Chief Academic Officer

Position Summary

Ensures the effective and efficient delivery of instructional programs in a large, urban school district. Assumes full responsibility for the function, contributing to the organization's overall strategy. Provides leadership and direction to multiple teams through lower-level leadership and management. Creates and inspires the organization's overall vision, mission, and strategic goals.

Essential Job Duties

• Oversees daily operations of all departments and work units within the division, ensuring effective personnel management and precise definition of roles and responsibilities.
• Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance of departments and work units, maintaining ultimate responsibility for their fiscal management.
• Ensures administration of instructional programs complies with federal, state, and local laws, Georgia Department of Education requirements, as well as Board policies and regulations.
• Leads the development, evaluation, and improvement of service delivery models to meet legal requirements and achieve Board goals.
• Defines objectives for each department or work unit in the division; develops short-range and long-range plans with necessary resources to support these goals.
• Provides executive leadership in alignment with Board goals, school district initiatives, and community needs; maintains current knowledge on curriculum trends to advise Superintendent on action courses.
• Assists in formulating board policies by providing data / information; collaborates across administration segments for policy implementation; administers board policies personally or through delegation.
• Implements approved school district community relations program to inform public about developments; recommends activities promoting positive relationships between DeKalb County School District (DCSD) and community stakeholders.
• Maintains contact with media representatives, community groups / organizations on behalf of the Superintendent; serves as liaison, receiving input from various local agencies.
• Represents DCSD at professional / civic functions while fostering organizational vision / mission through strategic goal setting based on extensive experience / knowledge.
• Oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures required to meet regulatory requirements, operational targets, and financial goals.
• Analyzes data to inform decisions and improve practices.
• Supports the professional growth of staff by providing direction, support, and constructive feedback.
• Develops long-term talent plans to execute organizational strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands and Work Environment