President (Hinckley, Maine)

Seeking a collaborative, strategic and visionary leader with demonstrated success leading
organization(s) supporting youth. The successful candidate will lead both Good Will-Hinckley
(with a history of over 125 years supporting children and young adults) and the Maine Academy
of Natural Sciences (the first charter school in the State of Maine). This position reports to the
GWH Board of Directors and the MeANS Board of Directors
Critical components of this charge include:
Fulfillment and advancement of the mission of GWH/MeANS and its programs
Oversight of educational programs; operations; finance; and admissions
Forming productive partnerships with private and public interests and agencies
Development/Advancement, fund raising, and communications efforts
Cultivating a collaborative and transparent organizational culture
Successful Leadership Experience

Successful experience leading complex not-for-profit organizations serving children and

youth. (preferred)
Successful management of financial systems, budgeting, facilities development, and
fundraising. (required)
Administrative experience in strategic planning, assessment/evaluation of staff, institutional
changes, and technology implementation. (required)
Experience working with legislators, state policy makers, and governmental agencies.
(required)
Recent and relevant experience as a school administrator. (preferred)
Significant experience in creating and sustaining strong academic programs focused on
student learning. (preferred)
Experience developing partnerships with K-12, four-year institutions, and business and
industry. (required)
Masters degree required; earned doctorate preferred.

Some Personal and Professional Qualities

The President must have the ability and mobility to serve a rural service area; local, regional,
and national travel required. Must be able to work on a basis of available as work demands
in addition to a fixed schedule. Must be available to meet the needs of the institution,
regardless of time of day or day of week. (required)

Superior communication/public relation skills in representing GWH and MeANS to its public
and private constituencies. High visibility and community involvement is expected.
(preferred)

Submit letter of interest, resume, and salary/benefit requirements to:

President Search Committee, c/o:
Natalie S Jones, SPHR
Drake Inglesi Milardo, Inc.
50 Portland Pier
Suite 300
Portland, ME 04101
Or by email at: nsjones@dimihr.com
All packets must be complete before moving on through the Search Process. Application
packets will be accepted until March 8, 2015.