njsbanewsThe New Jersey School Boards Association 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.