Manager, Systems, Innovations & Strategy

PSESD•Renton, WA

About The Position

Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) seeks a Systems, Innovation & Strategy Manager to support the executive director and the development, coordination, and implementation of innovative practices and strategic initiatives across PreK–Postsecondary service areas, including Behavioral Health & Prevention Services, Special Services, and Teaching and Learning. The role works with cross-functional teams to operationalize systems improvement, track progress on strategic priorities, strengthen regional impact, and support grant development and alignment of programs with organizational goals and community needs. The Manager partners with the director team, school districts, community partners, program staff, and PSESD’s Resource Development Office to advance a comprehensive growth and innovation strategy. The position coordinates project and resource development activities, monitors program and fiscal processes, conducts research and analysis, and prepares documentation and communications. It also provides administrative support to the PreK–Postsecondary executive office and contributes to PSESD’s commitment to racial equity and becoming an Antiracist Multicultural Organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, public administration, social sciences, business administration, or a related field.
At least three years of progressively responsible, job-related experience in project coordination, systems improvement, education program support, or related work.
Demonstrated experience supporting strategic initiatives or system-wide innovation efforts.
Experience managing multiple priorities, tracking project timelines, and coordinating cross-functional efforts.
Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and inclusion, with experience working with diverse communities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and related digital tools for communication, scheduling, and data management.
Accuracy and attention to detail, including producing accurate and error-free work.
Planning, organization, prioritization, and recordkeeping skills, including appropriate handling of confidential information.
Ability to gather, analyze, synthesize, and responsibly share data from diverse sources and stakeholders.
Cultural proficiency and demonstrated ability to apply a racial equity lens, recognize bias, and support efforts to dismantle institutional racism.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in PreK–Postsecondary education systems, public agencies, or nonprofit organizations.
Experience with grants, budget tracking, and aligning funding with strategic goals.
Experience leading or facilitating cross-departmental projects or partnerships.

Responsibilities

Compile data from multiple sources to meet financial, legal, and administrative requirements.
Conduct and attend meetings, workshops, and seminars; provide information, record minutes, coordinate materials, and support attendees.
Coordinate project planning, systems and process implementation, event management, meeting organization, and related operational activities.
Coordinate with PSESD’s resource development lead on funder relationships and proposals to support coherent funding requests and communications.
Partner with staff on resource and budget development and oversight, including account balance reconciliation, forecasts, funding requests, and transfers.
Support development and implementation of a comprehensive PreK–Postsecondary growth and innovation strategy with the director team, school districts, and key partners.
Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, databases, archives, and records for reference, audit trails, and regulatory compliance.
Work with the Resource Development Office to align grants, fee-for-service work, and contracts, and maintain a resource calendar for proposal development and submission.
Monitor assigned activities and program components for coordination and compliance with financial, legal, and administrative requirements.
Prepare agendas, meeting packets and minutes, project timelines and reports, letters, and other written materials and communications.
Process fiscal information to update records or authorize final actions in compliance with accounting requirements.
Provide administrative support to the PreK–Postsecondary executive office as needed.
Guide development of improved internal agency processes and systems to enhance efficiency and innovation in cross-departmental work.
Research and analyze topics and provide information or recommendations.
Serve as a liaison to committees and organizations to convey or gather information needed for ESD operations.
Assist other personnel as required to support an efficient and effective work environment.
Apply PSESD’s antiracist and multicultural principles and practices, advocate for racial equity and inclusion, and collaborate with communities, partners, and colleagues.