Independent Contractor to serve as Executive Director

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Summary: The Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN) is a non-profit 501 (c) (6) organization seeking a candidate to serve as the association’s Executive Director. The Executive Director manages the Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN) under the direction of the Executive Board. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, financial record keeping, managing association membership records and communications, marketing and publications, association meetings and conferences. The Executive Director actively participates in formulating all association goals, objectives, and related policies and procedures. Within that framework, this position plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, controls, and recommends new internal operating policies and procedures and directs programs and activities to advance the growth and progress of the association. 

This position works closely with the Executive Board to ensure the association’s financial accountability, efficiency, and stability and ensures that the strategic plans are fully implemented. industry, and the public to assure every child an opportunity to receive the benefits of the nutrition education programs.

About TASN: The Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN)is a non-profit organization has almost 6,000 members with a current annual budget of about $1.3 million. The mission of the association is to “empower, support, and advance the community of school nutrition.”

Key Responsibilities of Position:

Leadership & Management: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to advance the mission of TASN. Oversee day-to-day operations, including program support and development, financial management, and coordination of the Annual State Conference and Industry Exhibit Hall. 

The Executive Director is responsible for effectively managing the affairs of the Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN), responding to the needs of members, and assisting the Executive Board in reaching the goals set forth by the association. The Executive Director also must manage the existing support staff at TASN headquarters that includes a full time Education/Membership Manager, a full time Administrative/Exhibits Assistant, a contracted part time Marketing/Communications Manager, and a contracted part time Meeting/Event Planner.

Position Requirements:

Education/Experience: A bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred. A combination of experience and education will be considered.

Knowledge and Experience: Knowledge of school nutrition or association management is highly desirable with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a Leadership role preferably related to nutrition.

Miscellaneous Requirements:

Must have a valid Driver's License. Must have reliable Transportation. Must have strong knowledge and use of technology. Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Must have a fully functional home office to include a reliable phone, scanner, printer, computer, and internet services.

Must have the desire and ability to travel to represent TASN in local, state, and national events. Travel expenditures for these events will be reimbursed according to established policies and procedures and budget approval. Hotel reimbursement will be provided for a regular room. Specific conference(s) to attend will be decided annually at the time the budget is developed.