Be our next Executive Director!
For over twenty years Public School Funding Alliance has enriched student learning experiences in the Methow Valley. This year, PSFA is funding over 40 programs in our schools totaling almost $200,000. Now PSFA seeks its next Executive Director to continue offering programs and opportunities that our community values.
Under the leadership of Laurie Ulmer for the last eight years, PSFA has strengthened its partnerships, financial planning, and marketing. The new ED will have the opportunity to continue to build on this work and magnify the impact PSFA has on Methow Valley students and families. The role includes managing key relationships with school leadership and partner organizations, cultivating donor relations, marketing, fundraising, and organizational oversight.
This part-time, flexible position works closely with the Board of Directors to make a visible impact in our community. The ideal candidate is passionate about education, engaged in our community, and excited to champion PSFA’s mission: “Through community donations, PSFA enriches the learning environment for all Methow Valley public school students so that every student has equal access to a high-quality education.” To apply, email your cover letter and resume by April 7th 2025 to [email protected]
Under the leadership of Laurie Ulmer for the last eight years, PSFA has strengthened its partnerships, financial planning, and marketing. The new ED will have the opportunity to continue to build on this work and magnify the impact PSFA has on Methow Valley students and families. The role includes managing key relationships with school leadership and partner organizations, cultivating donor relations, marketing, fundraising, and organizational oversight.
This part-time, flexible position works closely with the Board of Directors to make a visible impact in our community. The ideal candidate is passionate about education, engaged in our community, and excited to champion PSFA’s mission: “Through community donations, PSFA enriches the learning environment for all Methow Valley public school students so that every student has equal access to a high-quality education.” To apply, email your cover letter and resume by April 7th 2025 to [email protected]
PUBLIC SCHOOL FUNDING ALLIANCE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Executive Director
Hours: approximately 10 hours per week
Pay Range: $40-$50 per hour, dependent on experience
Key Responsibilities
Communications and Marketing
Fundraising and Donor Management
Community Engagement
Organization and Administration
Qualifications
Position: Executive Director
Hours: approximately 10 hours per week
Pay Range: $40-$50 per hour, dependent on experience
Key Responsibilities
Communications and Marketing
- Prepare annual brochure and quarterly Mail Chimp communications
- Promote programs through press releases, social media, school publications, etc.
- Manage social media presence and maintain website
Fundraising and Donor Management
- Maintain donor database management using Little Green Light
- Seek and apply for relevant grants
- Cultivate and steward donors
- Manage fundraising campaigns
Community Engagement
- Develop and maintain relationships with school leadership, teachers, and partner organizations
- Serve as contact person for media releases
- Represent PSFA throughout the community to communicate goals and successes
Organization and Administration
- Report directly to Board regarding program progress, financial health and other organizational functions
- Facilitate strategic planning process and guide work to meet mission and goals
- Oversee grant request and program evaluation processes
- Collaborate with bookkeeper, school district, accountant, and Board treasurer to develop annual budget, ensure timely payments, and maintain accurate records
Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit leadership and/or education
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and organization
- Strong marketing and community engagement skills