Manager of Student Planning & Outreach

General Definition of Work

The manager of student planning & outreach, under intermittent supervision, performs intermediate-level work with limited decision-making discretion implementing and monitoring a comprehensive enrollment strategy that attracts and retains students. Position assists with the execution of activities related to enrollment projections, school boundaries, and continuation patterns. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Director of Student Planning & Outreach.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function 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.

Salary/Status

Hourly NC 17/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Director of Student Planning & Outreach

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Manage and evaluate the district-wide student planning & outreach program
• Investigate, analyze, and formulate methods for handling special projects/reports
• Develop and implement communication strategies to promote school choice program awareness, increase access, and support of family decision-making
• Manage the school choice lottery process to ensure transparency and fairness of student selection for specialized programs
• Effectively communicate with parents and relevant stakeholders regarding the school choice lottery application, selection process, waitlist, etc.
• Collaborate to provide technical expertise for short- and long-term space planning for both academic and non-academic facilities to support programming needs
• Monitor and support magnet programs through reporting, school visits, identifying program needs, and planning staff development activities
• Support schools in the acquisition of resources, connecting with community agencies and higher education institutions, and identifying innovative strategies
• Maintain consistent, accurate, and reliable internal datasets to inform decision-making
• Deliver data and analytics, such as those required for the annual Comprehensive Data Review process to support strategic initiatives
• Conduct market analyses, demographic research, and site assessments to support planning and program development initiatives
• Analyze enrollment trends, student data, and program demands to inform expansion or modification of school choice offerings
• Collaborate with schools to develop program documentation, interpret program evaluation data, and report on findings
• Facilitate community engagement events to address concerns, gather input, and build stronger relationships with the community
• Apply project management procedures and best practices to student programming planning initiatives
• Coordinate and lead planning meetings with internal and external stakeholders related to immediate, intermediate, and long-term facility impacts
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
• Prepare reports, memos, presentations, standard operating procedures, process maps, and other correspondence as requested; maintain related websites
• Participate in professional development and other meetings
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Perform related work as assigned or required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of school choice lottery and magnet programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques
• Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make programming decisions
• Skilled in program management
• Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
• Ability to manage multiple small-scale and large-scale projects simultaneously
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, or education required
• Minimum of five (5) years' work experience implementing K12 educational programs or other related area required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings