Job Description

President/CEO of the Clay Education Foundation

Job Locator: S-1.1.37

Position Grade: Coordinator I

Evaluated By: Superintendent of Schools and Foundation Board of Directors

Job Description:

The President/CEO of the Clay Education Foundation is responsible for leadership and management of the Clay County District Schools’ direct-support organization, a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization comprised of community, business, and education leaders in partnership with our school system whose mission has been investing in the future of Clay County’s public schools. The President/CEO communicates and drives the Clay County District Schools’ vision to the community and provides leadership to the Education Foundation and district staff in formulating goals aligned to district and Foundation benchmarks. He/she leads with action and initiative, and defines, articulates, and responds to the ever-changing philanthropic and education environments. The President/CEO must provides leadership in developing financial resources, strategic planning, and maintaining relationships with Clay County District Schools’ constituents. The President/CEO will sit on the Superintendent’s Cabinet, helping to shape and align initiatives that benefit the district and community.

Responsibilities and duties of this position include:

1. Manages the Education Foundation’s operations and employees and interns under the direction of the full board of directors; day-to-day activities are the responsibility of the President/CEO, such as supervising the hiring, firing, and evaluation of all staff and interns, and directing staff and interns in the assignment and performance of duties.
2. Ensures that the Foundation adheres to all local, state, and federal guidelines. Reports to the Board on the progress towards organizational objectives, new state policies, directives and legislation, and other issues of concern to the Board.
3. Establish and implement policies and procedures in support of the objectives of the organization at the direction of the Board of Directors.
4. Works in collaboration with the Board of Directors of the Clay Education Foundation and Clay County School District Superintendent and Cabinet members, to develop short and long range strategic planning, fundraising goals, and program development plans for the Clay Education Foundation.
5. Represents the organization as its President/CEO in dealings with school district personnel, other organizations, individuals, and the general public.
6. Act as the primary liaison between the Foundation Board of Directors, the Clay County School District, community and business leaders, and the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations.
7. Remain current on changes affecting the education and professional fund-raising community by visiting other nonprofits and education foundations and attending pertinent workshops, conferences and meetings.
8. Prepare and manage all programs and events within the annual operating budget approved by the Board of Directors.
9. Develop, maintain, and support a strong board of directors and board committees; serve as ex-officio of each committee, seek and build board and committee involvement with strategic direction for ongoing local and state operations.
10. Manage and monitor the business and financial operations of the Foundation, ensuring fiscal accountability and compliance with Foundation, School Board, local, state, and federal policies,such as all revenues and expenditures generated by the Foundation, including monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, timely grant documentation, and annual audit/990 procedures.
11. Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate all programs and events such as the Teacher of the Year, Support-Related Employee of the Year, Business Partner of the Year, Foundation classroom grants, free school supply store, STEM programming, literacy initiatives, scholarships, etc., to enhance the image of the Foundation and school district through cooperative ventures with the business community. Perform other duties as requested by the Superintendent of Clay County Schools.
12. Develops a comprehensive fundraising program strategy, including, but not limited to, annual fundraising events, planned giving, endowments, annual campaign, individual giving, and direct mail paying special attention to restricted versus unrestricted dollar donations; identify and cultivate key donors through donor stewardship, manage donor database., and development plan.
13. Develop and implement effective marketing, communications, and public relations plans - from web presence to internal and external relations - with the goal of creating a stronger brand for the Foundation.
14. Ensure the availability of information to promote the Clay Education Foundation by preparing necessary reports, articles, publications, new releases, and other material as needed by the Board of Directors, School Board, committees, funders and the community.
15. Research and apply for appropriate federal, state, and local grants. Serve as the primary non-for-profit in all federal, state, and local grants the School District shall desire if the district should need a 501(c)3 organization.
16. Oversee the growth and management of a solid volunteer base for the needs of the Foundation.
17. Works with District staff, principals, and teachers to grow awareness of current Foundation programs and identify high priority initiatives of the District.
18. Establish monitoring mechanisms to ensure program(s), fundraising, and special event effectiveness and the achievement of Foundation goals.
19. Reports to the Foundation Board and School Board on the progress towards organizational objectives, new state policies, directives and legislation, and other issues of concern to the Boards.
20. Lead and execute the ongoing creation and evaluation of the organization’s strategic, communications, and development plans. Ensure all programs and events align with the mission and vision of the organization as determined by the Board of Directors.
21. Collaborates with legal counsel and other professional service providers like CPAs and bookkeepers on issues pertaining to Foundation.
22. Evaluate and execute all contracts for the Foundation.
23. Maintains confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and information.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Non-profit Management, Public Administration, Public Relations, or related field; or related experience commensurate to the responsibilities of the position.
2. Knowledge of Florida Statutes and policies relative to a nonprofit organization.
3. Skilled in grant writing.
4. Strong writing and oral skills.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree in Business, Non-profit Management, Public Administration, Public Relations, or a related field.
2. Experience in fundraising and management of a nonprofit organization.

*Please mention you saw this ad on AcademicJobs.*

Apply Now