KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise the Governor and the Board on education matters.
• Partner with the Governor, Board and the Legislature to ensure an effective and affordable higher education system, including coordinate the higher education legislative agenda.
• Serve as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Office.
• Execute and enforce all the decisions, policies, and resolutions of the Board.
• Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the Governor and Board.
• Chair the Model School Facilities Council

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Relations with the Governor and Board

• Effective communication among the Governor, Board, the Board office, and the institutions or agencies.
• Participation and cooperation with the Governor, Board, institutions and agencies in the development, coordination, and implementation of policies, programs, and all other matters of statewide concern.
• Set the agenda for Board meetings with direction from Board president.

Leadership of the Office

• Mentor and evaluate several senior staff members, with the goal of maintaining a cohesive, strategic and effective senior leadership team.
• Sustain a workplace culture where employees feel supported and encouraged to bring their talents and perspectives to work toward a common mission.
• Set internal strategic goals and objectives in collaboration with deputy director and senior staff.

Relations with Policymakers and Constituents

• Represent the Board on education matters with all partners, including colleges and universities, policymakers, state agencies, employers and other constituencies.
• Coordinate, communicate and collaborate on complex and often high stakes political and policy matters.
• Meet regularly with institution presidents to discuss mutual matters of concern or interest.
• Advocate for Board budget and policy priorities.
• Official representation of the Board’s and Office’s role, mission, strategic plan and initiatives to the public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned master’s degree from an accredited college or university (earned doctorate or terminal degree preferred).
• Ten years of progressive experience in an executive leadership role that includes management and supervisory responsibilities.
• Proven experience in legislative affairs, budget preparation and presentation, program implementation and evaluation, and public speaking.
• Knowledge of Idaho’s educational (K-20) system.
• Commitment to access and success for all students, and a passion for the Board’s mission and values.
• Strong strategic planning background.
• Demonstrated ability to develop an effective working relationship with a diverse population, including institutional presidents, agency heads, elected and public officials, industry and business leaders, staff, and with the public-at-large.
• Interpersonal skills and technical expertise to be effective in a complex organization and political environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

The Office of the State Board of Education conducts pre-employment screening on all positions, including eligibility for employment, verification of work history and academic credentials, and criminal background check.

Salary range: $XX.XX – $XX.XX Hourly – Plus Competitive Benefits!
Closing: June XX, 2024

State Posting (To be linked when available)