Executive Director Student Advancement - January 31, 2024 - DCSD Board Meeting Archive

DeKalb County School District
Position Specification
Title: Executive Director, Student Advancement
DIVISION: Wrap Around Support & Intervention (SS & I) GRADE/SCHEDULE: 134
DEPARTMENT: Student Support & Intervention WORKDAYS: 246
REPORTS TO: Chief Officer FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Teachers Retirement System APPROVED (HR): October 2023

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under limited supervision, plans develop, directs, implements, and monitors compliance and support of Post-
Secondary Transition Plan, Counseling and Mentoring, Check & Connect, and other Student Support programs.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative of 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.

• Develops strategic plan, budget, improvement plan, and comprehensive plans for the Post-Secondary
Transition, and Student Support program.
• Administers and develops collaborative projects with Curriculum & Instruction, and local and state
agencies, including but not limited to the Georgia Department of Education, and other transition
agencies for Post-Secondary Transition, and Student Support program.
• Develops and supervises the planning, development, delivery, and evaluation of programs, course
segments, and implementing procedures attendant to the school district’s comprehensive menu of
professional learning opportunities for school system personnel.
• Develops and supervises the planning, development, and delivery of prevention/intervention
strategies to support preparation needed to meet academic and post-secondary goals.
• Manages, develops, continuously monitors, and improves the school district’s college and career
readiness programs and services.
• Coordinates the creation and implementation of a Student Success Center which includes developing
and fostering relationships with colleges, universities, military, and workforce related agencies, and
increased student access to community services.
• Communicates and collaborates with other administrators, counselors, school district personnel, and
community-based organizations to coordinate activities and programs and exchange of current
college access information
• Coordinates professional development for school district and school staff involving topic such as
college-going culture specifics and support for students and families in academic preparation, college
application and financial aid options for post-secondary education and training to promote college
and career readiness.
• Evaluates effectiveness of partner relationships and delivery of college and career readiness
programs.
• Collaborates with staff at institutions of higher education to create and disseminate information for
middle school and high school communities to build a college and career culture in schools.
• Designs and implements broad initiatives to build more community resources and program options
for college and career readiness.

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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• Increases accountability by capturing and analyzing data to track student success and participation in
the college-going culture, while increasing access to college admission requirements and awareness
to students and families.
• Organizes, facilitates and/or attends variety of meetings; represent the District in
collaborative/partnerships/task forces with a variety of stakeholders, i.e., institutions of higher
education, business/industry partners and human services agencies.
• Promotes student programs, activities, contests, and recognitions on a District-wide basis for
assigned subjects encouraging students to do their personal best.
• Writes grants and applications for funding of assigned programs and support services.
• Collects, prepares, and analyzes data relative to program area; make timely recommendations for
programmatic changes to area under supervision to provide students a variety of educational
opportunities to engage in school and learn at grade level and beyond.
• Maintains programs, opportunities for students and budgets as necessary to provide for the financial
viability of the District.
• Develops department goals, assessment of services, student learning outcomes, and analyzed
reports, self-awareness, career exploration.
• Establish and coordinate Check & Connect Program implementation procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to schools, coordinate collection of evaluation data, and monitor
implementation with a focus on ensuring fidelity of implementation of the Check & Connect Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university
is required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years previous experience with demonstrated successful advancement through
the teaching and/or school or school system administrative hierarchy required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at
level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the
individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Knowledge of organizational and department planning and operational procedures; the organization
of specifically assigned areas; budgeting and spending, labor issues, and efficiencies.
• Knowledge of DCSS policies and procedures; manpower and facilities requirement forecasting; all
relevant available public and private resources and services
• Knowledge of curriculum guidelines for the school system and state requirements; standardized
testing in accordance with school system policies and state laws
• Knowledge of school system policies, programs, and procedures pertinent to learning disabilities, child
and substance abuse, and social adjustment.
• Skilled in oral, written, and interpersonal communication; coordinating and collaborating with federal,
state, regional, and local organizations, and departments to establish and execute responsibilities.
• Skilled in administration and management skills gained through increasingly responsible
management positions, recruiting, training, and motivating employees.
• Skilled in delegations; planning; public relations; public speaking; budgeting; conflict resolution; and
mediation
• 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.
• Ability to develop and understand financial and/or operating reports; maintain confidential
information; learn and use relevant computer applications.
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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• Ability to prioritize assignments; and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
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 using the spoken word. Those activities in which one must convey
detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and 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 with the eye. Acuity (near and far vision), depth perception
(three-dimensional vision), accommodation (adjustment of lens to the eye to bring an object into sharp focus),
the field of vision (the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes 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.

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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
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 a 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 people who may be angry, demanding, or otherwise less than polite.
Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work
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.

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