Job Description

Position Summary

Ensures the effective and efficient delivery of instructional programs in a large, urban school district. Assumes full responsibility for the function, contributing to the organization's overall strategy. Provides leadership and direction to multiple teams through lower-level leadership and management. Creates and inspires the organization's overall vision, mission, and strategic goals.

Essential Job Duties

• Oversees daily operations of all departments and work units within the division, ensuring effective personnel management and precise definition of roles and responsibilities.
• Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance of departments and work units, maintaining ultimate responsibility for their fiscal management.
• Ensures administration of instructional programs complies with federal, state, and local laws, Georgia Department of Education requirements, as well as Board policies and regulations.
• Leads the development, evaluation, and improvement of service delivery models to meet legal requirements and achieve Board goals.
• Defines objectives for each department or work unit in the division; develops short-range and long-range plans with necessary resources to support these goals.
• Provides executive leadership in alignment with Board goals, school district initiatives, and community needs; maintains current knowledge on curriculum trends to advise Superintendent on action courses.
• Assists in formulating board policies by providing data/information; collaborates across administration segments for policy implementation; administers board policies personally or through delegation.
• Implements approved school district community relations program to inform public about developments; recommends activities promoting positive relationships between DeKalb County School District (DCSD) and community stakeholders.
• Maintains contact with media representatives, community groups/organizations on behalf of the Superintendent; serves as liaison, receiving input from various local agencies.
• Represents DCSD at professional/civic functions while fostering organizational vision/mission through strategic goal setting based on extensive experience/knowledge.
• Oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures required to meet regulatory requirements, operational targets, and financial goals.
• Analyzes data to inform decisions and improve practices.
• Supports the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
• Develops long-term talent plans to execute organizational strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or greater in Curriculum and Instruction or a closely related field with 10+ years of experience required.
• Experience should include a minimum of 10 years as an administrator in a school district setting.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-7, NL-7, PL-7, or eligibility for the NPL certificate in educational leadership

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of DCSD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of budget management and fiscal management practices.
• Knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with federal, state, regional, and local organizations and departments to establish and execute responsibilities.
• Ability to share a compelling vision and strategic direction that inspires others to action, setting high standards and leading others through change.
• Ability to apply vast experience, knowledge of macro and micro factors, and clear vision to guide the organization's impact.
• Ability to solve highly complex multi-dimensional problems.
• Ability to create overall organizational growth strategies internally and influence the external marketplace.
• High level of financial literacy, and the ability to maintain accountability for financial plans and goals.
• Ability to oversee policies and processes that have a significant operational and financial impact on the organization.
• Ability to make critical strategic decisions that have a significant impact on the organization.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to lead managers and senior managers and align teams toward common goals.
• Superior communication skills and the ability to interact with and influence other organization and industry leaders.
• Ability to represent the organization internally and externally, and coordinate and collaborate with federal, state, regional, and local organizations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Constantly required to exchange accurate information.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Constantly observes details at close range.
• Frequently remains in a stationary position.
• Occasionally moves about inside an office.
• Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Constantly works in an indoor environment.

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