What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Projects position at Providence School District?
JOB DESCRIPTION
PPSD serves more than 21,000 students in Providence. As part of a comprehensive reform effort to Turnaround the District and improve outcomes for children, the work of Central Office staff will support and drive instructional excellence and significant achievement gains for PPSD students.
Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Projects will coordinate with the Chief of Staff with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed upon completion through conferences and reports for conformance to establish policies, objectives, rules and regulations. Works closely with communications and engagement staff on intergovernmental and advocacy strategy.
EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in public policy, public administration, business, finance.
Master's or Law degree preferred.
Three (3) years' relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
Under the direction of the Chief of Staff and Superintendent, the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Projects will be responsible for:
Liaison to Local and State Leadership
PPSD serves more than 21,000 students in Providence. As part of a comprehensive reform effort to Turnaround the District and improve outcomes for children, the work of Central Office staff will support and drive instructional excellence and significant achievement gains for PPSD students.
Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Projects will coordinate with the Chief of Staff with considerable latitude for the exercise of initiative and independent judgement; work is reviewed upon completion through conferences and reports for conformance to establish policies, objectives, rules and regulations. Works closely with communications and engagement staff on intergovernmental and advocacy strategy.
EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in public policy, public administration, business, finance.
Master's or Law degree preferred.
Three (3) years' relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
Under the direction of the Chief of Staff and Superintendent, the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Special Projects will be responsible for:
Liaison to Local and State Leadership
- Supporting the Superintendent and Chief of Staff with communication and coordination with key external partners such as the City Council, Mayor's Office, state leadership through the RIDE Senior Advisor and Director of Legislative Affair, other municipalities, the School Department as well as other public entities, business associations and non-profit organizations;
- Building information links so that data and information flows efficiently between the local, state leadership, and the public;
- Ensuring collaboration with city and state partners in adapting district policy changes;
- Working with the City Council and Mayor's Office to find answers and identify solutions to questions and concerns raised by city residents;
- Participating in planning and review in preparation for Council presentations; responding to related Council and Mayoral inquires;
- Tracking local and state issues of importance to the school district;
- Collaborating with relevant Departments to advocate and support for issues on behalf of the school department.
- Serve as project manager on specific initiatives that increase the district's engagement with city leadership and the Providence community writ large;
- Represent the School District at City Council meetings and other public meetings as needed;
- Serve as lead project manager for interdepartmental district initiatives that require support from state or local leadership;
- Listen to the interests of the Mayor's Office and City Council to create feasible solutions to constituent concerns;
- Advise School Department staff on how to best prepare and present information to the public.
- Advise the Superintendent, Chief of Staff and Leadership Team on city and state related issues;
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and state leadership;
- Regularly collect information from schools and departments to raise awareness of the positive activities that are happening to city and state leadership;
- Work closely with various city and state departments and agencies;
- Perform other functions as directed by the Superintendent and Chief of Staff to fulfill the District's external engagement plan.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Strong working knowledge of city and state government;
- Working knowledge of municipal operations.
- Working knowledge in handling and analysis of administrative data practices and techniques;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with department personnel conflicts regarding strategy, policy and operations; ability to work independently in an efficient manner; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; ability to establish and maintain complex record keeping and accounting systems; ability to manage multiple tasks in an efficient manner; ability to carry out assignments to completion in an efficient and accurate manner. Ability to develop excellent facilitation and public speaking skills.
- Skill in operating personal computers and applicable word processing and spread sheet applications; excellent interpersonal skills; time management skills, self-motivational skills and organizational skills are very important. Excellent written and public speaking communication skills. Ability to maintain composure while under pressure;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills;
- Commitment to the mission and vision of PPSD and the relevance of job functions to that mission and vision.
- Applicant Tracking System profile application
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Letter of interest and intent
