ABOUT THE DISTRICT


Jeffco Public Schools, Colorado's largest K-12 school district, with 85,000 students and approximately 14,000 employees, has provided educational excellence for more than 60 years. Nearly 10 percent of all Colorado K-12 students attend a Jeffco school and our employees benefit from partnerships with experienced, dynamic school leaders throughout our district. Our Jeffco Generations vision document and strategic plan map out with focus and clarity what we expect our schools to accomplish with our graduates. Come join us!

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Pomona opened its doors in 1974 and since then continues to build a strong community with a history of spirit, pride, and tradition. At Pomona, students are challenged and supported both academically and personally. We offer a wide range of Advanced Placement courses in core classes, and also in our arts and elective courses. We have many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses including Woods, Metals, Fashion Design, Culinary Arts, Technical Theater, and Business. We also have the only AVID program in Jeffco Public Schools. Special Education students and second language learners have the support of a caring and experienced staff. 52% of our students are choice enrolled from outside of the Pomona articulation area. Our Core Values are Excellence, Family, Inclusive, Diversity, Spirit, Pride, and Tradition. The Panther Community supports our athletic teams with a commitment to excellence, and the Panther Community also supports the Arts with a commitment to excellence. We strive to empower and equip everybody every day.

ABOUT THE JOB

Start Date - 7/15/19
Activities Director
The following responsibilities are in addition to the general job description:

Academic success for students. Administrative liaison and evaluator. Teacher observations and evaluations. Supervision of athletics and activities; games, events, dances and other evening activities. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders in the Pomona community and articulation area. Provides for the identification of and supervision of club advisors. Assist club advisors and members with the technical aspects of their obligations - budgets, financial procedures, fundraising, and publicity. Monitors all clubs, their budgets and activities. Oversees school and club fundraising activities. Ensure that all clubs/organizations abide by state and federal laws and district policies. Assist new clubs with the development process; provide club advisor and offer training; coordinate planning and activities with advisors to student organizations. Coordinates travel arrangements and overnight accommodations for student activity groups and their advisors. Organize and conduct the annual graduation ceremony and the practice sessions. Administer the district code of conduct in a fair and consistent manner that is within the intent of the code. Student attendance and discipline.
• Other Duties as assigned by principal.

Necessary Skills:

• This position will require positive leadership and communication skills, with the appropriate conflict resolution skills and/or training and a rapport with all staff associated with the school district and community groups.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Ability to exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcome feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ability to communicate well with others.
• Ability to look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organization's goals and values.
• Ability to display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; make timely decisions.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; change approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to follow instructions, respond to supervisory direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information.

SUMMARY As outlined in the Jefferson County Public Schools' School Leadership profile, an individual in this position assists the school leader by providing leadership, community building, instructional leadership, and human and financial resources management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties will also be assigned.
Following is a general summary of the essential duties and responsibilities for this position as outlined in the School Leadership Profile.

• 25% LEADERSHIP: Assists with providing a purpose and direction for the school.
• 25% COMMUNITY BUILDING: Assists with guiding the development of a caring community that includes stakeholders in the school.
• 25% INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP: Assists with focusing on student learning and student success.
• 25% MANAGEMENT: Assists with managing the human and financial resources to ensure an orderly work and learning environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EXPERIENCE : Requirements follow State of Colorado guidelines for principal licensure.
• EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Master's degree or in progress.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Colorado Principal License or eligibility for.
• SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Demonstrated conflict management, problem solving, resource allocation, prioritization, data analysis, collaborative decision making, relationship building, group facilitation, writing, and speaking skills. Demonstrated knowledge and use of District policies, procedures, employee contracts, and legal requirements. Computer and technology skills which include Human Resources; Financial Systems; and communications technology including software, E-mail, and voice mail are a condition of employment and must be obtained within one year after hire.
• DECISION MAKING: Assist principal in the following areas: develop alternatives and make decisions in crises situations; utilize collaborative decision making skills; and apply good judgment to ensure student safety and carry out student discipline. Decision making authority may be delegated to this position, but final decisions are the responsibility of the principal. Errors could affect the reputation of District and/or compromise student safety and the learning environment.
• COMMUNITY RELATIONS: Daily contact with parents, students, and law enforcement officials to exchange information and resolve issues.
• Assist principal in the following areas: Regular contact with vendors, media, legislatures, and government entities to exchange information; with higher education, partnerships, and businesses to exchange information, develop and maintain programs, maintain relationships, and foster program participation; with government agencies, community individuals and groups, transportation officials, and community colleges to exchange information and resolve issues; and with district attorneys to exchange information regarding legal matters.
• SPAN OF CONTROL Directly supervise counselors, teachers, school resource officers, coaches, club sponsors, classified employees, SERS personnel, and others as assigned. Assist principal with carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 07/15/2019Asst Principal Senior (215)
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00, Hours/Day: 8.00, Days/Year: 215
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCA - Administrator - 215 days, P08, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $80,879 - $96,956

