The Alabama Association of School Boards is seeking an energetic, team-oriented leader to oversee its school board member training and several member services programs. This executive-level position is responsible for developing and delivering educational programs as well as managing department staff and consultants. The position also is responsible for managing executive searches and evaluation services, grant programs and strategic planning. Candidates should possess a minimum of a college degree and 10 years’ experience in public education, corporate or non-profit board training or association work. Work with local school boards highly desirable. Candidates should be comfortable making engaging public presentations and be willing to travel throughout the state. Some evening and weekend work expected. Compensation based on experience, including annual performance incentives, health insurance, state retirement plan, 1 sick leave day monthly, 20 paid holidays and a minimum of two weeks’ vacation.

AASB is looking to fill this position ASAP though it will remain posted until filled. Anticipated start date is early June. 

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college required, masters degree preferred
• Experience in preparing and delivering written and spoken presentations
• Experience in or around public education, corporate or non-profit board training or associations is desirable
• A working knowledge of standard computer software and technology

Supervision:

The Director of Leadership Development will report to the Executive Director.

Compensation:

Salary range from $100,000/annually. Commensurate with experience. Pay is negotiable based on the successful candidate's experience and proven track record of success. Generous leave and benefits package, including participation in the Teachers Retirement System, PEEHIP, paid sick and vacation leave.

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of a school board member training program
• Develop and deliver engaging trainings
• Direct executive search and evaluation services
• Manage grant programs
• Manage such member services as strategic planning and poverty simulations
• Manage two employees and variety of consultants
• Help plan conference/event programming
• Participate in executive-level planning for the association

Expectations:

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively to racially, socially, educationally and politically diverse groups and individuals
• Ability to work as a team
• Strong writing and speaking skills
• Some in-state travel and some overnight travel required
• Position is full-time and not remote
• Office is located in Montgomery, Alabama

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Setting:

• In person

About AASB

Since 1949, the Alabama Association of School Boards has served education leaders and the interests of local decision making in public education. AASB assists locals school board members in many areas, including governance, finance, legal, legislative advocacy, policymaking, evaluations, training and search services.

AASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, color, disability, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by law.