Call for MSERA's next Executive Director

The Board of the Mid-South Educational Research Association (MSERA) intends to appoint an Executive Director. The term of appointment is three years with the option of renewal as agreed upon by the Board and the Executive Director. Selection will be based on (1) the credentials of the nominee, with particular emphasis on a record of leadership and service to MSERA, and (2) the level of released time and financial support by the candidate's institution or organization, including travel, postage, clerical services, and supplies. MSERA will also provide budgetary support for attendance at the Spring Board Meeting and Annual Meeting in the Fall, not to exceed $750 for both, as well as a monthly stipend of $200. 
 

The Executive Director must be a current member of MSERA and reside in one of the MSERA member states during the term of service. The Executive Director of MSERA is responsible for coordinating the work of the Association and serving as an advisor for activities of the Association. They have primary responsibility for performing business functions of the organization, including but not limited to:

1. managing, accounting, and reporting financial information on behalf of the organization,

2. reporting quarterly to the Executive Committee on significant activities, including all monies received and expended on behalf of the organization,

3. coordinating with the President and Budget Advisory Committee preparation of a proposed annual budget for each operational year (January–December) for presentation to the Board at the Spring Board meeting,

4. coordinating the maintenance of the membership records with the Secretary, and 

5. making an annual report to the membership of the organization at the Annual Meeting. 

 

Letters of application must provide details about the nominee's interest in the position and commitment to MSERA, a curriculum vitae, and at least three references. Additionally, the letter of application must include letter(s) of support from the applicant’s institution or organization specifying the institution’s or organization’s support of the applicant in fulfilling this position, as well as the amount of released time and other types of institutional or organizational support.  

Applications are to be submitted electronically to Dr. Kelly Byrd. Applications must be received by midnight Friday, 09/05/2025. Each nomination will be acknowledged electronically. The position of Executive Director of MSERA will remain open until filled.