Why Join Hospice of Dubuque?

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a respected, community-centered non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life quality care and support. The Executive Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Hospice of Dubuque while advancing its mission, strengthening community impact, and ensuring long-term organizational success.

The Executive Director leads Hospice of Dubuque team members who are focused on fulfilling the organization’s mission of providing compassionate care for the seriously ill and their loved ones. This special care team is comprised of exceptional individuals—talented and dedicated professionals who inspire respect and admiration among their peers and those they serve. To the patients and their families, the Hospice of Dubuque Team provides comfort and closure during one of life’s most vulnerable times. Working in hospice is more than a career choice; it is a calling. And, although it is emotionally challenging work, ask any of our team members and they will tell you the rewards are endless.

In addition to leading team members, the Executive Director provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the organization’s mission, financial sustainability, operational performance, compliance, community presence, and long-term growth. The Executive Director reports to the Organization’s Board of Directors.

This position serves as the primary liaison among the Board, leadership team, donors, community partners, healthcare organizations, and regulatory agencies while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.

Join us in leading with purpose and making a lasting difference for patients, families, employees, and the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s strategic plan.
• Serve as the primary executive partner to the Board of Directors and support effective governance.
• Provide leadership and accountability for organizational performance, financial stewardship, and mission fulfillment.
• Guide and develop the senior leadership team while fostering a strong organizational culture.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, community leaders, healthcare partners, referral sources, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead fundraising strategy, major donor engagement, and philanthropic growth initiatives.
• Oversee organizational risk management, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Ensure resources are aligned with strategic priorities and organizational sustainability.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, financial oversight, organizational leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working with governing boards and leading through a senior leadership team.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the service area.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, MPA, or related field).
• Executive leadership experience in hospice, healthcare, home health, palliative care, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience with fundraising, donor relations, and community engagement.
• Experience managing organizations with annual operating budgets exceeding $5 million.

Hospice of Dubuque

Our Mission

In 1983, a promise was made to the tri-state area. That year, with a small team of nurses and community volunteers, Hospice of Dubuque began serving the greater Dubuque community. The promise was then and still is now, a mission to provide compassionate care for persons with serious illness and their loved ones. All decisions are guided by this mission.
 

Our Vision

Hospice of Dubuque will advance hospice and palliative care in the tri-states through collaboration, education, stewardship, and dedication to mission-driven care.
 

Hospice Philosophy

Hospice affirms life and recognizes dying as a part of the process of living. Hospice exists to provide support and care for persons in the last phases of an incurable disease so that they may live as fully and comfortably as possible. Hospice neither hastens nor postpones death. Hospice exists in the hope and belief that through appropriate care and the promotion of a caring community sensitive to their needs, clients and families will be helped during the processes of dying and grieving.
 

Our Core Values

Hospice of Dubuque has carried out its sacred covenant with the tri-state community with an unwavering commitment to five core values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Professionalism. These core values represent what Hospice of Dubuque has held dear since its inception and also define how the mission is enacted each day with clients, colleagues, and the community.