Job Description
The Executive Director provides leadership for the effective and efficient operation of the Marana Schools ’2340 Foundation. The Executive Director is responsible for the growth and preservation of Foundation resources, and the administration of programs, operations, policies and events.

The Executive Director reports to the 2340 Foundation Board of Directors and shares responsibility with the Board for advancing the Foundation mission and strategic direction to become a national model of educational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community members, foundations, and corporations.
• Serve as the Foundation’s primary spokesperson in the community through speaking at engagements and providing a presence at events.
• Solicit and steward a portfolio of donors to grow the Foundation’s resources and Endowment, including sustaining diversification of revenue to reduce dependence on any single source of funding.
• Plan and manage fundraising and celebration events.
• Maintain a donor database system.
• Research and pursue grants, endowments, and legacy giving.
• Manage social media and general marketing to support brand awareness and fund development.
• Prepare and present an annual report of the Foundation’s status and accomplishments to the Foundation Board and the Marana School District Governing Board.
Qualifications
• An undergraduate degree is required, preferably in Business Administration, Marketing, Non-profit Management, or a business related field.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position’s duties.
Ideal Experience
• Vision and passion for serving in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of education and educational funding.
• Successfully built and maintained relationships with strategic partners.
• Successfully secured major gifts and grants.
• Strong marketing and public relations experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience using modern technology, fundraising technology, and social media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills Salary – $30,000/year