Executive Director, Minnesota Association of Independent Schools

Breck School•Golden Valley, MN

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Minnesota Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) is seeking its next Executive Director. This is a part-time position (15-20 hours per week), with the exact hours varying depending on the week. The position reports to the MAIS President. Candidates should expect occasional out-of-state, overnight travel and must have reliable technology, including a computer, monitor(s), printer/scanner, internet access, and a cell phone. MAIS is made up of seventeen private, independent schools accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). MAIS's mission is to support and connect Independent Schools in Minnesota by fostering and preserving independence and freedom of choice in education, providing a forum for professional development and the exchange of ideas, fostering communication and collaboration among leadership, and promoting the features and benefits of Independent Schools.

Requirements

Must have reliable technology, including a computer, monitor(s), printer/scanner, internet access, and a cell phone.
Occasional out-of-state, overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree.
Previous employment in independent schools.
Experience with non-profit operations.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and attend HOS quarterly meetings.
Serve as filter and conduit for information from outside organizations (MN Dept of Ed, MN Dept of Health, MN Independent School Forum (MISF), ISACS, ISAnet).
Coordinate additional meetings, as necessary.
Attend meetings and track group work and priorities for MAIS Affinity Groups.
Report important information back to the Heads.
Invite groups to present at Board Meetings (ex. Admissions, finance, etc).
Track affinity group membership and leadership.
Attend TSC meetings.
Collaborate with and support committee members with initiatives - including a spring Affinity Day in non-conference years.
Provide overall leadership, vision, and coordination for the tri-annual MAIS Conference.
Work closely with the TSC and conference committees to design program themes, recruit keynote and breakout session speakers, and oversee logistics.
Manage timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships to ensure a high-quality experience for attendees.
Serve as primary liaison between MAIS, host sites, and partner organizations.
Daily monitoring of MAIS inbox.
Track relevant school contact information, committee membership, etc. in MAIS CRM.
Create annual budget, review monthly bank statements, provide reimbursements, etc. (working closely with MAIS Treasurer).
Manage MAIS website content, MAIS Google Suites, and other operations-related technical tools.
Manage relationship with MAIS legal lobbyist.
Attend legislative session meetings that pertain to MAIS business.
Facilitate testifying before legislative subcommittees.
Meet with state legislators to promote and advance the MAIS agenda.
Attend and represent MAIS at regular meetings and conferences, including four annual out-of-state conferences: NAIS, ISACS, ISAnet, and the ISACS Head of School Conference, as well as weekly and quarterly local meetings.
Stay current on independent school issues by attending national and regional conferences, reading publications, and participating in online independent school communities.
Work with MAIS Heads to develop fresh ideas for strategic and programmatic growth of the organization.