President of School

Executive Opportunity:
President of School

Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany

Location:

Capital Region, New York

Target Appointment Date:
August 1, 2026

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany is seeking a visionary and strategic executive to serve as the President of School for the Catholic Central School and Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons school communities.

This is a newly established position designed to bridge the two campuses under a single, unified mission: to provide a cutting‑edge PK–12 experience that blends a rich tradition of service with modern academic excellence. As the "Chief Executive Officer," the President will focus on the institutional health and external vitality of the schools, working in tandem with Campus Principals who serve as the Chief Academic Officers.

President of School

Catholic Central School & Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons School

Superintendent of Schools

The President serves as the chief executive officer of Catholic Central School (CCS) and Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons School (ND-BG), incorporating the following core competencies:

The President reports to the Superintendent of Schools and is responsible for the supervision of the two Principals.

The Schools

Catholic Central School in Latham, New York, is a diocesan, coeducational Catholic school serving students from pre‑kindergarten through grade eight within the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany. Formed in 2022 through the merger of Saint Ambrose School and Catholic Central High School, it emphasizes academic excellence in a Christ‑centered environment while serving families across the Capital Region. Notre Dame‑Bishop Gibbons School in Schenectady is a coeducational diocesan Catholic school for grades 6–12 with a long history dating back to the mid‑20th century, offering a college preparatory curriculum rooted in Catholic teaching and supported by a strong sense of community and personalized instruction.

• Serve as the chief steward of the Catholic mission and identity of both campuses in fidelity to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the Diocese of Albany.
• Promote a student‑centered culture rooted in faith formation, academic excellence, service, and community.
• Model Gospel values & ensuring that all institutional initiatives reflect Catholic social teaching & diocesan priorities.
• Collaborate with Principals to support a faith‑filled school environment.
• Ensure both campuses maintain safe, welcoming, and mission‑driven environments.

• Develop & implement a comprehensive, multi‑year strategic plan for both campuses.
• Ensure alignment of institutional goals with diocesan priorities & community needs.
• Lead data‑informed decision‑making in enrollment management, program development, institutional advancement, and financial planning.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration, shared services, and innovation between the two schools & with the community at large.
• Evaluate institutional effectiveness & implement continuous improvement practices.
• Provide executive oversight of financial management, budgeting, and long‑term sustainability.
• Collaboration with finance staff & the Consortium Board of Trustees to:
  • Develop & approve annual operating budgets
  • Monitor financial performance
  • Ensure responsible stewardship of resources
  • Maintain appropriate organizational structure & management
• Identify revenue growth opportunities & cost efficiencies.
• Ensure financial transparency & compliance with diocesan policies.

• Serve as the Chief Advancement Officer for both campuses.
• Manage current enrollment & development personnel at both campuses and hire additional support staff, as needed.
• Develop & execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including:
  • Annual fund campaigns
  • Major gifts & planned giving
  • Capital campaigns
  • Alumni engagement initiatives
  • Corporate & foundation partnerships
• Cultivate new & strengthen existing relationships with benefactors, alumni, parish communities, and civic leaders.
• Increase philanthropic support & build a sustainable culture of philanthropy across both school communities.
• Oversee donor stewardship & ensure transparent communication regarding impact.
• Collaborate with the…