Austin, Texas, United States · On-site
The Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. (TASB) is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide educational association established in 1949 to serve local Texas school boards - the largest group of publicly elected…
Skills: Executive Leadership, Strategic Planning, Financial Acumen, Public Education Governance, Political Acumen
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The Executive Director serves as the chief executive, collaborating with the Board of Directors to implement strategic vision and lead a complex multi-line enterprise. They are responsible for overseeing business operations, driving innovation, and acting as the primary nonpartisan voice for Texas public education.
Candidates must have proven executive leadership experience in complex organizations and a deep understanding of the Texas public education landscape. A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's or advanced degree preferred.
The Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. (TASB) is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide educational association established in 1949 to serve local Texas school boards - the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state with more than 7,000 school board trustees.
As the largest school board association in the country, TASB serves local public-school boards and its members by providing:
For decades, nearly all school boards in Texas have been active members of TASB, giving us the opportunity to coalesce and amplify school trustees’ voices across the state. TASB’s longstanding membership rate is the result of keeping the needs of school boards - and their districts - at the heart of everything the association does.
TASB also offers Active Membership to education service center boards, Associate and Affiliate Membership opportunities for community colleges, central appraisal districts, and some public-school charters. At TASB, you’ll find strength in numbers, knowing there’s a shared commitment to ensuring a brighter future for Texas through stronger schools and communities.
Since its inception in 1949, TASB has supported local district leadership teams and improved the quality of education for Texas schoolchildren. The Executive Director of TASB serves as the leader responsible for collaborating with the TASB Board of Directors to establish and implement its strategic vision, positioning the organization as a recognized leader in public education and school board governance.
Over its more than 75-year history, TASB has grown alongside Texas to meet the evolving needs of the school boards it serves. Today, 500 employees work together to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren and provide high-quality services and solutions that help over 1,000 school districts operate more efficiently and effectively.
As a mission-driven organization, TASB is committed to putting people first and empowering local school district leaders with resources and programs that are adaptable and responsive to member needs.
Our culture is reflected in TASB Together, which guides the way we work and encourages employees to grow and become their best selves in alignment with our TASB mission:
The Texas Association of School Boards promotes educational excellence for Texas schoolchildren through the advancement of good governance, valuable learning experiences for school leaders, and public-school advocacy. We also provide high-quality services and programs to help school districts operate more efficiently and effectively.
Overseeing the work of this talented team, the Executive Director will champion public education while driving innovation so that TASB can continue to serve its members across the state.
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive of TASB, working in close partnership with a 42-member Board of Directors to advance the organization’s mission, strategic priorities, and long-term vision. Leading a highly complex enterprise that spans multiple business lines, affiliated entities, and governance structures, the Executive Director ensures TASB remains a trusted, influential, and non-partisan voice for Texas public education.
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.
Overseeing a talented workforce and an organization approaching $110 million in annual revenue, the Executive Director balances mission-driven leadership with strong business acumen, operational rigor, and strategic foresight. This leader will guide TASB through an increasingly dynamic and politically visible environment, fostering innovation, strengthening member value, and positioning the organization for continued growth and impact. The successful candidate will be a politically astute, relationship-oriented executive capable of navigating complexity, inspiring confidence among diverse stakeholders, and advancing TASB’s leadership on behalf of Texas school boards and the students they serve.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Education
Bachelor’s degree required. A relevant Master’s or advanced degree is a plus.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package will be offered, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and the scale and complexity of the role.
Qualified Applicants should apply directly to our Executive Search Team at https://jobs.candidate.kornferry.com/go/ext/KO0LMX/242
We're celebrating 75 years of service to Texas school boards.
We're a nonprofit, nonpartisan, education association that serves Texas school boards — the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state. The Texas Association of School Boards is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide educational association established in 1949 to serve local Texas school boards — the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state with more than 7,000 school board trustees. Our mission is to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren through advocacy, visionary leadership, and high-quality services to school districts. TASB has 75 years of experience with Texas public schools and provides assistance in all areas of public-school governance and operation with high-quality solutions and services designed to support the critical work of educating the millions of public schoolchildren in our state. For decades, nearly all school boards in Texas have been active members of TASB — giving us the opportunity to coalesce and amplify school trustees’ voices across the state. Our longstanding membership rate is the result of keeping the needs of school boards — and their districts — at the heart of everything we do. The initial focuses of TASB — advocacy, training, and information resources — are as important today as they were in the beginning. And as schools have had to respond to inevitable challenges, so has TASB responded with innovative solutions and services that seek to minimize the operational burdens of government and keep taxpayer resources for the benefit of local schools and their communities. Besides legal, policy, and human resources support, member school boards have access to risk management services, investment and insurance assistance, a purchasing cooperative, an energy cooperative, facility services, special population consulting, and more.
Offices: 12007 Research Blvd., Austin, Texas 78759, US
We're celebrating 75 years of service to Texas school boards.
We're a nonprofit, nonpartisan, education association that serves Texas school boards — the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state. The Texas Association of School Boards is a voluntary, nonprofit, nonpartisan, statewide educational association established in 1949 to serve local Texas school boards — the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state with more than 7,000 school board trustees. Our mission is to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren through advocacy, visionary leadership, and high-quality services to school districts. TASB has 75 years of experience with Texas public schools and provides assistance in all areas of public-school governance and operation with high-quality solutions and services designed to support the critical work of educating the millions of public schoolchildren in our state. For decades, nearly all school boards in Texas have been active members of TASB — giving us the opportunity to coalesce and amplify school trustees’ voices across the state. Our longstanding membership rate is the result of keeping the needs of school boards — and their districts — at the heart of everything we do. The initial focuses of TASB — advocacy, training, and information resources — are as important today as they were in the beginning. And as schools have had to respond to inevitable challenges, so has TASB responded with innovative solutions and services that seek to minimize the operational burdens of government and keep taxpayer resources for the benefit of local schools and their communities. Besides legal, policy, and human resources support, member school boards have access to risk management services, investment and insurance assistance, a purchasing cooperative, an energy cooperative, facility services, special population consulting, and more.
Offices: 12007 Research Blvd., Austin, Texas 78759, US
