Regional Director

Junior Achievement • Sparks, NV

14d • $80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Regional Director is a senior leadership position responsible for the strategy, growth, quality, and sustainability of Junior Achievement programs and community engagement within an assigned region of Nevada. The role provides leadership and oversight for program implementation, volunteer and school engagement, staff development, regional board management, and community partnerships, ensuring high-quality JA programs align with regional priorities and the statewide strategic plan.

The Regional Director leads execution of Junior Achievement’s mission and is accountable for regional performance goals. Working closely with the President & CEO and statewide leadership, the Director implements statewide strategy at the regional level and provides input to inform broader organizational strategy. The role serves as the primary liaison to the regional board and a key spokesperson for Junior Achievement in the region.

The position leads program planning and expansion, regional strategy and performance measurement, board relations, community partnerships, volunteer and education program delivery, staff development, marketing and communications support, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. It requires regular travel throughout the assigned Nevada region, reliable transportation and current insurance, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, education, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in education, nonprofit, or program management.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff, volunteers, and programs.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience managing budgets and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned region.
• Reliable transportation and current insurance.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Passion for Junior Achievement’s mission.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship and reside in the United States at hire and throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree.
• Experience working with boards, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Experience with CRM/database systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, and expansion of Junior Achievement programs within the assigned Nevada region.
• Develop and execute a regional strategic plan aligned with statewide strategic priorities and local community needs.
• Establish regional goals, benchmarks, and performance metrics supporting statewide organizational targets.
• Ensure programs follow JA program models and meet quality, reporting, and compliance standards.
• Monitor regional performance and provide reports, analysis, and recommendations to the President & CEO.
• Develop and manage regional budgets, forecasts, and operational plans.
• Serve as primary staff liaison to the regional board of directors and its committees.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and stewardship of regional board members.
• Guide the regional board in support of Junior Achievement’s mission and strategic priorities, and implement statewide board direction within the region.
• Partner with regional board members on fundraising, volunteer development, and community engagement.
• Prepare and present reports on regional progress, program outcomes, and strategic initiatives.
• Represent Junior Achievement externally and develop relationships with school districts, educators, corporate partners, volunteers, and community leaders.
• Lead regional volunteer recruitment, retention, recognition, training, and support.
• Identify and support regional funding and partnership opportunities in collaboration with development leadership.
• Represent Junior Achievement at regional events, meetings, and public engagements.
• Oversee implementation of education programs across regional schools and districts and lead expansion into new schools and communities.
• Maintain accurate program, volunteer, and student data and ensure timely reporting.
• Support implementation of capstone and experiential learning programs within the region.
• Lead, manage, and develop regional program and education staff; establish expectations and provide coaching, mentorship, and evaluation.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing, mission-driven regional team culture and ensure staff have appropriate training and resources.
• Implement organizational policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams on regional marketing, communications, public relations, and consistent brand messaging.
• Meet reporting requirements for JA USA, statewide leadership, grants, and partners; support grant-funded initiatives and effective use of systems and technology.

Benefits

• HPN medical coverage with the employee premium fully paid by Junior Achievement of Nevada.
• Dental coverage with a $14 co-pay.
• Vision coverage with a $2 co-pay.
• Employer-provided life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match of up to 5% following one year of employment.
• 9 paid holidays annually.
• Paid winter holiday office closure beginning Christmas Eve through the end of December.
• 2 paid personal days annually.
• 7 paid sick days annually.
• Vacation accrues at 10 hours per month.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior