NJSBA is seeking to fill two positions at the Association.
Field Service Representative The Field Service Representative (FSR) will serve as the primary Association contact and provide services to school districts in northeastern New Jersey. Key responsibilities include:
- Promote training and provide dues-based individualized services, programs and training to meet the specific needs of all local boards. Generate revenue through fee-based services.
- Respond to requests for information and provide consultation and assistance to local boards, board members and administrators, as needed.
- Provide professional support, develop, present and market NJSBA at county school boards association meetings, programs and activities.
- Develop and deliver state-mandated training in areas of student achievement, finance, curriculum and superintendent evaluation.
- Develop and deliver effective presentations to staff, membership, and groups outside the Association.
- Perform other Association duties.
The ideal candidate must be able to work collaboratively with multiple constituents, and represent the operation broadly within and outside the Association. Effective consultative skills including problem identification, problem analysis and problem resolution skills are required.
Candidates must be exceptionally detail-oriented, highly motivated, creative and organized, and have the ability to execute projects on extremely tight deadlines. A valid driver’s license and automobile are required, as is a high level of proficiency in MS Office/Word, Excel and Outlook.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and knowledge of public education and school board governance are required. Candidates must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends and have the capability to work from home.
The position is available on or before July 1, 2015. Please submit your resume to Linda Rottloff, human resources assistant.
County Activities Coordinator NJSBA seeks a County Activities Coordinator who will facilitate leadership development in the northern counties through regional programming for local board of education members.
The County Activities Coordinator will work with county school boards association officers to plan and oversee programs; present and/or moderate at training programs; serve as the direct contact with educators, trainers and other officials who serve as presenters at the county meetings; coordinate county/regional legislative forums; serve as direct contact with local legislators; and analyze school board member knowledge and needs to identify training topics and develop programming.
The position requires travel throughout the northern part of the state, a flexible schedule, and the ability to work evenings; a candidate must have a valid driver’s license and automobile.
The position requires strict attention to detail, and the candidate must possess the ability to work collaboratively with multiple constituents and represent the operation broadly within and outside the Association. A successful candidate will be highly motivated, creative and organized, with the ability to execute projects on extremely tight deadlines. A high level of proficiency in MS Office/Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required; knowledge of public education and school board governance preferred.
The position is available on or before July 1, 2015. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume along with salary requirements to Linda Rottloff, human resources administrative assistant.
NJSBA complies with the “New Jersey First Act.” This law requires all NJSBA employees, hired on or after Sept. 1, 2011, to currently reside in New Jersey or relocate within one year of their hire date.