Executive Director

CollegeSpring•Walnut Creek, CA

9d•$124,000 - $151,000•Remote

About The Position

At CollegeSpring, everything we do ultimately serves one purpose: improving student outcomes. The Executive Director, Florida serves as the senior leader responsible for CollegeSpring's overall success throughout the state. This role is responsible for growing CollegeSpring's impact by securing philanthropic and earned revenue, developing strategic partnerships, expanding into new markets, and ensuring exceptional program delivery for partners and students. Success requires a leader who is equally skilled at fundraising, business development, relationship management, and organizational leadership. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Executive Director leads CollegeSpring's Florida team, including Program Experience Partners and other regional staff. The Executive Director works closely with the national Program organization, which provides functional leadership for instructional quality, curriculum, program standards, and continuous improvement, while maintaining direct responsibility for regional fundraising, market growth, partner success, and regional team leadership. Success in this role will be measured by the Executive Director's ability to secure sustainable revenue, expand CollegeSpring's presence across Florida, build enduring relationships with funders and education partners, deliver exceptional partner experiences, improve student outcomes, and develop a high-performing regional team. Achieve regional student growth and impact goals. Achieve annual regional fundraising and earned revenue goals. Maintain 85% partner retention through exceptional partner experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Public Administration, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
15+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in education, nonprofit, public sector, or a related field.
Demonstrated success leading organizational growth through strategic partnerships, business development, or market expansion.
Proven fundraising experience, including foundation, corporate, government, and/or major donor cultivation.
Experience developing executive-level relationships with school districts, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, foundations, corporations, or government agencies.
Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams.
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and achieving financial goals.
Exceptional communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing operationally in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
Strong commitment to educational equity and a belief that all students can achieve at high levels.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with K-12 school systems, charter organizations, higher education institutions, or statewide education initiatives.
Knowledge of Florida's K-12 education landscape, funding structures, and policy environment.
Experience leading regional or statewide nonprofit operations.
Existing relationships within Florida's education, philanthropic, nonprofit, or business communities.

Responsibilities

Lead CollegeSpring's growth across Florida by expanding partnerships, strengthening regional influence, and securing the resources needed to serve more students.
Develop and execute the regional growth strategy by identifying new school districts, nonprofit organizations, higher education institutions, and funding opportunities that expand CollegeSpring's reach and impact.
Cultivate relationships with foundations, corporations, government agencies, major donors, and strategic partners to achieve regional philanthropic and earned revenue goals.
Represent CollegeSpring throughout Florida by building trusted relationships with education leaders, policymakers, funders, and community organizations that strengthen the organization's visibility, influence, and long-term impact.
Lead the Florida team and ensure every partner receives an exceptional experience from initial program planning through successful implementation.
Lead, coach, and develop the regional team, including Program Experience Partners, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with district and organizational leaders to develop partner-specific implementation strategies, ensure successful program launches, and build long-term relationships that drive partner satisfaction, retention, and student outcomes.
Partner closely with national Program, Advancement, Finance, Marketing, Technology, and Operations teams to align regional execution with organizational priorities while ensuring consistency with CollegeSpring's program standards.
Ensure the Florida region operates effectively, achieves its goals, and continuously strengthens organizational and student outcomes.
Monitor regional performance, partner feedback, and student outcomes, using data to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and continuously improve regional results.
Develop and manage regional budgets, revenue forecasts, and financial performance while ensuring responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
Ensure regional operations, people, and resources are effectively aligned to deliver consistent, high-quality execution, sustainable growth, and exceptional partner experiences.