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Director of School Finance
DC Public Charter School Board
About DC Public Charter School Board (DC PCSB)Every day, DC PCSB works to ensure that 44,000+ public charter school students, families, and communities receive a quality education. DC P...Washington D.C., DC, USA
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Executive Director, Principal Gifts
Occidental College
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development, the Executive Director, Principal Gifts provides strategic leadership to grow Occidental's Principal Gifts Program. The Ex...Los Angeles, California, USA
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Executive Director
Boys and Girls Clubs of America
Full job description Executive Director Reports to the Board of Directors PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership and direction in overseein...Forest City, NC 28043, USA
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Early Learning Center Director
Diocese of St. Augustine - St. Anne Early Learning Center
St. Anne Early Learning Center Diocese of St. Augustine FLSA: Exempt Reports to: Diocesan Director of Early Learning Center General Summary: Reporting to the Superintendent of Cathol...Jacksonville, FL, USA
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HR Business Partner
Arizona College of Nursing
Why You Should Work With Us Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people's lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving co...United States
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Frontier AI Research Lead
Georgetown University - Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET)
About the Organization The Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET) at Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service provides decision-makers with data-driven a...Washington D.C., DC, USA
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Program Director – Custom Programs and Client Engagement
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School
Agency: Texas A&M University Department: Center for Executive Development Job Type: Staff A Glimpse of the Job The Sr. Program Director at the Center for Executive Education at Mays B...Texas A&M University Mays Business School, Olsen Boulevard, College Station, TX, USA
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Dean of the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Department: VPAA Office Position Summary The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer for the College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering and Design (CACED) with respons...Denver, Colorado, USA
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Director for Advancement Operations and Strategic Engagement
Antioch University
Position Title: Director for Advancement Operations and Strategic Engagement Department: Institutional Advancement Classification: Staff, Salaried, Exempt Reports to: VP of Instituti...Yellow Springs, Ohio, USA
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Dean, Darden School of Business
University of Virginia
Dean, Darden School of Business University of Virginia The University of Virginia is launching an international search for the 10th Dean of the Darden School of Business. The successfu...Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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Title IV Administrator and Compliance Director (Remote)
Purdue University Global
The University: Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution...West Lafayette, IN, USA
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Executive Director, Exploratory Studies
Purdue University
Job Summary Purdue University invites applications for the Executive Director of Exploratory Studies, a senior leadership role dedicated to empowering students as they explore academic...West Lafayette, Indiana, USA
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Development Manager
The Educator Collective
Full job description The Development Manager supports the execution of the organization’s fundraising strategy by managing donor relationships, coordinating grant efforts, and ov...Dallas, TX, USA
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Administrative Manager, Communications & Marketing
The Juilliard School
Overview Juilliard offers an exciting opportunity to join this dynamic team. The Administrative Manager, reports to the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO). We are seekin...New York, NY, USA
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Director of Individual Giving
Asia Society
Department: Development Reports to: Managing Director of Philanthropy FLSA Status: Exempt (Not Overtime-Eligible) Job Type: Full-Time Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 SUMMARY: A...New York, NY, USA
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Senior Director, Development Operations
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
Hours: Full Time JOB SUMMARY The Senior Director, Development Operations leads strategy and execution for the core business functions that power effective fundraising across Alumni Af...New York, NY, USA
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Director of Research & Innovation
University of Texas at Austin - IC2 Institute
Hiring Department: IC2 Institute Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: Exempt Earliest Start Date: Immediately (Preferred: June 1, 2026) Location...Austin, Texas, USA
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Chief Human Resources Officer and Associate Vice President of People & Culture
California State University, Stanislaus
Stanislaus State (Stan State) seeks a dynamic, strategic human resources executive to serve as its next Chief Human Resources Officer and Associate Vice President of People & Cultur...Turlock, California, USA
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Senior Strategy Officer, Division Communications (9-month LTE)
