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    "description": "<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Executive Director of Friends</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">MISSION:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.</span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">The Executive Director of Friends of Marion P. Thomas Charter School (FMPTCS) is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational management, and real estate development of FMPTCS in support of the long-term growth and sustainability of Marion P. Thomas Charter School. This includes overseeing all aspects of real estate planning and execution, fiscal management, board governance, and community engagement.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Do you have what it takes?</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Five years of direct experience in real estate and operational management</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Knowledge of educational facilities and regulations</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Working knowledge of real estate finance</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Knowledge of construction and redevelopment </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Community development/redevelopment experience</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Ability to work as part of a team</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Strong organization and task management skills</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"> Working knowledge of various real estate financing sources including New Market</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">Tax Credits, Tax Exempt Bonds, HOME, CDBG, LIHTC, Historic Tax Credits, etc.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">Experience working with various government entities including HFA’s, redevelopment authorities, municipalities a bonus but not required</span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">THE ROLE:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Strategic Planning &amp; Leadership</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Partner with the Superintendent to develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Lead the planning and oversight of new real estate development projects that align with MPTCS’s academic and enrollment goals</span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Serve as a non-voting member and Board Secretary for the Friends Board of Directors</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Represent FMPTCS in the broader community, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Real Estate Development &amp; Facilities Oversight</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Oversee and manage real estate development activities for all FMPTCS capital projects</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Develop and manage real estate project budgets, schedules, milestones, and funding strategies</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Coordinate procurement and oversight of architects, engineers, contractors, and legal counsel</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Secure necessary permits, zoning approvals, and regulatory compliance for construction projects</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Lead the completion of accurate, updated Existing Conditions Reports for all MPTCS facilities in collaboration with the Facilities Director and district leadership</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Liaise with the MPTCS Facilities Director and Leadership Team to align facility planning with school needs</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Operational Management</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Oversee day-to-day operations of FMPTCS, including compliance, systems, and reporting</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Review and manage all FMPTCS contracts, vendor agreements, and consultant relationships</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure organizational compliance and effectiveness</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Provide staff management, supervision, and annual evaluations</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Financial Management &amp; Compliance</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Lead operational and budget management for FMPTCS, including financial forecasting and reporting</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Ensure fiscal compliance through timely audits and nonprofit financial reporting</span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Identify and pursue financing sources for development projects, including philanthropic, public, and private funds</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Maintain accurate records of all financial activities and ensure compliance with 501(c)(3) regulations</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Governance &amp; Board Relations</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Coordinate with the Board Chair to prepare agendas, minutes, and materials for board meetings</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Keep the Friends Board of Directors informed about the organization’s performance and strategic issues</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Support board recruitment, training, and development initiatives</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Other Duties</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Build strong relationships with community leaders, philanthropic partners, and elected officials to advocate for FMPTCS</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">☐ Complete special projects and assignments as reasonably directed by the Superintendent and Board of Directors</span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\"><br></span><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold\">Salary range: </span><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">Commensurate with experience</span><span style=\"font-size: 16px; 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