Job Description
1701006
Job Code:1701006
Job Family/Function:17 – Other Management\Programs
FLSA:Exempt
Grade Ladder:MNPS Support Salaried
Pay Grade:MNPS.SCH013-S
Duration (days/year):260
Locations(s):Support Hub
We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the
United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro
Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work,
and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies
in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers,
teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a
go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in
the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support
staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary
The Program and Partnerships Manager will support the Office of Family &
Community Partnerships, to strategically lead partnership work across the
district. This role will develop, retain and align partners across district
initiatives to support MNPS students, staff, and families to thrive. The Program
and Partnerships Manager will provide leadership, direction, and effective
management for the Partnership Team and community partners.
What you will do
* Establish, coordinate, and nurture relationships with community based
organizations, government entities, corporations, foundations, and higher
education institutions to strategically and equitably align partners,
resources, opportunities, and schools, across all Office of Family and
Community Partnership initiatives.
* Lead, coach, and supervise the Partnership Team.
* Manage existing strategic partnerships by developing new ideas for
collaboration, monitoring performance, and resolving conflicts.
* Collect, maintain, and track data to support the quality of programs and
services provided by partners, identify opportunities to grow, and evaluate
partnerships.
* Lead planning and delivery of partner engagement opportunities and
professional development for both internal and external stakeholders.
* Lead strategic planning for the Partner Team, ensuring alignment with
district goals.
* Manage relevant partner processes such as MNPS Partner Registration, and the
MNPS Partner Agreement process in collaboration with MNPS Procurement.
* Support marketing, branding strategy and external facing communications
regarding partnerships for the Office of Family and Community Partnerships.
Education Qualifications
* Master's Degree Preferred
Experience Qualifications
* 4-6 years Experience in related field Required
Skills and Abilities
* Interpersonal skills.
* Time Management.
* Responsibility and self-motivation.
* Communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Familiarity and prior experience working with leadership in governmental,
non-profit and for-profit community entities.
* Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working partnerships designed
to achieve common goals.
* Exceptional organization skills and familiarity with generally accepted
software for use in office settings.
At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and
social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our
staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions,
learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous,
engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and
eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to
success marked by measurable goals.
Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every
family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and
performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM
(science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs,
we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K
all the way through graduation.
Our Vision
Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school
district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.
Our Mission
We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.
Our Core Values
Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission
and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct,
as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are
woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures.
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed
to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work
environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to
treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make
employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The
American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations
to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are
encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.