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY As outlined in the Jefferson County Public Schools' School Leadership profile, an individual in this position assists the school leader by providing leadership, community building, instructional leadership, and human and financial resources management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Following is a general summary of the essential duties and responsibilities for this position as outlined in the School Leadership Profile.

D 25% LEADERSHIP: Assists with providing a purpose and direction for the school.

D 25% COMMUNITY BUILDING: Assists with guiding the development of a caring community that includes stakeholders in the school.

D 25% INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP: Assists with focusing on student learning and student success.

D 25% MANAGEMENT: Assists with managing the human and financial resources to ensure an orderly work and learning environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE Requirements follow State of Colorado guidelines for principal licensure.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING Master's degree or in progress.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Colorado Principal License or eligibility for.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT Demonstrated conflict management, problem solving, resource allocation, prioritization, data analysis, collaborative decision making, relationship building, group facilitation, writing, and speaking skills. Demonstrated knowledge and use of District policies, procedures, employee contracts, and legal requirements. Computer and technology skills which include Human Resources; Financial Systems; and communications technology including software, E-mail, and voice mail are a condition of employment and must be obtained within one year after hire.

DECISION MAKING Assist principal in the following areas: Determine staffing levels and budget requirements; develop alternatives and make decisions in crises situations; utilize collaborative decision making skills; and apply good judgment to ensure student safety and carry out student discipline. Decision making authority may be delegated to this position, but final decisions are the responsibility of the principal. Errors could affect the reputation of District and/or compromise student safety and the learning environment.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS Daily contact with parents, students, and law enforcement officials to exchange information and resolve issues. Assist principal in the following areas: Regular contact with vendors, media, legislatures, and government entities to exchange information; with higher education, partnerships, and businesses to exchange information, develop and maintain programs, maintain relationships, and foster program participation; with government agencies, community individuals and groups, transportation officials, and community colleges to exchange information and resolve issues; and with district attorneys to exchange information regarding legal matters.

SPAN OF CONTROL Directly supervise counselors, teachers, school resource officers, coaches, club sponsors, classified employees, SERS personnel, and others as assigned. Assist principal with carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATIONAL DELIVERY Assist principal in the following areas: Support the instructional programs of the District by supervising and evaluating teachers and administrators and by developing and implementing school instructional programs. Understand the philosophy of standards based education, the processes of curriculum development and effective models of instruction, and lead their implementation in the schools. Manage the development of curriculum and instructional programs that recognize the contributions of diverse groups and foster success for all students regardless of gender, race, or disability. Lead the community in the development of challenging performance standards for students and the development of varied supervisory and evaluation processes. Insure the development of a staff development program that recognizes the principles of adult learning and focuses on student success. Use data to analyze the current state of student learning and serve as a catalyst for and manager of needed change. Understand and lead the use of technology in instruction. The majority of the time is spent at the school site.

COMPLEXITY OF WORK Requires analytical skills, independent thinking, considerable judgment, and the ability to assess crises and make sound decisions quickly with little time or input from others. Assists with managing personnel, curriculum, student success and discipline, and physical plant. Must have a strong understanding of student behavior, District culture and policies, and be able to quickly analyze the impact of decisions on the student, school, District, and community. Generally, work is complicated by the volume of students at the school site, large budget management responsibilities, and the diversity and severity of student issues and crises.

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate. The employee frequently is required to copy, instruct, compute, and synthesize.

WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SALARY

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BENEFITS

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.