Join the JAG Team
JAG NM is currently looking to fill the following positions:
Executive Director
Overview:
Jobs for America’s Graduates New Mexico (JAG-NM) is an in-school program focused on helping at-risk high school students graduate and prepare them for success beyond high school. JAG-NM is seeking an Executive Director who will be responsible for leading the organization and overseeing its growth and expansion. The JAG-NM Board of Directors is looking to fill this position with a self-starter who can successfully operate in a start-up environment and has a passion for helping New Mexico students succeed.
Position Type:
Full-time
Work from home
Responsibilities and Duties:
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Oversee the JAG-NM program, ensuring the successful implementation of JAG at each school site.
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Manage program staff, providing the leadership required to set each staff member up for success.
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Identify and secure funding for JAG-NM’s sustainability and growth, including legislative appropriations, fundraising, and grant writing.
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Successfully advocate for the JAG-NM program with key stakeholders, including state leaders, legislators, policymakers, educational leaders, the business community, and community leaders.
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Forge partnerships with the private sector to secure support for the JAG-NM program and employer engagement opportunities for JAG students.
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Recruit new schools to the JAG-NM program.
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Develop an annual budget to present to the JAG-NM Board of Directors and manage the financials of the program under the director of the board.
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Manage JAG-NM marketing and communication, including social media.
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Report regularly to the JAG-NM Board of Directors.
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Help manage the Board of Directors' regular meetings. This includes setting up meetings, managing invitations, developing agendas, attending, and ensuring agreed-upon action items are completed.
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Serve as the New Mexico liaison to the national Jobs for America’s Graduates organization.
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Travel to JAG-NM school sites and out-of-state conferences
Qualifications:
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Minimum 3 years managing a not-for-profit or equivalent management experience.
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Government affairs experience is strongly preferred. JAG-NM needs a strong advocate at the State Capitol.
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Fundraising experience is strongly preferred.
Deadline to Apply: August 18, 2023
To Apply, Send a Resume and Letter of Interest to:
Alarie Ray-Garcia
JAG-NM, Board Chair
