OVERVIEW
The Alabama Music Educators Association is seeking applicants for the position of AMEA Executive Director. This position is appointed by the Governing Board for a yearly term with annual review for reappointment. Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter describing their qualifications and their interest in the executive director position.
TIMELINE
- March 30, 2026: Application deadline
- June 18, 2026: Position appointment
- July 1, 2026: Position starting date
RESPONSIBILITIES
- With the assistance of NAfME, maintain a list of names and addresses of all AMEA current members.
- Conduct elections as described in the AMEA Constitution and Bylaws.
- Assist the President in implementing plans, programs, and initiatives for the AMEA.
- Procure hotel and convention center rates and plan and conduct the exhibits for the AMEA Professional Development Conference.
- With the assistance of the Division Presidents, prepare the program schedule for the AMEA Professional Development Conference.
- Serve as chief financial officer, collect money due to the association, and pay bills incurred by the association.
- File appropriate tax documents with the I.R.S.
- Perform such other duties as the President or Governing Board may direct.
- Attend the meetings of the Governing Board and serve as a non-voting member on the Budget Committee.
- Maintain an accurate directory of exhibitors and vendors for the AMEA Professional Development Conference.
- Supervise the AMEA Staff. In addition to the Executive Director, the current AMEA Staff consists of the Assistant Executive Director, Editor, and Treasurer/Registrar.
- Represent the AMEA at the following meetings:
- NAfME Leadership Assembly
- NAfME Monthly Executive Director Zoom Meetings
- AMEA Governing Board Meeting (June, August, January)
- NAfME Southern Division, Board of Directors At the discretion of the AMEA President or Governing Board.
- The Executive Director may attend and represent AMEA at conferences and meetings of organizations, which they consider to be beneficial to AMEA.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will bring a variety of skills and expertise, including:
- Ability to work independently, as well as maintain a positive working relationship with other staff and the Governing Board.
- Organizational skills.
- Communication skills via phone, email and in-person.
- Proficient computer skills for word processing, spreadsheets, digital publishing, QuickBooks, Adobe Acrobat, and other organization management products.
- Working knowledge of accounting policies and procedures for a non-profit organization, including IRS payroll forms, form 990, etc.
- Bachelor’s degree required (music education preferred).
- Master’s Degree is preferred (music, education, administration, or business preferred).
- At least ten years of successful classroom music eductation experience preferred.
- Maintain membership in NAfME/AMEA.
Term of Appointment
Appointed by the AMEA Governing Board for a yearly term (July 1-June 30), with an annual review for reappointment.
Compensation
Compensation shall be suggested by the Budget Committee with the approval of the Governing Board. Legitimate expenses of the Office should be itemized and presented for reimbursement.
Responsibility to Successor
Upon completion of a term of appointment, the outgoing Executive Director should plan to meet with his/her successor to discuss the responsibilities of the position. All files and data pertaining to the position should be turned over at once to the successor.