Executive Director — Public Education Leadership

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Executive Director at the Board of Public Education in Helena leads statewide public education initiatives, implements board decisions, and guides agency strategy. The role demands strong leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement to advance Montana's elementary and secondary education system.

The successful candidate will manage strategic programs, policy development, and legislative relations, while overseeing operations, budgets, and personnel for the agency.

Qualifications

• Requires leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
• Experience in public administration or education policy is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic program initiatives and agency decisions for statewide education.
• Oversee policy development and legislative engagement for education issues.
• Manage HR, budgeting, and cross-sector collaboration within the agency.
• Represent the Board in public relations and with legislators.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Public service mindset

Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public/Business/Educational Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Executive Director at the Board of Public Education in Helena leads statewide public education initiatives, implements board decisions, and guides agency strategy. The role demands strong leadership, change management, and stakeholder engagement to advance Montana's elementary and secondary education system.

The successful candidate will manage strategic programs, policy development, and legislative relations, while overseeing operations, budgets, and personnel for the agency.