Marketing Operations Manager

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

About the Los Altos Educational Foundation

The Los Altos Educational Foundation (LAEF) is a parent-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds to supplement public funding for the Los Altos School District (LASD). Since 1982, LAEF has raised over $65 million to ensure a well-rounded education for TK-8 students across nine schools. We believe strong schools are the foundation of a thriving community. In addition to being one of the top-ranking school districts in the nation, all of our schools are recognized as California Distinguished Schools. Join a team that is passionate about ensuring all students receive an excellent education!

Role Overview

As a Marketing and Operations Manager, you will develop and execute the communication strategy and marketing campaigns to increase awareness of LAEF’s impact and drive donor participation. This role manages all organizational communications and provides critical operational support to enable LAEF to achieve its goals.

Status: Full-time, exempt

Reports to: Executive Director

Key Responsibilities

Marketing and Communications

Develop and execute an integrated marketing strategy across all channels.

Oversee graphic design, branding, photography, and collateral production.

Manage messaging for specific giving programs, such as major donor, corporate matching, and business sponsorship campaigns.

Operations

Support the Executive Director and board committees with strategic goals, fundraising campaigns, and events.

Coordinate peer-to-peer outreach.

Maintain data integrity, assist with budgeting and financial reporting, and oversee technology, insurance, and facilities.

Community Relations

Manage relationships with board members across all nine schools.

Act as a point of contact for business sponsors.

Ensure transparent and timely communication between LAEF, the school district leadership, and the PTA leadership.

Qualifications

Experience: 5+ years in marketing, communications, and operations, ideally within a non-profit or educational environment.

Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and Adobe Suite; experience with donor CRMs (Salesforce preferred).

Skills: Exceptional written/verbal communication, digital marketing, storytelling through data, and strong project management skills.

Traits: Meticulous attention to detail, operational grit, ability to handle multiple workstreams, and a passion for public education.

Employment Details

Location: Los Altos, CA (with hybrid flexibility). Requires local travel and light lifting up to 20 lbs.

Schedule: Flexible, with some evenings/weekends for events.

Compensation: Competitive salary plus medical, retirement, and PTO benefits.

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter. Rolling admissions until filled.

LAEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Flexible work from home options available.