The Fountain Hills Coalition is seeking a new executive director.

Current Director Mike Scharnow recently informed the coalition’s board of directors that he intends to resign once a replacement is found.

The coalition has a strong 13-year history in the community within the field of drug and alcohol prevention. The non-profit organization is unique because it brings together a wide variety of “sectors” within the community to work on prevention efforts. Funded by grants and donations through the years, the coalition has been effective in lowering the overall rates of drug and alcohol usage among teens.

Scharnow has been involved with the coalition since its inception, serving on its board of directors for many years while he was editor at The Times. He took over as coalition executive director in the summer of 2021.

The coalition’s board has set a date of May 12 to accept cover letters and applications from those who are interested in applying for the position. Resident Shawn Uphoff, who started last year as program manager for the coalition, will remain in that position.

For a more comprehensive job summary, outline of responsibilities for the position and directions on how to apply, visit fhcoalition.org/careers.