Agenda Item
c. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATION(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Summary: Presented by: Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources.
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Janetta L. Greenwood to the position of Director of Fernbank Science Center .
Financial impact: There is no impact to the general budget as the position already exists in the general budget.
Contact: Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources , 678.676.1200.
Status: Upon Board approval.
DeKalb County School District
Position Specification
Title: Director, Fernbank Science Center
DIVISION: Curriculum & Instruction GRADE/SCHEDULE: 132
DEPARTMENT: Fernbank Science Center WORKDAYS: 246
REPORTS TO: Chief Academic Officer FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Teachers Retirement System APPROVED (HR): July 1, 2021
General Statement of Job
Under general supervision, plans, develops, directs, implements, and monitors Fernbank Science
Center; develops grant and public support for Fernbank Science Center; and coordinates operations
of Fernbank Science Center with school system officials.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Directs all aspects of the daily operations of the Fernbank Science Center; and
provides direct supervision to Fernbank Center staff
• Writes grants and generates funds for the Fernbank Science Center
• Collaborates with other administrators within and external to the school
system relative to services provided at the Fernbank Science Center
• Develops and evaluates exhibits and programs for the Fernbank Science
Center
• Serves as school system’s representative for the Fernbank Science Center
• Performs other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience
Master’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or
university is required.
Minimum of five (5) years previous experience with demonstrated successful advancement as a
manager or administrator of a science center or museum required.
Certificates, Licenses, Permits
Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at
level L-5, NL-5, PL-6 or above preferred.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of organizational and department planning and operational procedures; the organization
of specific assigned area; budgeting and spending, labor issues and efficiencies; DCSD policies and
procedures; manpower and facilities requirement forecasting; all relevant available public and
private resources and services; science curriculum guidelines for the school system; relevant federal,
state and local requirements including national and state standards; best practices in science
education and science center operations; standardized testing in accordance with school system
policies and state laws; school system policies, programs and procedures pertinent to learning
disabilities, child and substance abuse, and social adjustment
Skill in coordinating and collaborating with federal, state, regional and local organizations and
departments to establish and execute responsibilities; administration and management skills gained
through increasingly responsible management positions; recruiting, training and motivating
employees; effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication; teacher and staff mentoring;
public relations and customer service; preparing assignments and tests for in-school preparation and
homework; maintaining order in a classroom setting; administering the school system’s discipline
policies; counseling students with academic difficulties and behavioral problems
Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service
organization; establish objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities
among employees; develop and understand financial and/or operating reports; maintain confidential
information; understand and explain complex topics in science and scientific technology to a wide
audience; resolve citizen, parent and teacher complaints; effectively manage the work of and interact
with scientists and teachers with advanced degrees; plan and develop course of study suitable for
specific grade levels; develop lesson plans incorporating lectures, projects, group discussions,
exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers and the internet; accurately retain
and collect data; use relevant computer applications; organize work, prioritize assignments; and
manage multiple tasks simultaneously
ADA Requirements:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force
frequently or constantly to lift carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are
required only occasionally, and all sedentary criteria are met.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the
whole hand or arm as in handling.
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. One must have the ability to
convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication; and to make fine
discrimination in sounds, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts with or without
correction.
Vision: The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Acuity (near and far vision), depth
perception (three-dimensional vision), accommodation (adjustment of lens to eye to bring an object
into sharp focus), field of vision (area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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are fixed on a given point) and color vision (ability to distinguish and identify colors) are required
factors.
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Performance Factors:
Interaction with Others: Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are
not characterized by high levels of hostility, social withdrawal, or failure to communicate. Ability to
be flexible in situations relative to daily routines. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences
among diverse populations.
Concentration: Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent
distractions. Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli. Ability to
manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
Stressful Circumstances: Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are
presented. Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions
are given relative to a project that may be in process. Ability to maintain composure and not
compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding or otherwise less
than polite.
Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given procedure directions
relative to works steps or the final project.
Decision Making: Ability to make appropriate business decisions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to establish priorities; simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and
deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
Attention to Detail: Ability to recognize errors or layout features that detract from the physical
attractiveness or accuracy of a work product.
Public Contact: Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing,
with superiors, colleagues, and other individuals within and external to the school system. Ability to
demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working
relationships.
Attendance and Dependability: Ability to be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time
and to seldom be absent from work. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to
be conscientious about work performance.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
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