Director of Outreach – Training

Illinois Association of School Boards

. Partner with IASB division leadership to implement division bylaws and plan, promote, and execute at least two division meetings or events annually .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeLombard • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $70,000 - $99,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning and executing educational events and professional development sessions while aligning content with governance best practices and legal updates. Strong capabilities in communication, organization, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders are essential.

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Event PlanningProfessional Development DesignPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Event ExecutionTraining Content AlignmentWorkshop CoordinationProposal SubmissionGovernance Guidance

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsEffective Public RelationsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Professional SuiteElectronic File Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Illinois Driver's License

Industry Keywords

School Board GovernanceEducational TrendsLegal UpdatesDiverse BackgroundsPerformance Reviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with IASB division leadership to implement division bylaws and plan, promote, and execute at least two division meetings or events annually
Design and deliver customized professional development sessions for school boards and superintendent governance teams
Align training content with educational trends, legal updates, and governance best practices
Collect participant feedback and submit post-session reports
Consult with assigned districts to assess needs and provide school board governance guidance
Facilitate communication with related member organizations and document meetings
Perform Key Staff Responsibilities for assigned services
Maintain organized procedures and electronic and paper files
Supervise and evaluate assigned administrative staff and conduct annual performance reviews
Participate in developing and improving outreach services, tools, and resources
Attend the Joint Annual Conference and perform assigned duties
Develop and present school board governance content at conferences, division meetings, and other Illinois opportunities
Submit proposals to state and national conferences and present accepted proposals
Respond promptly and courteously to phone calls, emails, and other communications
Serve as a customer resource regarding IASB programs, products, structure, and operations
Maintain Microsoft Office and other software skills through professional development
Attend meetings that may require overnight travel
Maintain accurate calendars and reliable attendance
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team-based environment
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds
Ability to self-start and work without close supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent grammar
Strong public speaking and presentation skills
Effective public relations skills
Ability to plan, coordinate, and conduct programs, workshops, and meetings
Ability to work a combination of days, evenings, and weekends
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional Suite and other job-related software
Valid Illinois driver’s license
Ability to lift, move, and safely handle boxes and materials up to 25 pounds
School board member, education and/or professional training or facilitation experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Holidays, vacation and sick time
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement benefits
Hybrid schedule following 30 days of employment
Mileage and reasonable travel reimbursement
Professional development opportunities