President

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.
To apply, please
visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates/jobs/4445074/president-guilford-education-alliance-greensboro-nc?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

• 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 24,
  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 hiring@developmentalassociates.com.

Guilford Education Alliance is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. Developmental Associates, LLC manages
the recruitment and selection process for this position.