Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives (Classified Management Position #1728)

Placer County Office of Education • Rocklin, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives is responsible to the County Superintendent and works under the direction of the designated administrator. The Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives provides leadership, coordination, and execution of high-impact organizational priorities, ensuring that assigned initiatives and services are delivered effectively and in conformance with county, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines. The position is responsible for advancing strategic initiatives, strengthening external partnerships, securing and managing grant funding, and supporting the organization's long-term vision and priorities. This role serves as a key liaison between the County Office of Education and a broad network of educational and community partners, including nonprofit, government, and industry organizations, to expand educational opportunities, resources, and outcomes across the region. The position also plays a critical role in identifying and advancing opportunities that support the growth of community education programs and expand access to services that meet evolving regional needs. This is a Classified Management position.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• At least five (5) years of leadership experience in strategic initiatives, partnerships, or program development.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• EdJoin Application Form
• Copy of Transcript (Proof of Bachelor's Degree)
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two Letters Signed and Dated)
• Resume

Nice To Haves

• A Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, coordination, and execution of high-impact organizational priorities.
• Ensures that assigned initiatives and services are delivered effectively and in conformance with county, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Advances strategic initiatives.
• Strengthens external partnerships.
• Secures and manages grant funding.
• Supports the organization's long-term vision and priorities.
• Serves as a key liaison between the County Office of Education and a broad network of educational and community partners, including nonprofit, government, and industry organizations, to expand educational opportunities, resources, and outcomes across the region.
• Identifies and advances opportunities that support the growth of community education programs and expand access to services that meet evolving regional needs.

What This Job Offers

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