• Coordinates and closely supports the Senior Executive Director in leading the Annual Review of Schools process by using a wide range of data sources, collaborating with leaders across the organization under the guiding principle that all students in City Schools deserve to have a high-quality education in healthy facilities that support teaching and learning.
• Manage the legal and community engagement processes for core bodies of work.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to ensure programs and resources are equitably distributed, positioned to meet student needs best, and aligned with other initiatives occurring within the district.
• Lead the development and implementation of transition plans for schools affected by Annual Review recommendations in alignment with Board Policy FCA and related Administrative Regulations, including gathering feedback from stakeholders, managing school-based transition teams, developing relationships with school community leaders, and leading the execution of transition plans based on the needs of the school community and the desires of stakeholders.
• Assists in securing resources for schools affected by Annual Review recommendations, including coordinating with the Chief of Staff's Office, Office of Engagement, Facilities, and other relevant departments to leverage district resources and partner opportunities and identifying and pursuing external funding and grant opportunities.
• Supports overall systemic planning and analysis of new reform initiatives through various interdepartmental work groups.
• Maintains knowledge of best practices on change management, continuous improvement, school reform and improvement, and other related areas.
• Manages budget, participates in procurement processes, and manages vendor partnerships as needed.
• Applies equity frame to all work, continuously reflecting on the potential impact of the team's plans and actions on perpetuating or disrupting and dismantling systemic racism and inequity.
• Analyzes data, stays abreast of national research and trends, and leads a cross-functional team in incubating new systemic initiatives.
• Lead high-level meetings, facilitate decision-making processes, and adapt project plans in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies, federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and professional standards; and
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and professional standards.

• Bachelor's degree in education, public policy, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.
• Five years of experience in academic and/or public policy administration with prior experience in education reform is preferred.
• Knowledge of school reform, particularly concerning urban K-12 school systems.
• Prior experience in school facilities planning, portfolio strategy, school finance, or similar topics is preferred.
• Ability to develop, analyze, and present high-level quantitative data.
• Organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Interpersonal skills that ensure effective team building.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-regulated atmosphere.
• Ability to think strategically and to manage a broad portfolio of initiatives.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders, including staff and partners, community agencies, and federal, state, and local officials.
• Proficient in using technical computer applications, including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits - This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the City Union of Baltimore (CUB) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.