Director of Community Schools

Oakland Schools•Hazel Park, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Community Schools provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and coordination for planning, implementing, and evaluating community school initiatives. The Director collaborates with school administrators, teachers, students, families, community organizations, and public agencies to promote student achievement, family engagement, and community well-being. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position based in Hazel Park. Salary is based on education and experience. The position reports to the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, public administration, social work, community development, or a related field.
Relevant experience in educational leadership, community engagement, program administration, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Experience in program planning, budget management, grant administration, and evaluation.
Ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, families, and community partners.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Additional qualifications, certifications, and experience requirements shall be established by the district in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for developing and implementing the Community Schools program.
Establish and maintain partnerships with families, community-based organizations, social service agencies, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate academic, social, health, and family support services to address barriers to student learning.
Develop program goals, implementation plans, performance measures, and evaluation procedures.
Monitor program effectiveness, student outcomes, attendance, family engagement, and community participation.
Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets, grants, and other funding sources.
Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned personnel in accordance with district policies.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, grant requirements, and district policies.
Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for district leadership and other stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.