Executive Director, A - Postsecondary Success (Immediate Opening)

Employer San Antonio Independent School District
Location San Antonio, Texas
Type Full-time
Compensation $113,831 - $133,919

Job Description

Function: Academic Support

Family: School Leadership

Reports to: Deputy Superintendent of School Leadership and Partnership Services

Terms of Employment:

Pay Grade: E23 Minimum Salary: * $113,831 Mid-Point Salary: $133,919

• Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. For

more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay may

be pro-rated based on actual start date.
Minimum
Work Days:

230 Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt Contract Type: Non-Chapter 21

Funding
Source:

This position is locally funded.

Job Scope

Oversees daily operations of multiple departments or campuses within a specific segment of the district. Develops

long- and short-term strategies and oversee the implementation of them. Responsible for implementing cost-

saving procedures while increasing performance using multiple inputs and measuring outputs. Will adhere to the

execution of district-wide policies, procedures, and programs. Manages multiple development and planning

matters within the scope of direction.

Position Summary

Responsible for activities cross a wide array of elements to include establishing goals, planning, designing,

coordinating, implementing, and monitoring of new or existing district initiatives/programs related to college,

career, and military readiness. This includes the support and coordination of the district’s CCMR efforts and the

alignment of strategies with input from university partners, and the TEA, and other internal and external

stakeholders. Provides direct and ongoing leadership to District and school personnel through participation in

consultation, collaboration, professional learning activities, staff evaluation/assessment process, and curriculum

planning and development of district strategies and programs. Managerial functions relate to the orchestration of

tasks and the coordination of systems to carry out the mission and goal achievement, including staff development,

instruction, budget management, curriculum, and compliance with SAISD Leadership Standards. Manages the

delivery of related services by vendors. Directs and maintains data collection for assessment of program

effectiveness. Establishes and maintains partnerships with external organizations, governmental agencies, and

other stakeholders; and serves as a liaison to both internal and external parties on a variety of issues.

Plan, develop, coordinate, implement, establish goals, and assume responsibility for all functions relating to the

district post-secondary readiness strategies.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Provide strategic leadership for College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) programs to ensure

alignment with district goals, state accountability, and postsecondary success outcomes.

2. Develop and implement a comprehensive CCMR framework, including dual credit, advanced academics,

career pathways, industry-based certifications, military readiness, postsecondary enrollment initiatives,

and Adult Education.

3. Establish and monitor performance metrics for CCMR including CCMR indicators, participation rates,

certifications, competition results, and postsecondary outcomes.

4. Lead partnerships with higher education institutions, industry partners, and community organizations to

expand dual credit, P-TECH/ECHS, and internships.

5. Direct the development and implementation of innovative programs of study that integrate CCMR

pathways across campuses.

6. Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements related to CCMR, CTE, and accountability systems

(including TEA CCMR indicators and graduation requirements).

7. Collaborate with academic, technology services, counseling, and stakeholders to align curriculum,

instruction, and student support that improve college and career readiness outcomes.

8. Oversee professional learning systems for CCMR ensuring differentiated support for principals, teachers,

directors, and program coordinators.

9. Provide leadership in the use of data systems (e.g., SchooLinks, CCMR tracking tools) to monitor student

progress and inform continuous improvement.

10. Develop and sustain strong family and community engagement practices by partnering with parents,

community organizations, higher education, and industry stakeholders to support student achievement,

CCMR outcomes.

11. Diagnose campus instructional needs and instructional programs to address identified needs.

12. Manage the integration of the district’s curriculum and instructional objectives at the campus level.

13. Ensure campus level procedures align with District policy and administrative procedures.

14. Facilitate communication and collaboration among assigned campus administrators to enhance service

delivery, program development and customer satisfaction.

15. Serve as liaison between district operations and campuses.

16. Monitor and assist principals with implementation and review of special needs programs.

17. Provide administrative direction and leadership for the operational, financial and personnel resources of

assigned campuses/departments to effectively support District goals.

18. Develop, review, and approve campus/departmental operating policies, procedures, and budgets.

19. Identify, analyze, and apply research and data findings to promote school improvement.

20. Develop, maintain, and use information systems and records necessary to show progress on performance

objectives that address the Texas Academic Performance Report indicators, campus improvement plans

and district long-range plans.

21. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities

expected of this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years equivalent experience, and

• 3+ years of professional related experience, and

• Progressive leadership experience to include:

o Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Managing employees or teams

o Coaching, Mentoring, Developing, and Performance Managing employees or teams

• Leadership in a large, urban school district.

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

• 10+ years of professional related experience, and

• 6+ years progressive leadership experience to include:

o Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Managing employees or teams

o Coaching, Mentoring, Developing, and Performance Managing employees or teams

• Valid Texas Standard Principal or Mid-Management certification, or ability to obtain prior to the start of

the contract year

• District level leadership experience

• Bilingual/Biliterate

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad-based knowledge and training in research-based adult learning strategies

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and

diplomacy.

• Demonstrated leadership skills

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to communicate vision and engage other individuals and groups

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflicts

• Ability to seek resources to support and enhance programming internally and externally

• Strong sense of accountability and responsibility for results

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or

irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting

and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with

assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to

provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent

districtwide and occasional statewide travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• Manage a staff consisting of both people managers, up to and including "Management" district level roles,

and individual contributors.

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.