POSITION TITLE: Project Manager Director
DEPARTMENT: Office of the Superintendent
REPORTS TO: Chief of Staff
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: 225 days
DATE REVIEWED: 05/2024
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Administrative Salary Scale (A5)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, shall appoint the Project Manager Director. The annual period of service for the Project Management Director shall be 225 days.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The project manager director is a vital role responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of critical district-wide initiatives and multiple cross-functional projects. This position manages various projects, which includes developing and overseeing project plans, leading diverse teams, coordinating activities, and communicating project status. This role will also work with key stakeholders across multiple internal and external groups to ensure smooth project execution and compliance with regulations. Key skills include organization, communication, critical thinking, and multi-task management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

Project Management and Planning (60%):

• Develop and maintain multiple, complex project plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments in a timely manner.

• Be prepared for potential project risks.

• Develop and implement a plan of communication and follow through on communicating project status to stakeholders. ·

• Develop a scope of plan overview and any related documents in addition to contract solicitations.

Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration (10%):

• Lead cross-functional teams across departments by assigning tasks and resolving problems.

• Interface with project-related staff, leaders, and any additional personnel.

• Facilitate communication among the various groups and teams involved.

• Collaborate with Chief of Staff and keep Chief of Staff well informed on project progress.

• Provide support to all members of the team.

• Develop and lead training for team members on project management tools and methodologies

Data Management and Reporting (10%):

• Collect, organize, and analyze data.

• Prepare reports and presentations that inform stakeholders at a high and granular level

Compliance and Support (5%):

• Support district compliance as it relates to its charter status

• Support district compliance as it relates to accreditation

• Ensure the district meets compliance deadlines and report any issues or concerns

Administrative and Operational Support (5%):

• Assist the Chief of Staff with special projects and information gathering.

• Participate in annual department reviews

• Maintain project management documentation and records.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities (10%):

• Support district initiatives and programs.

• Train team members on project management tools and methodologies, and provide ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Maintain relationships with key district partners.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Indirect supervisory responsibility for a function. Does not directly supervise any team members.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Highly proficient in Google Workspace

• Experience with project management tools and best practices

• Experience collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable

• Analytical and critical thinking skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in an applicable field.

• Minimum 5 years experience in project management

• Strong working knowledge of K-12 district functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)® or other project management certification highly preferred

• Change management certification or demonstrated experience in change management highly preferred

• Experience working in K-12 school district highly preferred

EVALUATION: Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: To perform the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, or hear. Lifting up to 30 pounds may be required on an occasional basis. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required of this job include close vision and distance vision. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

SALARY RANGE: $91,557 to $128,529