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Associate Superintendent of Special Education RB -16-162a
Summary
Title:Associate Superintendent of Special Education RB -16-162a
ID:2737
Department:Other
Location:Other
Division:Contract (Exempt)
Type:N/A
Description
                                                                  BOARD OF EDUCATION
                                                               DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
                                                                        BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202
                                                                       
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #16-162a                                                                        ASSOCIATE SUPERINTENDENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION 
DECEMBER 8, 2016                                                                                                      EXEMPT     
                                
                                                                 
               
                                                            NOTICE OF POSITION
 
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
 
                             ASSOCIATE SUPERINTENDENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
 
APPLICATION:
Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district web site at www.buffaloschools.org/jobs.  Click the "APPLY" button at the bottom of this page to start your application.  Once the form is completed, click the “Submit” button.

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QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree, and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA), or School District Leader (SDL) certificate by the time of appointment.  Candidates must have a minimum of eight (8) years at the supervisory/administrative level in addition to familiarity with student support models. Candidates with Special Education certification and prior administrative experience in special education in an urban school district with a large racially and economically diverse population are preferred.
                                                                       
POSITION:
The Associate Superintendent of Special Education will lead the development and review of policies, systems, and procedures to provide effective and coordinated delivery of special education services to all students, oversee the implementation and evaluation of a strategic plan to enhance District-wide special education services, and supervise the work of the department.

REPORTING:
The Associate Superintendent of Special Education will report to the Chief Academic Officer and will manage a team of professionals in multiple areas, including instructional programming and school placement for students with disabilities, CSE/CPSE (BPS, charter-non-public, bilingual), related services, and staffing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specifically, the Associate Superintendent of Special Education will be responsible for the following:
Leadership

  • Lead the Special Education Department in the implementation of District initiatives
  • Lead the Special Education Department in the implementation of corrective actions and reform
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to District special education infrastructure
  • Lead the development and review of policies, systems, and procedures to provide effective and coordinated delivery of special education services to all students
  • Oversee the implementation and evaluation of a strategic plan to enhance District-wide special education services
  • Ensure efficient procedures for data collection, analysis and monitoring of databases as they pertain to reporting, the efficient placement of special education students, reduction of suspensions for students with disabilities, and delivery of mandated services
  • Oversee the administration of all functions and matters associated with school and district services for students, including collaboration with city departments, community agencies, and business partners to develop intervention and preventive strategies for students 
Strategic Use of Resources
  • Align fiscal and human resources to District priorities
  • Strategically and periodically evaluate District services and programs for students with disabilities; identify opportunities for greater effectiveness, efficiency and cost savings
  • Engage school leaders and instructional experts to ensure effective and efficient delivery of services
  • Ensure appropriate and effective use of technology to enhance instruction and administration of program
 Customer Service
  • Work collaboratively with other divisions within the central office to create streamlined service to school staff
  • Promote transparency and codify processes within the Department of Special Education
  • Build a strong customer service culture within the Department of Special Education
  • Collaborate with community members and leaders and district and school leaders to promote student success
  • Create and implement policies and systems that authentically engage parents and the community
Other duties as assigned
 
KEY COMPETENCIES
The individual serving as Associate Superintendent of Special Education will demonstrate the following:
  • Model the personal and professional behaviors expected of District personnel
  • Strategic vision and courage to ensure that all students achieve
  • Unwavering commitment and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of BPS students
  • Strong knowledge of systems and systems change
  • Thorough knowledge of internal controls and reporting features, including related technological capabilities 
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders
  • Acumen regarding strategic allocation and reallocation of resources
  • Extensive team management experience, including building and managing teams to meet ambitious goals and prioritizing and aligning resources to meet organizational needs
  • Strong problem solving skills, ability to analyze root causes and develop effective solutions as needed
  • Exceptional project management skills and an ability to balance big picture priorities with details
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment will be made by the Superintendent following assessment of training, certifications, experience, credentials and evaluation of service.  Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.
 
SALARY:                   By contractual agreement.
 
                                The Buffalo Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
 
FUNDING:                Pending funding

FINAL DATE
FOR FILING:            DECEMBER 21, 2016

 


 
                                                DR. KRINER CASH,
                                                SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS                       

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