Pennsylvania Christian Education Network Executive Director

CCV•Columbus, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Christian Education Network (PCEN) Executive Director leads the movement to advance and protect Christian education in Pennsylvania. With the assistance of the Christian Education Network and Pennsylvania Family Institute, the Executive Director will become a leading voice for Christian education in Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree required.
10+ years of experience in Christian education.
Strong ability to conduct in-depth research and produce clear, well-structured written content.
Skilled in clear, persuasive oral communication with strong attention to detail and organization.
Demonstrates excellent time management, punctuality, and ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.
Flexible with shifting priorities, proactive in addressing knowledge gaps, and driven by a strong personal commitment to organizational goals.
Embraces technology to improve performance and capable of mastering tools like CRM systems independently.
Mature Christian, currently attending or pursuing attendance in a local church.
Agreement with and adherence to Frontline’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
Demonstrated commitment to Frontline’s mission and position on Core Issues.
Ability to work discreetly with confidential information.
Trustworthy, responsible, tactful, diplomatic, and focused on building consensus rather than emphasizing differences.
Maintain a high level of professionalism focused on client/constituent relationships.

Nice To Haves

Public policy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish a growing network membership among both evangelical and Catholic schools in Pennsylvania.
Establish and expand membership services that create an attractive value proposition for member schools.
Build school participation in the PCEN SGO leading to financial targets being met.
Lead education policy development and advocacy that will allow member schools to successfully fulfill their mission.
Cultivate relationship with key state lawmakers, executive branch officials, and other organizations and networks that influence education policy.
Develop a system that will assist churches or other organizations with the opening of new Christian schools across the state.
Develop school participation in existing CEN projects like Teach for the Kingdom or Hartshorn Dignity of Life Awards, and programs that will be developed in the future.
Create a Leadership Council comprised of administrators from member schools to provide input and guidance from members.
Participate and contribute to the CEN affiliate networks training and collaborative opportunities.
Operate within the cooperative agreement with the Christian Education Network.
Other duties as assigned.