BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN 17-323                                                                                                       CHIEF OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT &

APRIL 4, 2018                                                                                                                                                             INNOVATION - EXEMPT

                                                                                                    NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION: The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Kriner Cash, seeks applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

CHIEF OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT & INNOVATION

APPLICATION: Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application on the district web site at: www.buffaloschools.org. In addition, all applicants are requested to submit a current resume or curriculum vitae which includes evidence of participation in one’s professional growth and development.

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, with 5-8 years of management experience. Successful experience as a secondary principal would be important to fulfilling the responsibilities of the Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation, but is not required. Candidates with effective prior administrative experience in an urban school district with a large racially and economically diverse population are preferred.

OVERVIEW:

Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Buffalo Public Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career.

Under the leadership of Superintendent Kriner Cash, the Buffalo Public Schools has entered into the New Education Bargain with Students and Parents. Currently, the Buffalo Public Schools is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the District’s 59 schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 34,000 students through the essential elements of the New Education Bargain. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving BPS toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

POSITION:

The Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation plays a crucial role in ensuring that BPS realizes its district and school transformation goals. This individual serves as a key member of the district’s Executive Team representing all functional areas of the district. The Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will be accountable for implementation of key district-wide priorities and initiatives.

The Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will also act as a thought partner, problem solver, and change agent to internal and external stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to getting the job done.

REPORTING

Along with the district’s CFO/COO, Chief Academic Officer, Chief Technology Officer and General Counsel, the Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will be a direct report to the Superintendent of Schools and is a critical member of the district’s Executive Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specifically, the Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will be responsible for the following through the leadership and management of a team of administrators:
 

• Lead the Strong Community Schools strategy encompassing 15 schools, Saturday and evening programs and four parent centers.
• Establish, nurture and guide partnerships with community, collegiate, healthcare, faith-based and business partnerships
• Engage the community stakeholders to serve as critical partners in Strong Community Schools
• Oversee the development and implementation of various contracts with community-based organizations which provide services during the Saturday and after-school programs
• Oversee the Adult and Continuing Education programs and continue to develop the division's synergy with various departments, county, city and community-based organizations. Support the division in finalizing a financial aid program for adult learners and seek additional grant funding to support and expand the opportunities.   
• Lead the Athletic Department's four strategic goals to upgrade the programs and opportunities for student-athletes including:
  • Goal 1: High Student-Athlete Achievement and College Readiness
  • Goal 2: State of the Art Athletic & Wellness Facilities
  • Goal 3: Highly Competitive Athletics Program 
  • Goal 4: Highly Effective Coaches
• Lead the My Brother's Keeper Challenge Grant, expanding the implementation of key strategies including: All Male Academy, internships, pre-natal to prek-k readiness, access to college and advanced placement courses and engagement with accurate history of African Americans, Latinos and others
• Lead the further development of the Best Practices website which captures high quality instruction, processes and services in the Buffalo Public Schools.  The site includes videos, executive summaries and resources for teachers and staff 
• Collaboratively plan, act, assess, monitor and revise all of the initiatives described above and those assigned by the Superintendent
• Use data to identify the return on investment of the various initiatives described above
• Lead the District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) aligning it to the New Education Bargain, Superintendent's evaluations goals, District budget and other key initiatives.    

KEY COMPETENCIES

Individual serving as Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will demonstrate the following:

• Successful experience in building a high performance culture and team
• Serve as a self-starter innovator supporting the Superintendent's vision, goals and objectives
• Strategic outlook and ability to lead with a systems results-oriented perspective 
• Engaging and effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Capacity to identify, diagnose and prioritize key issues
• Advanced skills for effective delegation and follow-through
• Empowers others in order to craft innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems
• High reliability and executes tasks and directives in timely manner
• Outstanding project management skills

APPOINTMENT: Appointment will be made by the Superintendent following assessment of background, experience, credentials, and service. Individual and group interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

EXEMPT: Cabinet level position in the Buffalo Public Schools

SALARY: By contractual agreement. Salary range of $145,000 - $155,000

FINAL DATE

FOR FILING: Until the position is filled

                                                                                                     DR. KRINER CASH

                                                                                           SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS