Primary Purpose:

Oversee the operation of several or all districtwide divisions. Support the superintendent in all areas of administrative decision-making and work toward achieving those decisions.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Master’s degree in education or equivalent
Valid Texas superintendent or principal certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of district-level departments
Knowledge of school law and hearing procedures
Knowledge of educational research, strategies, laws, and policies
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction practical application and TEA processes
Skill in leading efforts to design, implement, measure, and improve educational programs and services
Ability to manage strategic change for the organization
Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and data
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

5 years of successful administrative and leadership experience in education

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

District Management:

Provide organizational leadership to assigned departments as directed by the superintendent. Assist the superintendent in the daily responsibilities for assigned departments.
Serve as a contributing part of the superintendent’s cabinet.
Develop, recommend, implement, and evaluate long-range plans and projects as directed by the superintendent.
Facilitate Strategic Plan Goal teams including incremental progress checks and annual reporting.
Oversee budget preparation for assigned departments and schools and make recommendations to the superintendent.
Oversee forecasting of personnel needs for schools and assigned areas and make recommendations to the superintendent.
Ensure a high degree of uniformity in school-related curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Support the implementation of school safety plans.
Oversee the evaluation of campus administration with the assistance of the superintendent’s cabinet.
Oversee and implement attendance zoning of schools, managing transfer procedures and transfer requests.
Address parent or community complaints/grievances that elevate beyond campus principals and district directors.
Assist with procedures for situations compromising the safety of students and/or staff such as posted, communicated, or other possible threats.
Oversee development of the district’s academic calendar.
Oversee the planning of monthly Principal PLC meetings including Leadership Kickoff in July and Convocation in August.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show progress on performance objectives that address academic excellence indicators, campus improvement plans, and district long-range plans.
Ensure implementation and compliance of policies established by federal and state law and State Board of Education rules, and local board policy.
Assist the superintendent with TEA rules, laws, and policies related to adopting and implementing curriculum resources, and compliance with state testing requirements.
Ensure administration is aware of developments and changes in state, federal, and local laws affecting education.
Oversee and/or facilitate the District Advisory Committee, the School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC), and the School Library Advisory Committee.

Personnel Management:

Conduct investigations related to allegations of misconduct or impropriety by district staff as requested by the superintendent.
Select, train, evaluate, and supervise department staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Develop training options and improvement plans for department staff to enhance the effectiveness of department operations.

Communication and Community Relations:

Facilitate communication and collaboration among assigned department personnel, district personnel, and campus administrators to enhance service delivery, program development, and customer satisfaction.
Maintain a high degree of visibility within the community and school district.
Demonstrate awareness of district and community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
Represent the superintendent and district before school and community groups and governmental bodies as requested.
Advise and provide information to the superintendent’s staff, Board of Trustees, district administrators, and others as necessary.

Other:

Attend board meetings and make presentations when appropriate and/or requested.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
Compile, maintain, file, and present all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of assigned personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Executive Director of Schools and Leadership