Coordinator: Local Control & Accountability Plan - Continuous School Improvement Department (2019-20

Ref: PCN364 Position must be posted for a minimum of 10 days

TITLE:

Coordinator, Local Control Accountability Plan

REPORTS TO:

Assigned Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:

As Assigned

CLASSIFICATION:

Classified Management

FLSA:

Exempt

WORK YEAR/HOURS:

261 days / 7.5 hours

ISSUED:

Created: September 2016

SALARY GRADE:

ADCL 18

BASIC FUNCTION: The Coordinator, Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) is responsible for planning and directing the LCAP for OUSD with supervision provided by the Deputy Superintendent, Academic Social Emotional Learning. The Coordinator, LCAP manages and coordinates the implementation of the LCAP and manages the strategic planning and operational projects associated with the LCAP. The Coordinator plans, directs, and manages the development and creation of the District's LCAP. The LCAP requires collaboration and coordination across functional department teams and departments throughout Oakland Unified.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead and direct the strategic planning for the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP).

Support the planning, development, and implementation of the LCAP timeline.

Facilitate work teams across departments and units.

Set schedules and timelines for the LCAP process.

Oversee and assist with the day-to-day LCAP operations.

Act as the Liaison between the school district and the Alameda County Office of Education.

Support the Chief Financial Officer with the budget prioritization and budget process; approve the spending of LCFF funding.

Manage the agenda for the LCAP team.

Assist the Deputy Superintendent, Academic Social Emotional Learning in identifying significant change opportunities.

Synthesize, translate, and communicate complex topics and issues including District policies and programs.

Provide support and acts as a thought partner to the Community Engagement team; help strategize about discussions for stakeholders, individually and in small or large groups, to ensure that the LCAP engagement strategy is inclusive of our community.

Ensure ongoing monitoring of the LCAP components and provide updates on progress.

Teach and Lead training sessions about the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) and the LCAP.

Create systems to collect data from our school sites and central office staff about budget and student outcomes.

Manage the coordination of LCAP writing and submission.

Coordinate with the SPSA team to ensure the LCAP and the SPSAs are aligned.

Work with Leaders to ensure there is understanding about LCFF requirements.

Collaborate with Research, Assessment, and Data on the development and tracking of the LCAP metrics aligned to the District's goals.

Remain current with the newest information about changes to LCFF and LCAP legislation, including changes to the State templates and required metrics.

Attend local and regional workshops on the LCAP development and best practices and share information with District staff.

Prepare and present regular presentations on LCAP status and updates.

Receive communications from members of our community regarding our LCAP and coordinate the responses from the District to the community about the LCAP.

Oversee website and homepage for the LCAP (e.g., format, content, maintenance) to maintain current and accurate information.

Provide cross-training for other department personnel.

Perform other related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

State and federal mandates with a specific focus on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)

Federal, state and District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing works scope

The Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF)

The Single Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA)

Organizational development and organizational change management principles and practices

Diversity, sensitivity, and competence with regard to issues of race and gender (and their intersections), learning or other ability, ethnicity, culture, religion, socio-economic group, sexuality or other orientations or cultural markers

Database systems and data management

School district organization, operations, policies, and objectives

Principles and practices of effective leadership

Principles and practices of supervision and evaluations

Cross-train department personnel

Oral and written communication skills

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Computer software, hardware, and related technology

ABILITY TO:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to, District staff, site administrators, parent and community leaders, community partners, regional education leaders, and school board members

Explain complex problems and solutions in clear, concise, and compelling ways

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff and community in a multiethnic educational environment

Facilitate discussion and learning activities towards a clear end

Produce high quality work, including strong detail to attention

Operate personal computer, related software, and other software equipment

Understand the cycle of inquiry and implement changes where needed

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others of diverse backgrounds, expertise, and personalities

Create and manage complex budgets; develop required financial and other resources to support programs; and gather, report and analyze complex data for planning, operational and evaluation purposes

Complete assignments successfully with a minimum of direction and supervision

Maintain a high level of objectivity and provide quality information to facilitate decision-making at all levels

PREREQUISITES

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching Credential preferred, but not required

Administrative Credential preferred, but not required

Five (5) years experience in project management or related field

Two (2) years experience of creating and monitoring budgets

Experience includes project management techniques and tools, group organization, communications, materials preparation, task management

Valid California Driver's License, if applicable

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.



Primary Location: Continuous School Improvement
Salary Range: $94,304.94 - $120,384.20 / Per Year
Shift Type: Full-Time

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