Starbrite is a service organization that utilizes equine-assisted services to
spread the love of Christ by empowering youth, adults, and veterans with a
variety of needs and abilities.
The Executive Director is responsible to the Board of Directors for the
overall leadership, vision, strategy, financial stewardship, and
organizational growth of the ministry. The Executive Director ensures
all aspects of the organization align with Starbrite’s Christ-centered
mission while advancing strategic priorities, expanding community
impact, securing resources for long-term sustainability, and providing
executive oversight of programs, staff, and operations in accordance
with PATH Intl. standards and nonprofit best practices.
Core Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership and Vision
· Partner with the Board of Directors to develop, implement, and
evaluate the strategic plan
· Provide leadership to grow Starbrite’s programs and community
visibility
· Identify opportunities for expansion, partnerships, and innovation
2. Fundraising and Resource Development
· Serve as a key leader and ambassador in all fundraising and
resource development efforts
· Cultivate and steward major donors, support grant strategy, lead
funding opportunities, build sponsorships and corporate partnerships,
advance special events, and support capital campaign initiatives
· Work with the Board to engage and equip them in fundraising efforts
· Ensure a diversified funding strategy
3. Financial Oversight and Stewardship
· Oversee financial management in alignment with Board-approved
budgets. Monitor financial performance and guide strategic financial
decisions
· Ensure fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability
· Collaborate with accounting staff or partners for accurate reporting
and compliance
· Participate in and support organizational audits as directed by
the Board of Directors and accounting firm, ensuring timely
cooperation, documentation, and organizational transparency
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4. Board Relations and Governance
· Serve as the organizational representative at Board committee
meetings and provide updates, reports, and leadership support as
requested
· Provide consistent and transparent reporting on financial
performance, strategic progress, program impact, and development
efforts
· Support the Board in governance, planning, strategic direction and
fundraising engagement
5. Community Relations and External Leadership
· Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for Starbrite
· Increase awareness of Starbrite’s mission and impact
· Represent the organization at events, presentations, and public
engagements
6. Organizational Leadership and Culture
· Ensure staff alignment with organizational values and goals
Foster a Christ-centered, mission-driven, and collaborative culture
· Provide direct supervision of 4 to 6 department leaders and staff
as organizational structure and growth require
7. Program and Operational Oversight
· Work with the Directors to provide executive oversight of programs to
ensure high-quality service delivery, alignment with mission and
strategic goals
· Compliance with PATH Intl. standards, accreditation
expectations, and safety practices
· Ensure resources are in place to support program delivery
8. Marketing and Communications Oversight
· Ensure consistent organizational messaging and branding
· Oversee communication strategies supporting fundraising, outreach,
and engagement
· Support storytelling that reflects mission impact and participant
outcomes
9. Compliance and Risk Management
· Ensure compliance with applicable accreditation standards, nonprofit
regulations, reporting requirements, and annual insurance requirement
updates
· Ensure on-site organizational record keeping,.
· Ensure implementation of safety protocols and risk management
practices to protect participants, staff, volunteers, and horses
· Ensure systems are in place and used to track participant progress,
program outcomes, and overall organizational impact
· Maintain organizational integrity and accountability
10. Additional Responsibilities
· Travel as needed for fundraising, partnerships, and outreach
· Develop and maintain working knowledge of PATH Intl.
standards, accreditation requirements, and best practices if not
already competent in these areas
· Attend relevant trainings, conferences, workshops, or
professional development opportunities as availability and
organizational resources allow
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors
Qualifications
Education and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree preferred
· 5+ years of leadership experience in nonprofit management, equine-
assisted services, or a related field
· Demonstrated success in fundraising and organizational leadership
· Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors
preferred
Certifications
· CPR and First Aid certification required
· PATH Intl. certification (CTRI, ESMHL, or similar) preferred but not
required
Skills and Competencies
● Strong leadership, strategic planning, and team development skills
● Financial literacy, budget oversight, and organizational management ability
● Effective communication, public speaking, and relationship-building skills
● Ability to support fundraising efforts, manage multiple priorities, and lead organizational
growth
Personal Qualities
● Commitment to supporting Starbrite’s Christ-centered mission and organizational
values
● Integrity, humility, and servant leadership mindset
● Relational, collaborative, and community-minded approach
● Passion for serving individuals with diverse needs and abilities
Physical Requirements
· Ability to function in an active equine environment
· Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to approximately 50 lbs as
needed
· Comfortable working indoors and outdoors
· Ability to use a computer and standard office systems
· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
this position
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
