At Ascend we seek team members driven to improve, learn from others and teach one another. Together we can empower women, fight poverty and impact generations.

Core Values Our Pledge to One Another

Be Excellent.

We strive to be the best at what we do. We value creativity and innovative solutions. We expect, accept and create transformational change in our pursuit for excellence.

Be Connected.

Our strength comes from our relationships with each other, our members, volunteers and community. As an agency, we seek partnerships that make us stronger. As a team, we support each other, value our differences and work together to address challenges.

Bring Your Best Self.

We work hard, move fast and value a positive, fun spirit. We support a happy, healthy team by creating an environment that allows everyone to be their best.

Keep Promises.

We set big goals and have high expectations. We expect to deliver on our promises as our members and stakeholders depend on us to do what we say. We earn trust through honesty, meeting our commitments and being accountable for our work.

Create Leaders.

Together, we are capable of great things. To us, leadership means empowering others. Everyone leads.

Keep Growing.

We want the best team members who continuously seek to improve, learn from others and teach one another. We evaluate our work often, share our results and course correct when needed.

Executive Assistant to the CEO

The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Chief Executive Officer provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the CEO. This role is critical to the effective operation of the CEO’s office and serves as a key liaison to the Board of Directors, senior leadership, donors, and community stakeholders. The EA manages day-to-day operations, leads special projects, and ensures proactive communication and follow-through in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will exhibit professionalism, sound judgment, and strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, while maintaining a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

Interested candidates should download and complete the application. Email the application along with a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@ascenddallas.org. Click here to view the full job requirements and responsibilities.

Career Coach

The Career Coach plays a vital role in guiding clients through their career development journey. This position works one-on-one with individuals to help them build the skills needed to succeed in the workplace, advance in their current roles, or transition into new opportunities that lead to sustainable careers with living wages and benefits. Candidates must have a strong background in workforce development, career advancement, or human resources, as this expertise is essential for providing clients with the tools, strategies, and confidence they need to achieve their goals. The Career Coach will assist clients with job search techniques, resume development, and employment readiness while also supporting them in navigating career pathways and long-term growth. Candidates should be comfortable delivering services virtually using platforms like Microsoft Teams, with the flexibility to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and travel locally.

Interested candidates should download and complete the application. Email the application along with a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@ascenddallas.org. Click here to view the full job requirements and responsibilities.

Development Manager

The Development Manager is a key leadership position accountable for identifying, cultivating, and securing development prospects to support the revenue goals established by the Chief Development Officer and Chief Executive Officer. This role involves building and managing relationships with corporate partners, foundations, and individual donors to advance the mission of the organization. Additionally, the Development Manager will play a critical role in planning and executing donor-related events and supporting the overall development team.

Interested candidates should download and complete the application. Email the application along with a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@ascenddallas.org. Click here to view the full job requirements and responsibilities.

Financial and Career Coach

The Financial and Career Coach plays a dual role in supporting clients to achieve long-term economic stability by improving their financial wellness and advancing their careers. This position provides one-on-one coaching and group workshops at the Ascend Dallas and partner locations, helping individuals build financial capability, develop workforce skills, and access living-wage employment opportunities. The ideal candidate is mission-driven, adaptable, and passionate about empowering individuals to reach their goals. Coaches are trained in nationally recognized methodologies and are expected to offer services in person and virtually. Evening and weekend hours may be required. Local travel is expected.

Interested candidates should download and complete the application. Email the application along with a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@ascenddallas.org. Click here to view the full job requirements and responsibilities.

Email: jobs@ascenddallas.org | Mail: 4201 Spring Valley Road, Suite 1400, Dallas, TX 75244 | Fax: 214.584.2304