Top 17 Executive director Jobs in Birmingham, Al

Executive Director of Academics
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
- $149,025 - $168,300 a year
- School experience
- 5 years
- Master's degree
Executive Director - Alabama Region
Braven —Birmingham, AL
- $170,000 - $212,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Public speaking
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Executive Director
Temple Emanu-El —Birmingham, AL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- Finance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sr. Business Director - Gulf Coast, AL - Immunology
Eli Lilly —Birmingham, AL
- $157,500 - $231,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr Director of Dining Services
Morrison Healthcare —Birmingham, AL
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Maintenance
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Sr. Director, Logistics
Wheatland Tube, LLC —Birmingham, AL
- $160,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Flatbed truck
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CEO In Training (CIT)
Cornerstone Service Center —Moody, AL
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- On-the-job training
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Senior Director - Materials Management
UAB Medicine —Birmingham, AL
- $126,470 - $205,515 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
SENIOR DIRECTOR-DEVELOPMENT II-HSOM
University of Alabama at Birmingham —Birmingham, AL
- $104,045 - $135,000 a year
- Day shift
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- HIPAA
- 8 years
Senior Medical Director
Oak Street Health —Birmingham, AL
- $184,112 - $396,550 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Outpatient experience
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
IT Senior Audit Director
Regions —Hoover, AL
- $145,551 - $190,990 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior Director, Program Management and IT
RAMPART IC LLC —Birmingham, AL
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- Computer Science
- Office
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Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture
Motion Industries (MOT) —Birmingham, AL
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- 11+ years
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Executive Director of Academics

Alabama State Department of Education -
Birmingham, AL

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Job Details

$149,025 - $168,300 a year

Qualifications

Curriculum implementation management in an education administration role
School experience
Staff supervision
Faculty evaluation
Team member evaluation
Educational technology integration
Performance feedback (performance evaluation method)
Improving operational efficiency
Master's degree
Driver's License
Principal Certification
Managing education teams
Educational program evaluation
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Process improvement planning
School district office leadership
Teaching
Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
K-12 education instructional development

Full Job Description

Job Title - Executive Director of Academics

Supervisor: Superintendent

Job Goals:

To provide the strategic direction and operational oversight necessary to supervise school leaders, align curriculum, and drive continuous improvement to ensure equitable, high-level student achievement district-wide.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Alabama Professional Leadership Certificate in instructional leadership, supervision or administration.

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration, or related field.

Minimum of:
a. Five (5) years successful teaching experience; and
b. Five (5) years successful building-level administrative experience as a principal; and
c. Central office leadership experience preferred.

Demonstrated record of improving student achievement and school performance.

Experience supervising and evaluating school administrators and instructional leaders.

Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional leadership, assessment systems, school improvement processes, and educational accountability.

Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex educational environment.

Experience leading district-wide instructional initiatives or school turnaround efforts.

Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), instructional technology integration, and continuous improvement frameworks.

Experience managing large teams and cross-departmental collaboration.

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.

Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.

Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or state law may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the district’s academic vision, instructional priorities, and strategic plan.

Leads district-wide efforts to improve student achievement, instructional effectiveness, graduation rates, and college/career readiness outcomes.

Collaborates with the Superintendent and executive leadership team to establish measurable academic goals and monitor progress toward district priorities.

Develops and communicates high expectations for teaching, learning, leadership, and student support across all schools.

Uses data-driven decision-making to identify district needs, monitor performance trends, and implement targeted improvement strategies.

Evaluates the effectiveness of principals and area directors through regular performance monitoring, coaching, and feedback.

Builds leadership capacity among principals and school administrators through mentoring, professional learning, and leadership development initiatives.

Oversees school improvement planning and ensures accountability for academic performance and operational effectiveness.

Conducts school visits and instructional walkthroughs to monitor instructional quality, student engagement, and implementation of district initiatives.

Supports principals in addressing school culture, climate, discipline, staffing, instructional concerns, and stakeholder engagement.

Ensures consistent implementation of high-quality instructional practices across all schools.

Leads district assessment systems and analyzes academic performance data to guide instructional improvement efforts.

Ensures alignment among curriculum, instruction, intervention programs, assessments, and professional learning.

Oversees district professional development programs for teachers, administrators, and instructional staff.

Ensures professional learning opportunities are aligned with district initiatives and student achievement goals.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, board policies, accreditation requirements, and accountability standards related to academics and instruction.

Assists in the development and oversight of departmental budgets and allocation of academic resources.

Oversees implementation of district academic policies, procedures, and instructional expectations.

Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.

Acts in a professional and ethical manner and adheres to professional standards at all times.

Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.

Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.

Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.

Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors students in the care, maintenance, and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.

Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.

Performs any additional job duties and responsibilities required for this position.

Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment: As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

Approved: June 25, 2026
Jefferson County School System
Executive Director of Academics

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