Director of Administration

Hamilton Township School District (Mercer County) • Hamilton, NJ

42d • $150,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The District Director of Administration is a senior level administrative position which provides oversight, guidance and support to the building level administrators as well as the district level leadership to achieve the educational goals approved by the BOE.

Requirements

• Valid New Jersey or eligible for Chief School Administrator Certificate (preferred);
• Building level administrative experience (preferred);
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university;
• Minimum of three (3) years administrative experience;
• Minimum five (5) years successful teaching experience;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, technology and communications skills;
• Visionary leadership essential;
• Excellent facilitator, presenter and problem-solver for student, staff and parent concerns;
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively with all district administration, staff and community;
• Knowledge of education policy agreements, local, state and federal laws to ensure district compliance;
• Experience using data to facilitate instruction and to prepare state and other reports;
• Knowledge of and experience with Google Apps for Education, preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Valid New Jersey or eligible for Chief School Administrator Certificate (preferred);
• Building level administrative experience (preferred);
• Knowledge of and experience with Google Apps for Education, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, lead and manage the district's elementary and secondary divisions.
• The Director of Administration oversees the operation of the district's PK-12 grades and is responsible for the accomplishment of the district's educational goals through implementation of curriculum, professional development, staff recruitment, building safety, school improvement initiatives, building budget, and staff and student discipline.
• The Director of Administration oversees the Alternative High School, Athletic Programs, and Student Residency.
• Implement visionary leadership for the district's secondary schools and coordinate with the Directors of Curriculum and Instruction, Human Resources and Student Services and Programs.

Benefits

• In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
• including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off.
• Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees