Chief of Strategic Alignment & Innovation EXEMPT - RB 14-75
Summary
| Title: | Chief of Strategic Alignment & Innovation EXEMPT - RB 14-75 |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1489 |
| Department: | Other |
| Location: | City Hall |
| Division: | Contract (Exempt) |
| Type: | N/A |
Description
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN 14-75 CHIEF OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT &
SEPTEMBER 29, 2014 INNOVATION - EXEMPT
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION:
The Interim Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Donald A. Ogilvie, 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 which includes evidence of participation in professional development.
Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.
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. Experience as a secondary principal would be important to success in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation. Candidates with 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.
Currently, BPS has 58 schools serving approximately 34,000 students, of whom 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch and 77% are students of color. Of the 58 schools in the district, 28 have been given “priority” status by the state and 16 more have been given “focus” status. Within the district, a sizable number of students do not meet state standards, and only about half of those who attend high school graduate with a diploma. The Superintendent is building a talented and committed leadership team with the intent of moving BPS towards the ambitious goal of preparing all students for success.
POSITION:
The Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will play a crucial role in ensuring that BPS realizes its district and school transformation goals. Serves as a key member of the district’s Executive Team representing all functional areas of district, the Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will be accountable for implementation of district-wide priorities.
The Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will act as 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 School and form 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
- The District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP)
- Pathways to graduation (career and technical education, alternative education, student leadership development)
- Inter-scholastic Athletics
- Student registration and placement
- Pupil personnel services
- Student support services
- Community and business partnerships
- Adult and continuing education
- Family and parent engagement
- Compliance plans
KEY COMPETENCIES
Individuals serving as Chief of Strategic Alignment and Innovation will demonstrate the following:
- Successful experience in building a high performance team
- Strategic outlook and ability to lead with a systems perspective
- Engaging and effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Capacity to identify, diagnose, and prioritize key issues
- Skills for effective delegation and follow-through
- Willingness to empower others in order to craft innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems
- Outstanding project management skills
APPOINTMENT:
Appointment will be made by the Interim Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials and evaluation of service. Individual and group interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.
SALARY: By contractual agreement. Salary range of $125,000 - $145,000
FINAL DATE
FOR FILING: October 24, 2014 (or until the position is filled)
STARTING
DATE: On or about January 1, 2015
DONALD A. OGILVIE,
INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
