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POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR DIRECTOR

WORKING TITLE

Senior Director-Office of Early Learning (OEL)

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Compensation Services

LOCATION

Crossroads II, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Director Band 1

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a hybrid telework workweek

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Develops, administers, and coordinates early learning programs focused on families and children ages birth - age 5 offered by the Wake County Public Schools System (WCPSS). Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local program regulations and financial requirements. Establishes vision and comprehensive plan for a PreK-12 aligned system and ensures coordination across Preschool Programs, Project Enlightenment, and The Early Learning Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice of early childhood;

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of state and federal guidelines applicable to Title I, NC Pre-K and special education preschool programs;

• Comprehensive knowledge of policies, procedures, programs, plans, and organizational relationships of the entire school system;

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point;
  Google Apps;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders;

• Effective time management and organizational skills;

• Ability to express facts and ideas in a clear, convincing, and organized manner;

• Ability to communicate effectively in both obtaining and furnishing information;

• Ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with community partners;

• Interactions may require considerable communication to obtain action, consent, agreement, or approval;

• Ability to independently resolve problems and to perform effectively in complex work situations;

• Ability to develop and implement strategic objectives that improve educational outcomes and align with school system mission and goals;

• Ability to collaborate with and influence others, build trusting relationships, and deliver projects on time and within budget;

• Ability to coach and mentor employees, including providing feedback;

• Ability to handle highly confidential material;

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, external agencies, attorneys, parents, and the public.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in education, administration, or related area;

• Four years of successful teaching experience;

• Five years of administrative and supervision experience;

• Five years of experience with fiscal and personnel management;

• Experience in child development and effective early intervention practices.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold or be eligible for North Carolina Professional Educator's License in administrative license area of School Administrator-Principal or Curriculum Instructional Specialist;

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience managing state and federal funds;

• Strong relationships skills;

• Experience with childcare licensure;

• Strong supervisions skills;

• Strong public relation skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: