with philanthropic leaders, employers, policymakers, and community partners across the region. Regional Strategy & Policy Alignment Lead the development and execution of a North Carolina regional strategy , ensuring alignment with Per Scholas’ mission, growth priorities, and evolving workforce policy landscape. Establish and deepen partnerships with workforce boards, government agencies, and industry leaders to drive innovation, equity, and employer-aligned outcomes. Ensure regional compliance with applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and workforce development best practices. Internal Leadership & Campus Oversight (30%) Team Leadership & Collaboration Provide executive oversight and leadership to two Managing Directors , ensuring strong campus performance, operational excellence, and learner success. Build and lead a high-performing regional leadership team that models accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Partner closely with National Teams (e.g., Development, Talent Solutions, Training, Operations) to ensure regional strategies are aligned with enterprise goals and standards. Performance & Accountability Def