Director of Partnerships and Civic Engagement

Los Angeles Unified School District

8d • $172,590 - $215,052 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in public relations, community relations, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Four years of supervisory or management experience coordinating and implementing corporate philanthropy, strategic partnerships, government and community relations, nonprofit development, public affairs, community and civic engagement in a multi-department organization.
• A valid California driver license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will be ready to provide strategic leadership in nurturing the District’s relationships with corporate philanthropy, civic organizations, nonprofits, and other external partners.
• They will identify, recruit, develop, and negotiate partnerships that advance District priorities, expand resources and opportunities for students, and strengthen the District’s role in the broader civic and business community.
• The ideal candidate will also be an external-facing institutional operator who can build high-level relationships while successfully navigating a large, complex public organization.
• Additionally, the candidate will be able to translate external relationships into durable institutional partnerships inside a complex public system.
• Lastly, the ideal candidate has abilities such as: strategic relationship management skills; institutional and political acumen; executive presence; negotiation ability and judgment; cross-functional collaboration; project management; strong written and verbal communication; and a demonstrated commitment to equity and public service.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and advises the Superintendent and senior leadership on external relationships, partnership opportunities, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develops and implements District-wide strategies for corporate, philanthropic, civic, and community partnerships.
• Liaises with the Board of Education staff, senior management staff, Chambers of Commerce, community committees, corporate executives, civic organizations and leaders corporate executives, non-profits, and other key stakeholders.
• Establishes systems to track partnerships, commitments, outcomes, and impact.
• Develops and writes strategic communications
• Establishes and facilitates committees, special teams, and roundtables to improve District services and implement systems to monitor partnerships, commitments, outcomes, and impact.
• Coordinates and works with external agencies to identify and secure philanthropic investments, sponsorships, in-kind resources, and other strategic partnerships.
• Monitors participation rates, produces post-event and program reports and analyzes results for use in reporting as well as future program design and implementation.
• Reviews and evaluates relevant District policies, procurement, legal, finance, and communications to ensure they are aligned with best practices, innovative solutions, and advance the District Strategic Plan.
• Conducts research, compiles data, and writes reports, correspondence, memoranda, and bulletins.
• Represents the District in business, civic, philanthropic, and community settings.

Benefits

• District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• 24 days each year.
• Up to 13 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director