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About the Role

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive of TASB, partnering with a 42-member Board of Directors to advance the organization’s mission, strategic priorities, and long-term vision. This leader oversees a complex enterprise with multiple business lines and affiliated entities, ensuring TASB remains a trusted, influential, and non-partisan voice for Texas public education while balancing mission-driven leadership with operational rigor.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the strategic plan across diverse business units and affiliated entities.
Guide the implementation of enterprise-wide initiatives to strengthen member value and long-term sustainability.
Provide strategic and operational leadership for advocacy, governance services, risk management, purchasing cooperatives, and financial/legal services.
Anticipate and respond to emerging trends, legislative developments, and market dynamics.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that attracts and retains exceptional talent.
Provide executive oversight of diverse operating entities and revenue-generating business lines.
Ensure sound financial stewardship, operational excellence, and effective risk management.
Partner with organizational leaders to enhance member value and drive sustainable growth.
Lead enterprise-wide planning and succession efforts.
Partner with the Board of Directors to ensure effective governance and organizational accountability.
Serve as the chief external representative, engaging members, policymakers, and education leaders.
Strengthen TASB's reputation as a trusted, nonpartisan voice for public education.
Cultivate relationships with legislators, regulatory agencies, and school districts.
Lead the organization through complex political and legislative landscapes.
Champion a culture of transparency, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

Proven executive leadership of complex, multi-entity organizations with diverse business lines and governance structures.
Strong business and financial acumen with experience driving strategy and large-scale operations.
Deep understanding of public education and school governance, specifically within the Texas landscape.
Political acumen and legislative awareness with the ability to operate in a nonpartisan manner.
Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills with diverse stakeholders.
Skilled communicator capable of serving as a compelling spokesperson in high-stakes settings.
Strategic, forward-thinking leadership style with the ability to navigate ambiguity.
High emotional intelligence and sound judgment.
Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing teams.
Visible, accessible, and authentic leadership style.
Unquestionable integrity and commitment to transparency.

Skills

Strategic planning
Financial management
Operational leadership
Stakeholder engagement
Legislative advocacy
Public relations
Governance
Team development
Crisis management
Political acumen

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required
Relevant Master’s or advanced degree is a plus

Salary/Compensations

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications

About the Company

The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide educational association established in 1949.
TASB serves local public-school boards, education service centers, community colleges, and public-school charters.
The organization employs 500 people and manages approximately $110 million in annual revenue.
TASB provides advocacy, legal guidance, training, risk management, and operational services to over 1,000 school districts.