Augsburg Fairview Academy is seeking a highly-qualified person for the position of Executive Director. The contract for the position begins on April 25th, 2016. The Executive Director is part of a three-person Executive Team along with the Lead Teacher and the Operations Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience in these key areas of responsibility: Institutional Development, Budgeting and Finance, State and Federal Compliance, Instructional Leadership, Marketing, and School Board Governance.
Augsburg Fairview Academy offers a teen-friendly, and family-friendly, atmosphere in which students are deeply respected and everyone is held to a high standard of personal honor. Students find their place among people who care a great deal about them and their future. They encounter adults who use positive, strength-based approaches to help them succeed. Students are given a great deal of trust and independence with the expectation that they will, in turn, conduct themselves as responsible and self-directed learners.
Essential Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an Executive or Senior level position in Non-Profit management with a record of strong performance in: Managing finances, Developing and prioritizing program objectives, Achieving results in an efficient and timely manner, Building partnerships with stakeholders, Communicating with various audiences in both written and oral form, and Demonstrating the highest integrity in all areas of job performance
- Master’s Degree in a related field (ie. Education, Education Administration) required or currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in a related field
- Understanding of Non-Profit Financial Management, Accounting, and Activity-based cost budgeting; Experience in Small Business Fiscal Planning and Management; and demonstrated commitment to the organization’s financial integrity
- Familiarity with relevant Federal, State and Local laws, rules, and policies that apply to Non-Profit Organizations required; a working knowledge of the Legal Framework of Charter Schools in Minnesota is strongly preferred
- Strong Analytic, Planning, Multi-tasking, Time Management, and Organizational skills; effective Communication skills; sound Decision Making skills; and a Results-Oriented, positive approach to problem solving
- Demonstrated ability to Integrate, Coordinate and Communicate all areas of management (Finance, Human Resources, and Operations) for organizational success while continually generating improvements and innovations
- Strong interest in and commitment to the traditions and mission of Augsburg Fairview Academy
- Ability to inspire and induce various stakeholders to work together toward a common purpose; Ability to lead through collaborative decision making and to work effectively with internal and external constituents; and ability to Engage, Develop, and Motivate staff
- Excellent Written, Verbal and Interpersonal communications skills
- Reputation as a High Energy, Change-Oriented Leader who demonstrates Initiative and Creativity with Patience, Compassion and Service to others.
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an Executive or Senior level position in Non-Profit management with a record of strong performance in: Managing finances, Developing and prioritizing program objectives, Achieving results in an efficient and timely manner, Building partnerships with stakeholders, Communicating with various audiences in both written and oral form, and Demonstrating the highest integrity in all areas of job performance
- Advanced Degree or additional Education Certification in a related field is preferred
- Administrator License
- Several years’ experience in a Minnesota Charter School
- Experience working with Urban and/or Diverse Communities
- Experience with the Minnesota State Financial Accounting System (UFARS) and other state reporting systems; including: MARSS, SERVS, and STAR
- Practical experience in the implementation and use of current technology for optimal operational systems; including student information systems (i.e. PowerSchool)
- Exceptional ability to devise and implement effective communication strategies; Persuasive presentation style
- Keen sense of using opportunities to market the school to various audiences
- Familiarity with relevant Federal, State Programs and Personnel; and Charter Schools in Minnesota
- Experience with Fundraising
How to Apply
- Examine Augsburg Fairview Academy’s website
- Review the uploaded documents
- Respond to the four essay questions (300-400 words per response)
- Send Essay Responses, Resume and Cover Letter, References, and Transcripts (all in pdf format) to max.clark-vail@afa.tc
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Materials for you to read
Candidate Essay Questions
Executive Director Qualifications and Competencies
Governance & Management Framework
Master Schedule 2015-2016
Principles of Authoritative Instruction
AFA FY2015 Salary Schedule
AFA Calendar for 2015-2016