Employer: Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado
Location: Denver, CO
Employment Type: Full-time
Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.
Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain... region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.
Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!
Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.
HOURS AND DAYS WORKED
Desired Start Date: 05/01/2024
Proj Mgr - School Leadership
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: Year Round
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCA - Administrator - 229 days , G06, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $84,224.00 - $100,341.00 Effective as of: 06-16-2023
Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT
The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Office of School Leadership in managing and executing essential initiatives and projects aimed at improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of schools in alignment with the district's strategic plan. Collaborate with Chief and Associate Chief of Schools and district personnel to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and communicate status on key school leadership project objectives. Support implementation of high-priority work by using organization skills related to project management, process improvement, and excellent communication. Responsible for overseeing and coordinating projects, facilitating communication among stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of initiatives that align with our district's goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• In collaboration with the Chief and Associate Chief of Schools, provide project oversight leading cross functional teams to successfully deliver school leadership projects.
• Manage the implementation of school leadership projects and strategic plan priorities using project management techniques and skills.
• Monitor progress and make adjustments when needed, as well as measure project performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Communicate effectively with staff throughout the organization including peers, directors, executive directors, and Cabinet members.
• Coordinate activities with the team of professionals who contribute to the project and serve as the point of contact for stakeholders.
• Facilitate and coordinate project-related meetings to effectively meet project needs.
• Obtain appropriate resources and build teams to perform the project work; monitoring and mitigating project risks along the way.
• Interface with Purchasing teams to support RFI/RFP process when required.
• Collect, analyze, and present data relevant to projects, providing insights and recommendations for decision-making.
• Produce content and materials and disseminate to stakeholder groups as needed as it pertains to project initiatives.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting notes, and project-related correspondence.
• Ensure quality delivery of the following for every project: schedule and timeline management, communication, scope definition, issue/risk management, change management, process improvement, and status reporting.
• Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE Five years of professional experience managing and or coordinating projects. Experience in public sector preferred.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING Bachelor's degree required. Preferred field of study of Business, Project Management, or related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS None required. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Detail oriented; excellent written and verbal communication skills; and adaptable and resilient under pressure. Experience effectively facilitating project meetings and work sessions. Knowledge of K-12 environment cycles, practices and understanding; and/or experience in public education concepts. Ability to build relationships with peers and District executive management and maintain these relationships. Work collaboratively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to train/coach colleagues on new/existing systems or processes. Experience in developing project requirements for complex projects, development of high-level project plans with accurate projections, and successful completion of high stakes projects. Ability to identify needs for project advocacy and communicate to and engage with appropriate stakeholders. Ability to adapt project management methodologies, techniques, and best practices to achieve project goals.
SPAN OF CONTROL This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
The physical demands, mental functions, and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee occasionally must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS Ability to analyze complex situations, identify potential risks, and devise effective solutions. Ability to remain flexible in dynamic environments, adjusting plans and strategies as necessary to accommodate changing requirements or circumstances. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other teams. Ability to manage time and priorities to meet deadlines.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in typical office building. May occasionally visit school sites to meet with staff or attend events/meetings.
SALARY
Jeffco Salary Schedules
BENEFITS
Jeffco Benefits for this role include medical, vision, dental health coverage, generous time off, exemption from Social Security deductions, and a 21.4% PERA retirement plan match… as well as the benefit of having a positive impact on the leaders of tomorrow!
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender
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