Full job description Vice President for Authorizing Services The Vice President for Authorizing Services will be a member of the Institute's leadership team and will be responsible for developing and delivering an array of programs, tools, and services designed to support the needs of charter school authorizers.
The Institute expects the Vice President for Authorizing Services to: Have a deep understanding of the authorizer-board-school relationship Navigate the different legal, structural and political contexts in which authorizers operate Be credible, competent and able to develop relationships of mutual trust and respect Coach and consult with both the staff and board members of authorizing agencies Deliver on our promises to our partners, delivering outstanding value and support Be responsible for pursuing and securing professional services agreements with authorizers Support, encourage, and help optimize the use of Epicenter by authorizers Be a thought leader on how and why authorizing can be more than a regulatory function Identify and respond to request for proposals (RFPs) and grant opportunities Develop detailed scopes of work and budgets based on partner and organizational needs, context, and timelines Foster and support professional learning communities for authorizers that are timely and engaging Support, encourage, and develop content for the Institute's Charter Network platform Help propel the Institute's flywheel by expanding our authorizer relations, supports and services Lead and manage a variety of projects and partner engagements Be able to write and speak to diverse and audiences with authenticity, clarity, and purpose Qualities and Skills: Aspire to live and uphold our organizational values and commitment to equity for all Be a compelling storyteller, incorporating knowledge of partner personas, needs, pain points and motivations – ultimately translating these stories into compelling statements of impact Work across teams to gather information needed to develop new initiatives Respect professional and personal commitments and boundaries Seek out diverse perspectives to challenge your beliefs, considering those most impacted by our work Be honest with yourself and others Approach responsibilities and work with passion, ownership, and urgency Seek to understand others' perspectives, and leverage expertise other than your own Attend key conferences and events to present, create awareness, connect with partners, and engage new prospects Represent, promote and support the Institute's entire team and organization Strong technical, time management and organizational skills Strong ability to analyze and problem solve Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Experience: Bachelor's degree, Master's desired 5 years plus experience in authorizing Strong experience and knowledge of the education sector Experience in coaching, consulting, and helping others to develop strong practices. Effectively led teams and worked across the organization with initiatives that have led to impact Excel at building relationships and demonstrating awareness of others to collaborate effectively in reaching common goals Ability to plan, manage and effectuate change in an agile environment Demonstrated ability to utilize data to narrow the focus on the target market and adjust strategy as needed Experience building trusted relationships with school-board-authorizer leaders and other external and internal stakeholders Demonstrated passion for quality and excellence and a steadfast commitment to the "customer first" philosophy Location: The Institute has team members located across the country and operates in an on-site and virtual/remote work environment. This position is anticipated to be remote/virtual except for occasional organizational events such as all-team retreats, partner engagements and conferences.
The Institute is a non-profit, mission driven organization headquartered in Mt. Pleasant, MI (
Compensation: This role is a full-time, salaried position with full health benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability), a 403(B) plan, and a generous paid time off policy. Salary is commensurate with experience with a range between $130,000 - $180,000.
The review of candidates will begin immediately and on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applications should consist of a current cover letter and resume. Please submit all materials to . All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. The Institute encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we seek to engage all those who can contribute to this effort.
About the Institute The Institute is a values-driven, non-profit organization that exists to change the arc of education so it works better for students and those who serve them. Kids are the WHY behind all we do. Our vision is for every student to discover their gifts and experience the transformative power of education. We are relentless about inspiring, equipping and supporting the needs of the charter movement. We develop and deliver a dynamic array of tools and services strategically designed to strengthen the performance and productivity of schools, boards, and authorizing agencies. Visit to learn more.
Salary and Benefits This is a full-time, salaried position that includes benefits (health care, retirement, paid time-off, and eligibility for annual performance bonus). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and expertise.
This position may work remotely, in the office located in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, or a combination thereof. As a national organization, the vast majority of the Institute's team works virtually from various home offices located across the nation. In person attendance is sometimes required for organizational events such as team meetings, retreats, special projects, conferences, partner engagements, and other events.
Applications: Review and Submission Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. Please submit all materials to .
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status. The Institute encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to this effort.
Apply Today! Send cover letter and resume to:
Jill K. Urban
Chief of Staff
National Charter Schools Institute
711 West Pickard Street, Suite M
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
