Project Director, Full-Service Community Schools

Partners for Rural Impact • Diboll, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a key full-time position with Partners for Rural Impact and the “Full-Service Community Schools (FSCS) Initiative.” Reporting to the Associate Director of Programs, the Project Director has responsibility for the management of the project; program development and refinement of program operations to ensure that objectives are met and ensuring the program is following the four FSCS pillars: 1) holistic integrated student supports; 2) expanded, enriched learning time and opportunities from cradle to career; 3) family and community engagement; 4) collaborative leadership and practices. The position leads and operates with the goal that All Rural Students Succeed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in educational administration, or related field, with a doctorate preferred
• Minimum ten years’ experience in personnel, program, and fiscal management
• Demonstrated experience with federal grants management, including budget responsibility
• Demonstrated knowledge and leadership in school reform, college/career readiness, and evaluation
• Familiarity with the Full Services Community School Model
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Superior interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Exceptional Excel skills including data processing, spreadsheet creation, and pivot tables
• Valid driver’s license
• Successfully complete pre-employment background check
• Ability to work in a high energy office
• Ability to accurately communicate and exchange information with partners, stakeholders, and/or meeting participants
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to operate motor vehicle

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the project to include the daily operation of the program through hiring, supervising, training, and guiding staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program activities
• Develop and refine program operations to ensure that objectives are met
• Ensure the program is in compliance with the DOE guidelines
• Ensure the project is operated in a fiscally prudent manner and is in compliance with all fiscal requirements
• Work with the Texas Education Agency, Regional Service Centers, partner districts, evaluators and data contractors to implement the FSCS data system; ensure the data drives services; and ensure continuous improvement of services
• Compile all required reports accurately and timely
• Provide leadership to the FSCS Partnership Council
• Identify and engage partners in supporting the FSCS model; develop a sustainability plan to expand and sustain the most effective programs
• Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist and support in the attainment of our mission, All Rural Students Succeed

Benefits

• PRI offers a wide array of benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, and health needs of you and your family.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts, plus an employee assistance program.
• Life and long-term disability insurance and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and annual holidays, in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance and professional development for employees.

What This Job Offers

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