Special Assistant (Communications, Engagement, & Enrollment)

• Provides leadership and management of administrative team and special projects on behalf of the Chief Officer.
• Evaluates needs and services, human capital requirements, feasibility and cost effectiveness, performance and accountability, and other aspects of division management.
• Prepares executive summaries, documents, and correspondence.
• Develops departmental budget drafts and manages compliance using pertinent budgetary planning and implementation data.
• Responds to inquiries about problems, issues, program status, or activities and provides reports to the Chief Officer.
• Coordinates and provides technical and logistical support for staffing and staffing transfers.
• Reviews grievances and complaints and assists in conducting administrative assessments.
• Responds to information requests from City Schools' central office departments, schools, and the public on matters related to the Chief Officer's area of responsibility.
• Reviews management policies and procedures and prepares reports and memoranda documents applicable to academic and non-academic services and programs.
• Assists in planning, organizing, and directing policy and organizational analyses on issues and concerns which impact City Schools' operations.
• Represents the Chief Officer in various meeting and conferences (as required). Meets with and may address a variety of groups, including employees, school administrators, public and private agencies, and community agencies on behalf of the Chief Officer.
• Utilizes resources appropriately to complete work in the most efficient manner; proactively communicates the status of work; participates and contributes fully as a team member; and exercises sound judgment and decision-making skills to resolve sensitive matters.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, administrative regulations, and professional standards.

• Bachelor's degree in education, business management, public administration or related field; Master's degree preferred. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Three years project management experience with successful, timely deliverables and positive outcomes, preferred.
• Three years administrative experience in public education or related field, preferred.
• Experience in hiring/staffing and position management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including the ability to make effective presentations to diverse audiences and convey complicated information with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, work quickly to analyze problems and recommend workable solutions including the planning and implementation of those solutions.
• Skill in research, presenting, and explaining policies and procedures, assembling data, preparing complex reports, and formulating and presenting recommendations with all levels of management to facilitate change, implement strategy, and accomplish objectives.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize changing assignments, and organize busy workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure, while exercising excellent attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills that ensure effective team building and commitment to collaborative work.
• Proficient skill in the use of technical computer applications, including electronic databases, and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Power Point.

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 not affiliated with any bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.