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumst...Seattle, WA, USA
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Senior Strategy Officer, Division Communications
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumst...Seattle, WA, USA
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Director of Procurement and Contracts
Success For All Foundation
Director of Procurement and Contracts Location: Towson, MD Schedule: Monday–Friday Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Salary: $90,000 annually Lead the Procurement Strategy beh...Towson, MD, USA
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Director of School Finance
DC Public Charter School Board
Department: Data, Operations & FinanceReports to: Chief Operating OfficerLocation: Washington, DCAbout DC Public Charter School Board (DC PCSB)Every day, we're doing the work to ens...Washington D.C., DC, USA
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Vice President of Development and Marketing
Ampact
Reports to: President Compensation: $130,000-$142,000 with bonus eligibilty Location: The job is 100% remote, however, candidate must reside in one of the states in w...United States
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Executive Director
El Rio Community School
El Rio Community School is a community-based independent TK-8 public charter school located in the culturally rich area of Northeast LA that is guided by the core principles of Public W...Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Executive Director of the International Students and Scholars Office
Columbia University
Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range: $225,000 - $250,000 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of fac...New York, NY, USA
Elevate Your Career in Education with an Executive Job
Different Types of Executive Positions in Education
Superintendent
The Superintendent is the top executive job in education, overseeing an entire school district and leading the school board with policy decisions. Superintendents manage a wide range of operations and are ultimately responsible for the district's academic performance. Those interested in this type of executive position need to have extensive experience in educational leadership, as well as a deep understanding of the educational system.
Assistant Superintendent
An Assistant Superintendent is the chief administrative officer for a school district, taking the lead in developing, implementing, and managing district policies. This executive position oversees personnel, budgeting, curriculum development, and student achievement. Assistant Superintendents must have a strong educational leadership background and demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills.
Director of Curriculum
The Director of Curriculum is responsible for creating, managing, and implementing the curriculum for the district. This executive position requires a deep understanding of curriculum design, instructional strategies, and assessment techniques. Directors of Curriculum must have excellent communication skills and be able to work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents.
Key JobFeatures + Benefits Section
Job Features:
- Competitive salaries - Executive-level jobs in education often feature competitive salaries that match or even exceed those of comparable positions in other industries. For example, a typical Head of School might earn between $140,000 and $250,000 per year, while a Superintendent could make up to $300,000 or more annually.
- Job security - Because executive-level educational positions tend to come with tenure or long-term contracts, job security is also guaranteed for those hired. This means that individuals can build a career within a particular school district or institution without worrying about the instability associated with other industries.
- Professional development opportunities - Besides attractive salaries and job security, executive-level positions in the educational system also provide plenty of professional development and growth opportunities. From advanced training programs focused on improving instructional practices to attending conferences and seminars related to leadership skills and strategies, executives gain valuable insight into how they can lead their respective schools while expanding their knowledge base.
Job Benefits:
- Leadership experience – Executives in education can acquire valuable leadership experience during their tenure as they guide the entire organization toward success by setting clear objectives and inspiring employees. This kind of experience is invaluable when it comes time to move onto more prominent roles outside the educational system – such as higher-level corporate positions – as it demonstrates an individual’s ability to manage complex organizations with multiple stakeholders involved.
- Supportive work environment – Many of today’s educational institutions focus on creating positive work environments by creating an environment of inclusivity and diversity where all employees feel safe to express themselves and be their true selves regardless of their title. This can help build a workplace that is more productive, engaged, and inspired. For executives, this means having access to resources like mentorship programs that help them hone their skill sets while building stronger relationships with peers throughout the organization – which is especially beneficial when it comes time for team-based projects and initiatives.
- Satisfaction from making an impact – Finally, executive-level jobs in education provide individuals with an unparalleled opportunity to impact their communities by helping successfully shape futures for young minds through improved instruction and policymaking initiatives aimed at providing students with higher quality learning experiences over time. With every decision made by these individuals having far-reaching implications, there is no greater satisfaction than knowing that one’s efforts are helping shape society for future generations too!