NOTICE OF PROJECTED POSITION OPENING

Director - Legislative and Community Affairs

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Supports the Superintendent in establishing and implementing a comprehensive communication link between state and national legislators, school superintendents, school board trustees, county and local government officials, and other key individuals and groups on legislative issues affecting the CISD and its constituent districts. Assists the Superintendent with coordination of district communication and marketing projects and programs, information and funding research, advertising, and special events. Assists in preparing information on behalf of the Superintendent for school district personnel, media representatives, and community partners for the purpose of advancing awareness of the programs and services provided by the intermediate school district.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor legislation, follow and participate in hearings, collect and disseminate information and on occasion, testify on behalf of the Calhoun ISD or constituent districts and provide regular reports to constituent district officials.
Responsible for maintaining and supporting a portfolio of clients by providing strategic guidance on legislative and education policy issues. This includes monitoring relevant policy developments, preparing briefings and analyses, and engaging with policymakers to advance client interests.
Serve on state committees and organizations that influence legislation and policy.
Serve as Superintendent’s special designee with individuals, groups, agencies and institutions when requested.
Assist Superintendent in providing current legislative bill status.
Represent the Calhoun ISD on state and county associations as appropriate, as directed by the Superintendent.
Represent the organization on internal project teams, countywide collaborative initiatives, and as a member of the statewide school management lobbyists.
Gather, compile, disseminate and present statistical, demographic, and market trend data reports upon request.
Responsible for communication, data collection, analysis and presentation for meetings, local district updates, and for outside agencies as directed by the Superintendent.
Provide reports, supporting documentation and technical assistance relative to legislation and education policy to local district Superintendents and School Boards.
Develop and implement opportunities for stakeholder and community feedback, and assist with interpretation of feedback in order to implement solutions.
Establishes timelines and communicates project status with the Superintendent and Cabinet.
Serve as a resource on educational funding and legislative issues.
Serve in special administrative assignments as requested by the Superintendent.
Provide excellent customer service in accordance with the district and department expectations for both internal and external customer requests.
Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, professional personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures.
Adhere to Board Policies.
Maintain Confidentiality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, public policy, public relations, public administration, political science or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Five (5) years of successful experience in public education preferred. Demonstrated successful experience in government relations required. Experience supervising and evaluating employees preferred.
Candidates must be a registered lobbyist or eligible and willing to become registered upon hire, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local regulations. Prior experience navigating lobbying compliance requirements is strongly preferred.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to write and edit copy and evaluate promotional materials. Ability to evaluate publications and information on a website. Must have an understanding of public schools, educational policy development and the legislative process and demonstrated successful grant writing skills. Experience in the utilization of technology to develop and manage communication programs, legislative issues, and grants. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the school community. Ability to organize and follow through on multiple tasks. Demonstrated mental/physical ability and stamina for meeting the essential duties of the position. Discretion with confidential information. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to maintain a calm, poised and professional image at all times.

DATE POSITION IS OPEN: July 1, 2025

DATE POSTING IS CLOSED: April 29, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. or until filled (Internal & External)

SALARY RANGE: Step 1 $102,399 to Step 5 $124,467

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to our website at www.calhounisd.org and click on the Employment tab to complete an online application. Cover letters should be addressed to Jessica Clothier, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 17111 G Drive North, Marshall MI 49068.

CALHOUN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Notice of Complaint/Grievance Procedure for

Federal and State Laws

A. Non-discrimination Notice

It is the policy of the Calhoun Intermediate School District to provide an equal opportunity for all individuals and not to discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, marital status or age in its programs, services, activities or employment. With respect to employment, the District does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the district's nondiscrimination policies.

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

Calhoun Intermediate School District

17111 G Drive North

Marshall, MI 49068

(269)781-5141

(269)781-7071

B. Complaint/Grievance Procedure Notice

I. Any person believing that the Calhoun Intermediate School District or any of the District's staff has inadequately applied the principles and/or regulations of non-discrimination laws or district non-discrimination policies may bring forward a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator.

Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

Calhoun Intermediate School District

17111 G Drive North

Marshall, MI 49068

(269)781-5141

(269)781-7071

II. The person who believes s/he has a valid basis for grievance shall discuss the grievance informally and on a verbal basis with the District's Civil Rights Coordinator, who shall in turn investigate the complaint and reply with verbal answer to the complainant. S/He may initiate formal procedures according to the following steps:

Step 1

A written statement of the grievance signed by the complainant shall be submitted to the District's Civil Rights Coordinator within five (5) business days of receipt of answers to the informal complaint. The Coordinator shall further investigate the matters of grievance and reply in writing to the complainant within five (5) business days.

Step 2

If the complainant wishes to appeal the decision of the District's Civil Rights Coordinator, s/he may submit a signed statement of appeal to the Superintendent of Schools within five (5) business days after receipt of the Coordinator's response. The Superintendent shall meet with all parties involved, formulate a conclusion and respond in writing to the complainant within ten (10) business days.

Step 3

If the complainant remains unsatisfied, s/he may appeal through a signed written statement to the Board of Education within five (5) business days of his/her receipt of the Superintendent's response in step two. In an attempt to resolve the grievance, the Board of Education shall meet with the concerned parties and their representative within twenty (20) business days of the receipt of such an appeal. A copy of the Board's disposition of the appeal shall be sent to each concerned party within ten (10) business days of this meeting.

The District's Coordinator, on request, will provide a copy of the District's grievance procedure and investigate all complaints in accordance with this procedure.

A copy of each of the Acts and the regulations on which this notice is based may be found in the District Coordinator's office.

PROJECTED: Director- Legislative and Community Affairs