SUPERVISOR, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES (ESS) OPERATIONS

DPS Careers • Denver, CO

29d • $70,195 - $84,233

About The Position

The Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Operations Supervisor supports the development and implementation of significant programmatic solutions as well as oversight of day-to-day departmental operations. Responsibilities include assessment of Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Department needs by providing recommendations for department wide solutions to ESS management and senior leadership; analysis of delivery methods; cross-functional alignment of workstreams; ensuring program and district compliance with relevant industry, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Administrative Social Work or related discipline from an accredited institution is required
• Three (3+) or more years of Operations, Program Management, Project Management, or Administrative Social Work is required
• Ability to motivate and influence others
• Ability to effectively lead a team
• Ability to set goals, work independently and drive results
• Self-starter/leader who can anticipate department needs in a proactive (versus, reactive) manner
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work with individuals at all different levels in the organization
• Ability to multi-task without compromising integrity or fidelity
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and/or Project Management Software (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Inspired visionary who can foster/generate excitement, buy-in, and understanding with colleagues and employees outside of the team
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and occasionally deviate from established practices and procedures for new situations and problems
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals, establish priorities, and organize resources
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Business, Accounting, Administrative Social Work or related discipline from an accredited institution is preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports day-to-day monitoring of team budgets and designated financial activities; provides guidance and training to staff on project cost tracking and fiscal procedures.
• Serves as a liaison between ESS Operations, Finance, and Procurement on vendor spending, purchase requests, and contract execution
• Reviews and analyzes vendor expenditures; supports buyers in identifying vendors, coordinating contracts, and monitoring spending compliance
• Acts as operational lead for assigned RFPs, contract staffing agencies, and Medicaid related projects, supporting documentation, timelines, and contract administration
• Prepares operational reports and dashboards for leadership that summarize program effectiveness, compliance status, and improvement opportunities
• Directly supervises Office Support staff and oversees related operational systems and workflows, including records requests, Child Find referrals, Location Determination Team (LDT) processes, and transportation coordination
• Directly supervises the Operations Coordinator and ensures timely completion of assigned operational tasks and priorities
• Oversees day-to-day operational program supports, including ESS websites, enrollment and projection processes, staff laptop deployment, and assistive technology coordination
• Oversees operational financial processes, including purchase orders, contractors, purchase requests, department P-cards, Independent Education Evaluation (IEE) and settlement payments, and Medicaid compliance tracking
• Supports the development, maintenance, and consistent implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for ESS Operations

Benefits

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $70,195 - $84,233 Annually.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees