Executive Director | Texas Humane Legislation Network; THLN and Texas Humane Network

• Brainstorm and create a short-list of priority legislation for the biennial legislative agenda, in conjunction with lobbyist(s), the Legislative Director and Board Legislative Committee.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and face of THLN at conferences and conventions.
• Meet with stakeholders to discuss potential partnerships and THLN’s vision for the next legislative session.
• Manage and coordinate with contract lobbyist(s) to track bills, testify at hearings, and influence policy.
• Maintain bipartisan relationships with lawmakers, staffers, and state agencies.

• Strategize on the best methods to ensure Texas animal laws are followed throughout the state
• In conjunction with the Program Director, brainstorm and create lists of statewide law enforcement, animal control, prosecutor, judiciary, veterinarian, and other trainings
• Meet with stakeholders to discuss potential partnerships and Texas Humane Network’s vision for enforcing existing laws
• Develop tools for evaluating the results of training and educational endeavors
• Oversee preparation of educational materials, including the Animal Cruelty Handbook and animal law inserts for law enforcement notebooks, etc.

• In partnership with the Board, begin to develop long-range strategic plans to advance animal welfare in Texas.
• Provide regular reporting to the Board on organizational health, legislative progress, training results, and financial status.
• Ensure the Organizations operate in strict compliance with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) regulations regarding lobbying and political activity.

• Diversify and grow revenue streams, including major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsor ships.
• Oversee the planning and execution of signature fundraising events.
• Cultivate a donor stewardship program to increase long-term sustainability.
• In conjunction with the Board, hire a part-time Development Director to assist with the above tasks.

• Oversee digital marketing, social media, and PR strategies to raise awareness of animal cruelty issues and THLN’s activities.
• Cultivate THLN’s statewide grassroots army for Action Alerts during critical legislative sessions.
• Represent THLN in media interviews, town halls, and animal welfare conferences.

The ED provides direct supervision and mentorship to professional staff. The ED is responsible for fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture that prevents burnout and maximizes the unique strengths of each role.

• Legislative Director (THLN): Partner with this role to translate policy goals into bill language and navigate the complexities of the Texas Capitol.
• Program Director (Texas Humane Network): Partner with this role to identify and schedule training opportunities for law enforcement, animal control, prosecutor, judiciary, veterinarian, and other trainings to ensure proper enforcement of animal laws statewide.
• Development Director: With Board approval, create and disseminate a job description for this role and conduct interviews. When the individual is hired, partner with this role to develop strategies for donor engagement, stewardship, and development, as…