District 214 Education Foundation Executive Director at Township High School District 214 in Arlington Heights, IL

Job description

District 214 Education Foundation Executive Director Community Engagement and Outreach Department Department: Central Administration Location: Forest View Educational Center FLSA Status: Exempt Term: Full Year- 260 days Unit Classification: Supervisory Grade Four Wage Classification: Annual Salary ( $92,225- $115,281 ) Supervisor: District 214 Education Foundation Board of Trustees, Board Chair, Director of Community Engagement and Outreach Supervises: District 214 Education Foundation Staff Position Summary The District 214 Education Foundation Executive Director is the executive leader of the Education Foundation to support and further the mission of the Education Foundation. The mission of the Education Foundation is to support innovation, student success, and lifelong learning throughout High School District 214 by generating and distributing financial and other community resources, creating and fostering alumni relationships, and encouraging and promoting new partnerships. The role supports and strengthens District 214 Community Engagement and Outreach in leading fundraising efforts and facilitating community engagement and outreach initiatives for District 214. Please note: the position title is used by District 214 for internal hiring purposes. The Education Foundation will maintain its own titles for Education Foundation positions and assign responsibilities based on organizational needs. Education and/or Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nonprofit management, business administration, finance, communications, education, public administration, fundraising/development, or a related field. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit management or leadership, fundraising development, community engagement, or a related field. Demonstrated experience developing and cultivating funding resources, relationships with donors, community partners, business leaders, and other stakeholders. Experience working with a nonprofit board, governing board, or volunteer leadership organization preferred. Demonstrated experience in all aspects of fundraising strategy including marketing and branding, donor cultivation and stewardship, grant development and management, special events, and philanthropic initiatives. Experience managing budgets, financial processes, programs, staff, volunteers, and organizational operations in, or related to, a school district or other educational setting. Essential Functions Sets the strategic planning, vision, and direction of the District 214 Education Foundation, as governed by the Education Foundation Board of Trustees and through collaborative partnership with District 214, shapes, implements, and evaluates organizational goals and objectives. Oversees the management of the Education Foundation's day-to-day functions. Establishes, manages, and implements fundraising and communication plans. Shares information about the District 214 Education Foundation with the broader community through public speaking and print, digital, and social media. Serves as the primary liaison and staff for the District 214 Education Foundation Board of Trustees and its committees, including preparing regular activity reports to inform the Trustees of successes, challenges, and the organization's financial health. Leads efforts to determine the District 214 Education Foundation's program and funding priorities, aligns the Board and District staff around those priorities, and provides insight on strategies for funding them. As governed by the District 214 Education Foundation Board of Trustees, ensures proper stewardship of charitable gifts, and implements sound financial practices with regard to the deposit, management and disbursement of funds. Identifies, cultivates, and pursues charitable contributions from existing donors and new giving by individuals, including high net worth individuals, families, businesses, and community partners, bot