President & CEO

About This Role

This role is for a visionary President & CEO to lead Options Schools, Inc., guiding strategy, operations, and instruction while fostering community partnerships to transform educational outcomes for at-risk youth across Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Execute Board direction within a policy governance framework
• Provide executive oversight of finance, operations, compliance, facilities, technology, safety, and human resources
• Supervise senior leadership including CFO, COO, and Directors
• Ensure accurate state and federal reporting, including IDOE/DEX submissions and accountability metrics
• Oversee financial stewardship, grants management, leases, loans, and fundraising initiatives
• Ensure safe, well-maintained school facilities and effective risk management practices
• Lead community engagement, partnerships, internships, and interagency collaboration
• Represent the organization in legislative advocacy, including work with policymakers, lobbyists, and charter organizations
• Promote academic accountability and implement improvements when performance metrics fall below standards

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline
• Executive or senior leadership experience from the education, nonprofit, or public-sector arenas
• Understanding of charter school governance, finance, compliance, and accountability systems
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and a proven capacity for building relationships
• Familiarity with Indiana Department of Education reporting requirements and charter legislation

Qualifications

• A master’s degree or higher in Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline
• Executive or senior leadership experience from the education, nonprofit, or public-sector arenas

Nice to Have

• Successful experience in grant writing, fundraising, and public advocacy

Benefits