Chief of Staff

Position Purpose: As a key member of the Executive Council, the Chief of Staff works closely with the Superintendent, Principals, and other District Administration members to ensure the school district's effective administration and the Board of Education's strategic plan. This position will provide expertise and leadership while playing a critical role in supporting the Superintendent and district leadership team in driving continuous improvement and ensuring the success of students, teachers, and staff within the Omaha Public Schools. Provides advice on the appropriate use of all district resources; recommends policy and practice changes; and assists in preparing agenda for Board meetings. Directs the district's activities to comply with law, policy, and regulations in a manner that ensures the optimal use of district assets. The candidate should be a strategic thinker who can provide solid and innovative organizational leadership in talent management, recruiting, employee relations, union relations, and employee benefits.?The successful candidate will demonstrate ethical and prudent conduct in representing the District.?This individual will have outstanding written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exceptional analytic skills.

Qualification Profile:

Ed Specialist degree in education, or equivalent, required.
District leadership endorsement required.
Ability to interact effectively with and guide staff, students, parents, and community members.
Demonstrated ability in instructional management, budgeting, curriculum planning, staff development, legal matters, supervision of instruction, and personnel management.
Ability to lead and manage professional and classified staff.
Ability to work cooperatively with all collective bargaining organizations.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively manage time and a variety of responsibilities.
Knowledge of data privacy practices and laws.
Experience with Windows-based computing environment.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Providing a strategic vision and strategic leadership for District.
Provides, as a member of the Superintendent’s executive team, leadership to District employees that fosters a success-oriented and accountable environment within the District.
Organizes staff functions and monitor progress, whether solely in a division or jointly among divisions.
Collaborate with the Superintendent and other district leaders to develop and implement strategic plans that advance the district's educational goals and priorities.
Collaborate with district leadership and Board Secretary to formulate, review, and update policies and procedures governing various aspects of school operations, including curriculum, student services, personnel, and finance.
Support and lead cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, monitor progress and achieve measurable outcomes.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, reporting and regulations.
Serve as a liaison between the school district and various stakeholders, including parents, teachers, community members, and government agencies. Foster positive relationships and facilitate communication to address concerns and promote collaboration.
Provide support to the Superintendent in managing day-to-day operations, scheduling meetings, preparing reports/briefings, and coordinating initiatives across departments.
Address administrative tasks, such as scheduling management of projects, to support the Superintendent and ensure efficient operations.
In collaboration with Student Community Services, develop plans and protocols for responding to emergencies, such as natural disasters, security threats, or public health crises, and coordinate the district's response efforts as needed.
Working with the Division of School improvement ensure professional development opportunities for district staff to enhance their skills and knowledge, promote innovation, and improve student outcomes.
Assessing the impact of legislation and negotiations, directing analysis on impending legislation, and recommending revised language to support the District's mission.
Preparing various materials to document activities, issues, meeting compliance and providing support materials, and presenting information to District management, Board of Education, District Employees, and general management.
Facilitating various meetings, in-services, and workshops.
Representing the District to the public, local and state government officials, and other districts as appropriate.