Central Office Director (Anticipated)

Central Office Director

****This Direct would be responsible for working with Student Services****

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Master's degree with a major in educational administration or equivalent degree based upon assignment.
2. Certification in Educational Leadership, School Principal or Professional School Principal, or Administration and Supervision or equivalent certification based upon assignment.
3. Five years successful teaching or administrative experience in public education or other equivalent experience as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
4. Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

SALARY LEVEL: Based on board approved salary schedule

FLSA : Exempt

REPORTS TO : Superintendent/Designee

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

REQUIRED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include, but not be limited to) :

1. Coordinate and direct system programs as assigned by the superintendent.
2. Facilitate communication and collaboration with parents, community agencies, businesses, schools and state entities to enhance the services provided by district programs.
3. Assist schools in the development and implementation of specified programs plan and initiatives.
4. Coordinate activities of specific programs with all instructional programs, grants, and state initiatives to enhance academic achievement at all grade levels.
5. Prepare, monitor, report, and evaluate budgets, program applications, and inventories in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations.
6. Utilize appropriate administrative strategies and problem-solving tools to make effective decisions regarding planning, utilization of resources, equitable distribution of resources, service delivery, and evaluation of programs.
7. Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement and take appropriate action.
8. Prepare and coordinate evaluations of various programs.
9. Supervise assigned personnel, conduct regular performance appraisals, and make recommendations for appropriate employment actions according to current regulations and policies.
10. Maintain expertise in assigned areas of responsibility, including laws and guidance, current trends, and best practices.
11. Respond to inquiries, directives, and concerns in a timely manner.
12. Recommend appropriate policies and procedures to system administration to improve programs and services.
13. Prepare or oversee the preparation of all required reports, proposals and plans and maintain all appropriate records and documentation of specific program activities.
14. Serve on system, state, or community councils or committees as assigned or appropriate.
15. Keep system administration informed of potential problems, initiatives, or program implementation requirements.
16. Develop goals and objectives consistent with and in support of system goals and priorities.
17. Facilitate, direct, and/or initiate local school and system advisory committees as appropriate for the various components of district programs.
18. Attend training sessions, conferences and workshops as assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs and legal issues.
19. Promote positive collaboration and shared decision-making with system level and local school leadership in the development and implementation of successful district programs.
20. Cooperate with system administration and school leaders as appropriate to integrate specific programs with school improvement initiatives, assessment/accountability activities, summer schools, extended day programs, preschools programs, parent involvement programs, grant writing, personnel recruitment and retention efforts, and leadership training.
21. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1. Knowledge of curriculum development, supervision, effective classroom practices and staff development principles.
2. Knowledge and expertise in scientifically based strategies and instruction.
3. Knowledge of the laws, policies, procedures and practices as it relates to district programs.
4. Knowledge of all Federal laws, policies, procedures and practices as it relates to public education.
5. Knowledge of governmental and school system budgeting procedures.
6. Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills.
7. Ability to be efficient and effective with Microsoft Office Programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher and Access.
8. Ability to communicate effectively either verbally or in writing.
9. Knowledge of board policies and procedures.
10. Ability to use effective public relations skills necessary for the successful implementation of assessment programs, the coordination of committees and collaborative groups and maintain productive relationships among colleagues as well as those supervised.
11. Knowledge and ability to use various forms of education technology.
12. Knowledge of board and State Department policies and procedures for the administration of all assessments.
13. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensive work environment.

EVALUATION :

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

SOURCE : Dothan City Schools, Dothan, Alabama

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