Chief Executive Officer

The American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) invites applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  Established in 1885, AAHPERD is an alliance of professional associations providing leadership in health, physical education, recreation, sport, and dance.  With headquarters in Reston, Virginia (near Washington, D.C.), the Alliance has a membership of approximately 22,000 professionals.

The CEO is the chief operating officer, with full responsibilities for the performance of the headquarters staff.  The CEO works with the staff and elected leaders in performing duties as determined by the Board of Governors.

Qualifications:

*An earned doctorate (or equivalent professional experience)

*Five years of managerial and administrative experience in planning, supervision, and fiscal management

*Five years of executive level administrative experience

*Successful experience in external resource fundraising and development

*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

*A high standard of professional integrity

*Leadership ability in supervising a diverse 80-member staff

*Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and work cooperatively with elected volunteer leaders

*Commitment to social justice and diversity

*Ability to maintain and promote positive relationships with liaison organizations

*An understanding of the HPERD professions and AAHPERD

Candidates must submit:

*Current resumé or vita

*Letter addressing the qualifications

*Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references

Application deadline is January 4, 2010.  Applications will be reviewed beginning January 6, 2010.  A final selection is expected by April 2010 with the position beginning the first of September.  Address applications to:

                                                         Chair, AAHPERD CEO Search Committee

                                                                        1900 Association Drive

                                                                           Reston, VA  20191

                                                                          LRash@aahperd.org

 AAHPERD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer