Regional Director – Economic Mobility

East Harris County Empowerment Council • Houston, TX

1d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

EHCEC is the regional development anchor for East Harris County. We operate with the speed of a start-up, the discipline of a high-performance organization, and the responsibility of a backbone institution. We do not run disconnected programs. We build systems that move people, institutions, and communities forward. We build systems. We move fast. We measure outcomes, not activity. There is no playbook for this work. You are not stepping into a polished system — you are helping to build it.

Economic mobility in East Harris County is not limited by effort or talent. It is limited by fragmentation. Residents encounter financial education, workforce training, small business support, housing readiness, and digital access as disconnected experiences rather than coordinated pathways. Employers struggle to access aligned talent pipelines. Funders see activity without infrastructure. Without a unifying economic mobility system:

Residents must self-navigate complex and disjointed services
Employers remain disconnected from regional talent pathways
Partners operate in silos
Long-term economic advancement stalls

The Regional Director – Economic Mobility exists to solve this problem. This role designs, builds, and scales the regional economic mobility engine, creating clear pathways, aligning partners and employers, and delivering measurable economic outcomes for residents and the region. This is a systems leadership seat , not a program delivery or subject-matter-expert role.

The Economic Mobility & Ecosystem portfolio you design and lead is expected to scale to $750,000–$1,000,000 annually by Year 3 through the systems, partnerships, and funding strategies you architect.

Requirements

• 7+ years of people and program leadership experience
• Proven track record building and scaling systems (not just running programs)
• Strong project and portfolio management discipline
• Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• Experience managing teams and budgets
• Data fluency and outcome orientation
• Low-ego, team-first leadership style

Responsibilities

• System Design & Strategy Design and launch a 3-year Economic Mobility Framework adopted by leadership within 12 months
• Integrate five pillars including, financial empowerment, workforce pathways, small business development, housing readiness, and digital equity into one cohesive regional system
• Build standardized pathways (not programs) with documented entry points, transitions, and outcomes
• Define shared success metrics, KPIs, and operating definitions across partners
• Develop SOPs, dashboards, and reporting rhythms with live data visibility
• Recommend and implement the optimal mix of direct services vs. partner-led delivery with the Executive Leadership Team
• Execution & Operations Lead a multi-project Economic Mobility portfolio serving at least 1,000 residents annually
• Manage staff with clarity, coaching, and accountability while maintaining strong retention
• Use project management tools (Monday.com, HubSpot) to ensure 100% of projects are tracked, owned, and progressing
• Maintain a weekly execution cadence that drives pace and follow-through
• Ensure projects are completed on time, on scope, and tied to outcomes
• Partnerships & Ecosystem Leadership Build and steward relationships with employers, banks, CDFIs, incubators, workforce intermediaries, and community partners
• Maintain at least 20 active ecosystem partners, including 10 engaged employers
• Convene partners and working groups around shared outcomes and talent pathways
• Formalize collaboration through MOUs and shared accountability structures
• Broker solutions across partners to close system gaps and reduce duplication
• Data & Impact Build measurement systems that track participation, progression, and outcomes
• Maintain ≥ 90% data completeness across systems
• Publish quarterly dashboards and impact reports on time for leadership and funders
• Use data to drive continuous improvement—not to justify activity
• Culture & Leadership Model EHCEC’s Builder mindset: pace, ownership, mission, and performance
• Coach and develop team members through regular check-ins and performance feedback
• Share credit, own mistakes, and reinforce a low-ego, team-first culture
• Maintain strong morale while operating under high accountability standards

Benefits

• Competitive Salary – We recognize and reward talent.
• Comprehensive Benefits – 100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous PTO – 30 days plus 6 health and wellness days of paid time off annually.
• 401(k) Match – We match dollar-for-dollar up to 5%.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for mental health, financial counseling, and personal wellness.
• Employee Snack Bar – Complimentary snacks and refreshments to keep you energized throughout the day.
• Career Advancement Opportunities – Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and leadership training to support your growth.
• True Team Atmosphere – A culture built on collaboration, inclusivity, and shared success.
• Team Culture – Annual retreats, quarterly team-building events, and a commitment to work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed