AASB Executive Director

Overview

The Alabama Association of School Boards is seeking a visionary, progressive and collaborative leader to serve as its next executive director. The position requires a balance of leadership, interpersonal, financial management and communication skills.

• Position Type: AASB - Limited Access / Executive Director
• Date Posted: 1/23/2026
• Location:
  
  Alabama Association of School Boards
• Date Available:
  
  01/23/2026
• Closing Date: 02/18/2026

The executive director leads a complex, multifaceted educational and financial organization and oversees a talented team of 15 staff members. The association provides a wide array of services to all public K-12 school boards in Alabama as well as many public charter schools. The executive director works closely with the association s officers and Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic goals to best serve member boards and Alabama s students.

The executive director also drives the strategic direction of the association s programming and services and maintains effective relationships with school board members, superintendents, educational organizations and civic-minded groups statewide. The executive director is expected to present a commanding presence within the state and nation.

• Experience as a leader and administrator; advanced degree is preferred.
• A deep understanding of and/or experience with the political process at the local, state and national levels.
• Effective decision-making skills and experience in budget development and financial management.
• Knowledge of state and national challenges and opportunities facing public education.
• Ability to work effectively within the organizational structure of a voluntary association.
• Appreciation for diversity and the opportunities it presents.
• A high level of energy.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong advocacy for improving student achievement for all public education students.
• Ability to build, motivate and direct an effective staff.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to long-range and strategic planning and evaluations.

Please see the attached posting announcement for further information.

Postings current as of 1/29/2026 2:29:40 AM CST.

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