Executive Director

Oversight of all administrative and direct service components of TFC and represents TFC in the community

The Friendship Center is the #1 community resource for addressing and preventing domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in Lewis and Clark, Broadwater and Jefferson Counties. We serve clients of all genders and backgrounds through free and confidential services including shelter, advocacy, education and outreach. Our mission is to be a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, cultivating a community where everyone can flourish.

We do our work so that every person in the tri-county area can thrive in safe and healthy relationships. To learn more, visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Summary: Oversight of all administrative and direct service components of TFC and represents TFC in the community
Supervisor: The Friendship Center Board of Directors
Pay Range: $100,000-$120,000 salaried position depending on experience, plus benefits. Employees are eligible for life insurance, retirement with 6% employer contribution after one year of employment, vacation, and sick/wellness leave. Employees who work more than 30 hours are eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance.
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to  .

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and execute TFC mission and vision
• Ensure high quality services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking
• Oversee the operation of 13-bed shelter facility, non-residential client services, rental assistance program, and education program
• Coordinate with Operations Director to ensure agency programming meets the needs of clients and the community, and is aligned with trauma-informed best practices
• Hire, mentor and supervise TFC personnel and professional staff
• Support staff by providing client services and serving on 24/7 crisis line when needed.

• Create public awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking
• Inspire community members to support and partner with The Friendship Center
• Collaborate with other community agencies
• Coordinate with Development staff to cultivate donor relationships, support event planning and other fundraising

• Coordinate with Development Director to design and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes city, county, state and federal grants, private foundations and trusts, private individuals, business, churches and civic groups
• Coordination with Development, Finance, and Operation Directors to prepare, administer and monitor budgets
• Manage grants and ensure alignment with mission, capacity and programming
• Coordinate with Finance Director to maintain financial records
• Oversee management of all contracts
• Meet all agency legal obligations

The duties describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position, but are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All TFC positions may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities.

• Proven track record of leadership skills and ability to partner with community leaders and agencies
• Familiar with dynamics of domestic and sexual violence
• Minimum three (3) years successful fundraising and budgeting experience
• Strong public speaking abilities, including the ability to communicate effectively with press
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to listen well
• Extensive administrative and supervisory experience
• Experience with trauma informed models of client care and supporting a workplace culture that appropriately addresses secondary trauma among staff
• Ability to problem-solve, manage time and work independently under pressure
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and privacy
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor and image
• Ability to balance emotional and physical needs with work demand through personal and effective forms of self-care
• Must be able to perform physical labor as needed for events
• Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and automobile liability insurance