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Chief of Schools

Employer
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Location
Chesterfield, VA, US
Salary
Competitive
General Description

Position is responsible for managing the Division of School Leadership and Support Services. Ensures significant student achievement gains at the school level as measured by school improvement data. Works independently under general public policies and established budget; decisions/actions impact the entire system and may require extensive evaluation to determine effect. Directs and evaluates administrative and professional staff; requires extensive judgment and initiative.

Essential Job Functions

  • Collaborates with the Superintendent, the Deputy Superintendent, and direct reports to ensure that school programs and services support optimum academic achievement for students.
  • Provides leadership, supervision and evaluation for the Department of School Leadership, Department of Student Support Services, and Department of Technology Services.
  • Analyzes academic performance of schools and coordinates decision making of division-wide school operations and instruction with outcomes for students.
  • Coordinates with principals, the Department of Budget and Management and the Department of Human Resources and Talent Management to recommend staffing needs for schools.
  • Recommends establishment and/or revisions to existing policies and regulations for School Board approval.
  • Directs implementation and revision of instructional evaluation techniques and methodologies.
  • Coordinates annual plan related to instructional division and for the development and administration of the division budget.
  • Maintains contacts at all organizational levels both internal and external to the school system to interpret, recommend and execute programs and policies. Represents the division and/or superintendent at various meetings and functions.
  • Maintains awareness of and advises the Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and other officials of changing requirements and the implementation and dissemination of mandated programs, policies and procedures by state and federal agencies
  • Works collaboratively with senior staff to insure that all programs and services support optimum academic achievement for all students.
  • Leads a rigorous School Improvement and Innovation Plan (SIIP) process that results in improved student achievement.
  • Ensures the alignment between the division's strategic plan and schools.
  • Provides leadership in the areas of school improvement planning, principal professional development, and evaluation.
  • Ensures the effective management, coaching, and mentorship of school leaders in ways that drive significant student achievement gains.
  • Supports the differentiated professional development of administrative staff to ensure they have the skills to select, develop and evaluate principals.
  • Creates collaborative and effective communication channels between central office staff and school administrators.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodologies of public school administration, instructional and support programs and the organizational structure of the public school division; of related federal, state, and local statutes, regulations and policies; of student assessment to include, but not limited to the following: Virginia SOL's, SAT, ACT and alternative assessments; of curriculum design, development and implementation; of management and leadership principles and practices; and of budget management, strategic planning, policy development and the processes that effectively engage stakeholder groups on important issues. Demonstrated ability handling sensitive, difficult situations and information; in problem solving, decision-making and leadership skills; analyzing data, summarizing and presenting alternatives to the Superintendent and School Board; coordinating and integrating various instructional programs and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and building strong relationships, motivating and inspiring employees and community stakeholders.

Requirements

Must hold a valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional license with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision. An advanced degree in school administration orrelated area and extensive administrative experience in a public school setting is required, doctorate preferred. Must hold a valid Virginia Driver's license. This position requires the incumbent to drive. In accordance with Policy 5431, an employee who occupies the position and is assigned a district-owned or leased motor vehicle will be subject to annual driving checks and must maintain acceptable records pursuant to the standards set forth in the policy.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test


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