Hiring: Executive Director Company: Texas Association of School Boards Location: Austin, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:09:23 Target Skills & Keywords : Risk Management About the job Required Skills: •TASB’s breadth of impact is reflected in its comprehensive portfolio of member-focused solutions, including advocacy, governance leadership, risk management, policy and legal guidance, financial and operational services, cooperative purchasing, executive search, and thought leadership resources that collectively support school districts statewide. •Strategic & Enterprise Leadership •Lead the development and execution of TASB's strategic plan, driving alignment across the organization's diverse business units, affiliated entities, and service offerings. •Guide the implementation of TASB Next and other enterprise-wide initiatives that strengthen member value, organizational impact, and long-term sustainability. •Provide strategic and operational leadership to a complex, multi-line enterprise encompassing advocacy, governance services, risk management, purchasing cooperatives, financial and legal services, executive search, publications, and other member-focused solutions. •Anticipate and respond to emerging trends, legislative developments, and shifting market dynamics, positioning TASB for continued relevance, growth, and innovation. •Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent while reinforcing the organization's strong mission-driven values. •Provide executive oversight of TASB's diverse portfolio of operating entities, affiliated enterprises, and revenue-generating business lines Qualifications: •Proven executive leadership of complex, multi-entity organizations with diverse business lines, governance structures, and revenue streams. •Strong business and financial acumen, with experience driving strategy, overseeing large-scale operations, and enabling sustainable growth. •Comprehensive expertise in public education and school governance, with knowledge of the Texas landscape and the challenges facing K–12 systems and community colleges. •Political acumen and legislative awareness, with the ability to operate credibly and in a nonpartisan manner in a highly visible, policy-driven environment. •Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills, with a track record of engaging diverse stakeholders, including boards, policymakers, educators, and community leaders. •Skilled communicator and external representative, able to serve as a compelling spokesperson in complex and high-stakes settings. •Strategic, forward-thinking leader who anticipates trends, navigates ambiguity, and positions organizations for long-term success. •High emotional intelligence and sound judgment, with the ability to build consensus, balance competing priorities, and foster collaboration. •Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing teams, with a commitment to talent development, culture, and organizational effectiveness. •Visible, accessible, and authentic leadership style, particularly during periods of change or crisis. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!