CHIEF AREA ADMINISTRATOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a minimum of a master's degree in educational administration/supervision with valid Alabama certification or ability to meet eligibility requirements.
• Must have the ability to work well with a team and individually; the ability to delegate assignments; and the ability to collaborate with diverse groups of individuals with a variety of skill sets.
• Must possess strong communication, writing and organizational skills.
• Must have fifteen (15) years of experience in education and at least seven (7) of experience as building school principal or other school system administrator type experience.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise personnel; manage programs, budgets, and complete student matters; analyze data; and work effectively with students, families, school administrators, and community agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student attendance, discipline, placement, records, and support services and the laws, regulations, and Board policies governing assigned responsibilities.
• Must attach a resume to your online application.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight, monitoring and supervision of principals and schools
• Works with executive leadership, directors, coordinators, supervisors, principals and building staffs to build vision, set priorities, and develop long and short-range plans for the day-to-day operations of the school district
• Consult with, advise and direct principals on all matters needed pertaining to individual schools
• Assist with planning, operation, and evaluation of the total school program
• Conduct school walkthroughs and reviews on a frequent basis
• Serve as liaison between community agencies, district administrators, and schools within the district
• Coordinate the dissemination of information, policies, regulations, procedures, and reports to school administrators and district officials
• Ensure on-going data reviews for the purpose of addressing concerns regarding student achievement and other needed supports
• Consult with other divisions within district as needed and / or as directed
• Work with parents to ensure a timely resolution to concerns identified
• Collaborate closely with all district divisions
• Work closely with Human Resources team to develop, implement, and assist in the recruitment processes to increase diversity in employee pipeline in collaboration with local and national colleges/universities
• Provide coaching, modeling and professional development in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Learning and Assessment and Student Services to support ongoing initiatives and projects related to diversity, equity and access, and inclusion
• Oversee district's leadership academy for administrators and teachers
• Serve as a leader, advocate, and resource person in matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Assist with the development and implementation of instructional practices and pedagogy related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ensure equity and diversity amongst all entities within the school district
• Continue to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and professional growth
• Provide leadership to maintain an effective, efficient, and continuous educational program
• Attend regular meeting as needed for position
• Coordinate orientation meetings, schedule professional development, disciplinary procedures, parental notification, and reporting of pupil progress among schools within the district
• Plans, coordinates, implement, and evaluates the division's programs and daily operations. Carries out delegated responsibilities and elevates matters requiring higher-level review or approval.
• Coordinates assigned programs in student attendance, student records, social services, education of students experiencing homelessness, school counseling, health services, student discipline, alternative education, and student placement. Coordinates with Transportation Services on student needs and assigned projects.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned personnel; establishes work priorities; monitors performance; and recommends staffing, training, and program improvements.
• Assists principals and department leaders in applying attendance, discipline, enrollment, placement, and student support procedures consistently; coordinates referrals, interventions, and follow-up.
• Reviews student and parent concerns, gathers relevant information, and coordinates timely responses. Conducts student hearings or administrative reviews only when designated and authorized; follows applicable procedures and refers appeals and final decisions to the appropriate authority.
• Monitors assigned programs for compliance with applicable federal and state requirements and Board policies, including student privacy, nondiscrimination, attendance, discipline, and services for students experiencing homelessness; identifies concerns and coordinates corrective action.
• Assists in developing and updating policies, procedures, the Student Handbook and Code of Conduct, division guidance for principals, and the school calendar
• Prepares and monitors assigned budgets, expenditures, grant activities, and service agreements; recommends resource needs and administers approved activities within delegated authority and established purchasing procedures.
• Oversees assigned student records and reporting processes; promotes accurate and timely data entry, secure handling of information, appropriate access, and retention consistent with applicable requirements.
• Analyzes attendance, discipline, placement, and service data; prepares reports; tracks division goals; and recommends improvements in student access, school engagement, and program effectiveness.
• Coordinates professional development and communication for school and division personnel; works with families, governmental agencies, and community partners to improve student services.
• Represents the division at meetings and on committees when assigned; supports implementation of approved strategic goals.
• Coordinates with special education, Section 504, school safety, legal counsel, and other designated personnel when student matters involve their responsibilities; follows applicable referral and review procedures.
• Serve as a member of the Superintendent's Executive staff
• Perform other duties as directed

Duty Days

260

Salary Range: From/To

$90,000.00 - $125,000.00

Additional Job Information

**Applicants selected for certified positions must have undergone an ABI/FBI criminal history background check (fingerprinting administered through sites selected and approved by the MCPSS and State of Alabama Education Department) and been declared suitable and fit to teach under state law. Applicants selected must also pass a drug-screening test via forms provided by Human Resources during the selection process.**

THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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