Executive Director, Minnesota Association of Independent Schools
About the role
The Minnesota Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) is a non-profit organization made up of seventeen private, independent schools accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). MAIS supports and connects these schools through various means, including fostering independence and choice in education, providing professional development opportunities, promoting communication and collaboration, and communicating the benefits of independent schools to prospective families and employees.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Support Member School Heads
Plan, coordinate, and attend HOS quarterly meetings
Serve as filter and conduit for information from outside organizations
Coordinate additional meetings, as necessary
Support MAIS Affinity Groups
Attend meetings and track group work and priorities
Report important information back to the Heads
Invite groups to present at Board Meetings
Track affinity group membership and leadership
Support MAIS TSC (Teachers Services Committee)
Attend TSC meetings
Collaborate with and support committee members with initiatives
Lead Tri-Annual MAIS Conference Planning
Provide overall leadership, vision, and coordination for the tri-annual MAIS Conference
Collaborate 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
Manage Operations
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 Technology
Manage MAIS website content
Manage MAIS Google Suites
Manage other operations-related technical tools
Manage Legislative Advocacy & Government Relations
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
Represent & Professional Development
Attend and represent MAIS at regular meetings and conferences
Stay current on independent school issues by attending national and regional conferences, reading publications, and participating in online independent school communities
Strategic Growth
Work with MAIS Heads to develop fresh ideas for strategic and programmatic growth of the organization
Preferred Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Previous employment in independent schools
Experience with non-profit operations
Qualifications
Strong organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of independent school issues and advocacy
Skills
Project management
Event planning and coordination
Financial management
Legal and governmental relations
Public speaking and presentation skills
Leadership and team building
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Benefits
MAIS offers a competitive compensation range of $27-32/hour, with the exact hours varying depending on the week. The position is part-time (15-20 hours per week).
Pay
$27-32/hour
Schedule
Part-time (15-20 hours per week)
Benefits
Competitive compensation range of $27-32/hour, with the exact hours varying depending on the week. The position is part-time (15-20 hours per week).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Previous employment in independent schools
Experience with non-profit operations
Skills
Project management
Event planning and coordination
Financial management
Legal and governmental relations
Public speaking and presentation skills
Leadership and team building
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Employer Information
MAIS is an equal opportunity employer.