Director of education Jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The focus of this specialized, technically oriented position is on meeting and exceeding high standards of accuracy and quality based on established systems, technologies and guidelines. Strength in technical problem solving based on expertise and experience, and a strong commitment to efficiently achieve high quality results is required. A thoughtful, persevering, self-disciplined approach to achieving accurate, detailed work is essential. Job responsibilities and expectations are clearly defined, as is the scope of job authority. Expertise and competency is developed through an ongoing exposure to and training in new technical systems once they have been adopted and well tested. A key aspect of the job includes the ongoing identification of technical problems and the development of sound, carefully thought-out solutions. Problem solving is focused on proven systems and technologies and established organizational relationships. Solutions should minimize risk to the organization and utilize existing resources. Because of the expertise developed in this position, it is necessary to regularly initiate and communicate viewpoints on problems and opportunities in a factual, straightforward manner. This job allows for autonomy and independence and is primarily self-reliant. The job involves managing others, and there is a need for someone who will exercise the necessary authority in assuring that subordinates meet or exceed the same technical standards of quality and accuracy. Delegation must be firm, clear, and focused on the specific tasks and technical activities of the job. Because of the fast-paced job environment, decisions must be made quickly and firmly, within the defined scope of job authority and based on job expertise. In general, this is a valued expert expected to deliver high quality, accurate results, while efficiently maintaining and enhancing existing organizational systems and standards.

Job Characteristics

• Varied activities
• Multiple and simultaneous projects and tasks
• Continual problem / solution identification
• Fast-paced environment
• Technical / analytical focus
• Work within established systems, standards, and procedures
• Communication based on job knowledge and expertise
• Authoritative, quick decision making within defined span of control
• Focused on established systems and technologies
• Fact-based, solution oriented
• Minimal risk taking
• Focused on job knowledge and expertise
• Must provide clear, direct, authoritative direction to others
• Leadership focused on efficient, accurate, quality work output
• Requires a strong leadership style
• Job requires close control of process, tasks, and results
• Delegated tasks must be closely measured and monitored

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Education

Experience

Remote Work Capabilities

Fully Remote

Hybrid Remote

Occasionally Remote

No Remote