executive Director

Posted July 18, 2025

The Fund for Public Education
Location: Teton County, WY
Salary: N/A

The Fund for Public Education, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting public schools in Teton County, Wyoming, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director. This full-time leadership role involves advancing the organization’s mission through strategic planning, fundraising, program management, and community partnerships. Reporting to the Board of Directors and working closely with the TCSD#1 Superintendent, the Executive Director oversees a range of impactful programs serving nearly 3,000 students and more than 500 staff across ten public schools. Responsibilities include leading a team of staff and contractors, managing $1M+ in annual fundraising efforts, overseeing wellness and scholarship programs, guiding communications strategy, and fostering strong relationships with donors, the community, and the school district.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of nonprofit leadership experience and a proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and program execution. They must be adept in fiscal management, staff development, and navigating a variety of stakeholders in a politically sensitive environment. Preferred qualifications include over 8 years of nonprofit leadership, experience in public education or school foundations, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, and familiarity with tools such as Raiser’s Edge and QuickBooks Nonprofit. Knowledge of Teton County’s philanthropic landscape is also a plus.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates should please send their resume to Careers@FundForPublicEducation.org. Please include a cover letter including salary requirements and your timeline for availability. Applications will be reviewed by the Board of Directors and candidates will be contacted by phone or email with further information. This position will remain open until filled.