Chief executive officer Jobs in Thornton, CO

DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead one of the highest performing charter school organizations in the nation. DSST currently serves 7,000 6th-12th grade students across Denver and Aurora in 16 schools with a mission to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.

DSST Public Schools seeks an extraordinary leader with a track record of leading a large organization towards accomplishing its mission. We believe a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team leads to innovation, which allows us to better support our students, families, and the community—regardless of background, experience, or social and / or cultural identity. DSST aims to be an inclusive and equitable workplace by valuing race, gender, sexual orientation, and all aspects of individual identities. When reading this job description, we hope you feel energized by what you see, feel, and hear. If you believe you could bring passion and commitment to the role but aren't sure you meet every qualification, we would encourage a conversation about the opportunity. Above all, we are looking for people who believe in our mission to eliminate educational inequity and strive for educational excellence.

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS

Please do not apply to this application. We are partnering with a Search Firm, Spencer Stuart for this role, so to express interest or to nominate a potential candidate for the DSST Public Schools CEO position, please email : .

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to Board of Directors

Direct reports

• Chief Equity Officer
• Chief External Affairs
• Officer Chief Financial Officer
• Chief People Officer
• Chief of Schools
• Head of Strategy
• President

Other key relationships :

CORE PRIORITIES

The CEO must currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Denver Metro area.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

Mission Orientation

Leadership experience within, and personal commitment to, organizations aligned with DSST’s mission and core values. Deep understanding of, and / or appreciation for, the landscape of urban public education and the inequities within these systems, and experience navigating their rapidly changing contexts.

Inspiring and Enterprising Leader

Experience serving as an inspiring, trusting, and credible communicator and relationship builder to a range of internal and external stakeholders with diverse experiences and viewpoints. A track record of innovative and entrepreneurial leadership within dynamic and evolving organizations within diverse operational and regulatory environments. Experience leading leaders, and empowering high-performing teams while successfully driving results and growth.

Education Leadership Experience

Strong knowledge of, and appreciation for, exceptional classroom instruction, school leadership, and education leadership at the state, district, and charter management operator levels. Strong familiarity with how to manage and create high-performing middle schools and high schools.

Demonstrated Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

An unwavering, demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all forms, internally and externally, as a personal and professional value. Track record of impact on organizational culture, systems, practices, and strategies which drive measurable progress on the dimensions of access, equity, and belonging.

Operational Management

Extensive management experience with a strong financial and organizational acumen. A demonstrated ability to build, manage, and empower a team to ensure hard work, unity, stability, trust, and effectiveness. Successful leadership and management of a team, networked organization, and budget of similar size and scope to DSST.

Strategic Stewardship and Fundraising

A demonstrated ability to develop strategy, manage and align resources, use data, implement plans with fidelity, identify challenges and assess progress, and address gaps to achieve strong and consistently high results across all functional areas. A creative and ambitious advocate for philanthropic support, with a track record of successful revenue generation and fundraising, including cultivating and stewarding major donors and external partners.

A master’s or doctoral degree in education, business, or management is preferred. An M.B.A., J.D., or exit-level degree in other fields will also be considered.

CRITICAL LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Strategic Agility

Collaborating and Partnering

Inclusive Orientation

OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

COMPENSATION

250,000-$325,000 based on skills, experience, abilities, and organizational needs. In addition to the annual salary, DSST Public Schools offers a strong benefits package.

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS

Please do not apply to this application. We are partnering with a Search Firm, Spencer Stuart for this role, so to express interest or to nominate a potential candidate for the DSST Public Schools CEO position, please email : .

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to, or discriminate on the basis of, Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic Information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities

WHO WE ARE

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to be the largest and highest-performing network of public charter schools in Denver and Aurora with 100% of our students having been accepted into college or post secondary programs since our inception in 2004. When you join DSST, you play a part in ensuring ALL students at our 16 schools have access to a transformational and joyful education. We encourage you to visit our to learn more about why we’ve been selected as the 2018 Broad Prize Winner and as a Denver Post “Top Place to Work”.

Not interested right now but might be in the future, or want to learn about other positions? Complete our to connect with a member of our Talent Team.

INTERVIEW EXPECTATIONS

For most of our positions, we hire on a rolling basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as you are able! You can learn more about what to expect in our interview process.

TOTAL REWARDS

At DSST, we know that our people are the greatest asset we have in reaching our mission of eliminating educational inequity. We work hard to build a work culture that allows our staff to not only feel fulfilled by the work they do but also feel supported to live a joyful, healthy life. We want this work to be your life’s work. and to learn how we deliver on our commitment to the human condition.

Some Highlights :

Staff Experience Bonus : DSST celebrates staff that continue to choose our network by rewarding a bonus every 3 years in increasing increments from $3,000-$6,000.

Excellent Healthcare Plan : We encourage you to check out our to see the ways we are committed to the wellness of our staff. We are always looking to improve how we care and, through staff feedback, we’ve been able to implement innovative new benefits such as Fertility Benefits as well as staffing a Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST Staff.

Time Off : DSST Staff enjoy + paid PTO (from Day 1!)

Career Development : In addition to weekly coaching from a designated coach, you’ll have access to internal training and development pathways designed by our Professional Development & Training Team as well as external development opportunities.

REFERRAL

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them! Anyone can refer a candidate and we offer a $500 referral bonus for every successful referral.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, National origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), Age (40 and older), Disability, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and / or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.