Guilford Education Alliance (GEA), an independent nonprofit organization that galvanizes the community to support quality public education for all students in Guilford County, NC, seeks an experienced nonprofit management professional with expertise in the public school system to serve as its next President. Great communities have great schools . This foundational principle guides the impactful work of the Guilford Education Alliance, which takes a relentlessly optimistic approach to shaping the future of education in Guilford County and ensuring bright futures for all children. Their work, advocating for 127 schools within Guilford County, is centered on alliance—building collaborative relationships between the community and schools, a crucial component of public-school success.
The President , who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Guilford Education Alliance, reports to the Alliance's Board of Directors and is responsible for consistently achieving its mission and financial objectives. The next President will lead the organization's efforts in community engagement, support, collaboration, and advocacy. They will unify the community around a shared vision. The President must be passionate about education and must have knowledge of how public-school systems operate, a keen understanding of the impact of systemic inequities, and experience communicating and partnering with various stakeholders (community members, the school system, potential funders, elected officials, business leaders, etc.).
The Alliance's highly engaged Board of Directors seeks in their next President, a leader who is:
a strategic innovative thinker with the demonstrated ability to think out of the box; an experienced, strategic fundraiser; experienced project manager with a demonstrated track record of projects completed on time and within budget; maintains an energetic, positive working environment; known as a compassionate and empathetic individual with demonstrable experience engaging in respectful communication, navigating conflicts with ease; skilled leader who can leverage talent and resources to maximize efficiency and impact; adept in navigating the role and function of a nonprofit Board of Directors, ensuring collaboration, cohesion, and accountability between the Board and organization; experienced in influencing policy and legislation for public education through targeted advocacy work at the local, state, and federal levels; develop and maintain critical partnerships with community, business, institutional leaders, and elected officials; nimble and flexible with an open-minded orientation; and, curious and demonstrates a willingness to learn to propel the organization forward. About the Organization: Guilford Education Alliance , located in the Piedmont, NC, area of Greensboro, is committed to maximizing support for Guilford County Schools (GCS) so that all children thrive and are prepared for the future. Governed by a 21-member Board of Directors, GEA's efforts focus on engaging, advocating, supporting, and collaborating . GEA engages community members in programs and events that build a collective, research and experience-based understanding of the complex issues and dynamics that shape public education policy and practice. They advocate for strong investment in GCS and other critical issues that impact GCS educators, students, and families. The Alliance supports teachers by funding professional development and the Teacher Supply Warehouse. They collaborate with people and organizations to connect community resources with the needs of Guilford County Schools students, educators, and families.
The Teacher Supply Warehouse is an essential resource for Guilford County Schools (GCS) educators. This community collaboration provides over $500,000 of free supplies to GCS educators throughout the year and offsets funds that teachers often take out of their own pockets to purchase classroom supplies. Each year, the Warehouse serves approximately 3,000 GCS educators.
GEA's comprehensive programs and initiatives include an annual Education Summit, the Teacher Supply Warehouse, the High Point Schools Partnership, a podcast, and the Get SMART speaker series. These engage the community in thoughtful discussions about the critical issues that shape education policy and practice in Guilford County.
Learn more about GEA and its programs and services here.
About the Position: The next GEA President will successfully manage the organization's $2.3M+ budget and a team of 9 employees, including six direct reports: Vice President, Director of Development, Bookkeeper, High Point School Partnership program coordinator, Office/Program Assistant, and the Teacher Supply Warehouse manager. The organization's lean operating expenses (1% of the organization's budget) allow the organization to direct 75% of funds raised to Guilford County Schools projects and the Teacher Supply Warehouse.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and progressive nonprofit leadership experience are required . Candidates must have a demonstrated track record of successfully raising funds and managing large budgets.
Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000. Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience. Guilford Education Alliance offers a comprehensive benefits package.
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All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal (link above) – NOT the organization's employment application portal or any other external website. Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application. Applicants should apply by April 28, 2024 . The Selection Committee will invite successful semi-finalists to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluation on May 22 - 23, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate. Direct inquiries to . Guilford Education Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Developmental Associates, LLC manages the recruitment and selection process for this position . To learn more about our selection process, visit , select " Client Openings ," and scroll down to " Important Information for Applicants ."
