Who We Are
The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is California’s seventh largest school. Every year, more than 55,000 students, speaking more than 44 documented languages, have powerful learning experiences in the 130 public schools within the City and County of San Francisco. We aim to provide each student with an equal opportunity to succeed by promoting intellectual growth, creativity, self-discipline, cultural and linguistic sensitivity, democratic responsibility, economic competence, and physical and mental health so that each student can achieve his or her maximum potential. We place access and equity, student achievement, and accountability at the forefront of every child’s education in pursuit of this mission.
What It Means to Work Here
When you join our team at SFUSD you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused organization that approaches public education as a social justice movement that requires broad collaboration across an array of strategic partners. As a CORE district, SFUSD is also a leader in critical systems change for more comprehensive school accountability and innovations that help strengthen the instructional core, which is the foundation of our strategic plan, Impact Learning. Impact Lives.
Who We Want
We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are inspired by our mission steeped in equity, and who are motivated to unleash our children’s potential. We want people who are strong collaborators, skilled communicators, problem solvers and who are comfortable in a community of continuous learning.
As the 1809 Educational Policy Analyst – College and Career Readiness you will be responsible for creating and implementing program systems within the next two years which will support the initiative to prepare every SFUSD student for both College and Career Readiness upon graduation. The work involves assisting cabinet and executive staff in the analysis, design, implementation, monitoring, coordination and evaluation of educational programs that relate to college and career readiness and the status of students progress towards completing requirements for graduation from high school, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations related to specific funding sources; and performs related duties as required.
We expect our 1809 Educational Policy Analyst – College and Career Readiness to:
Design and conduct needs analyses and research studies to evaluate proposed or existing programs, and local, county, state and federal legislation affecting SFUSD instructional and administrative programs; identify model programs and best practices to assess utility within SFUSD; formulate and propose programmatic and organizational changes to address new and emerging educational and organizational needs.
Coordinate program implementation among affected divisions, departments, sites and work units; facilitate program implementation by developing and communicating operational policies and procedures through reports, memoranda, and presentations to divisions, units, communities, employees, and parent groups affected by new instructional and administrative programs and initiatives.
Identify resources necessary for effective program implementation; develop budget recommendations, reports and justifications, Board of Education resolutions, and short and long-range strategic plans to ensure successful program implementation.
Plan and conduct community outreach programs to engage stakeholders, including employees and parent groups, in SFUSD programs, and its mission and educational objectives; communicate and coordinate with a variety of groups and individuals, including Board Members, and executive and senior management; represent the Superintendent and administrative division before a variety of legislative and policy-making bodies and participate in interdepartmental and inter-agency committees and workgroups to enhance program development.
Coordinate and conduct in-service training to District administrative and teaching staff to effectively implement new programs, initiatives, and enhancements or modifications of existing programs; consult with administrators and teaching staff to resolve problems and concerns with program implementation efforts.
Plan, execute, and perform data analysis from large group surveys about various services offered to families,students, teachers, and community stakeholders.
The strongest candidates will have:
Knowledge of: Federal, state and local legislation, including San Francisco Board of Education policies and administrative provisions and California Education Code; California Department of Education program guidelines and advisories; state and federal funding programs; and weighted student formula/site-based budgeting. This includes a deep knowledge of high school graduation requirements as outlined in California Educational Code, the University of California/California State University System, and San Francisco Unified School District.
Ability to: Design, implement, monitor and evaluate educational programs in compliance with relevant legislation and funding guidelines; conduct research, analyze data and prepare recommendations for program development or modification; prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports; interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures; develop and conduct in-service training programs necessary for effective program implementation; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; represent the Division of Curriculum and Instruction and the District before a variety of regulatory boards and agencies, community groups, and District administrators and employees; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with diverse groups and individuals, including community-based organizations, parent and community groups, and District administrative staff and employees.
Minimum Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree in Education, Public Policy, Public Administration or related field.
Two years of professional level experience in program administration and/or policy analysis in an educational setting.
Desirable Qualifications
Masters’ degree or PhD in Education or related field
What We Offer
SFUSD offers a competitive salary of $81,977 ‐ $109,303/year commensurate with experience in a similar position and a comprehensive benefits package including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work.
How to Apply
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only being accepted through an online process.
Please visit www.Edjoin.org and search for and select the 1809 Educational Policy Analyst – College and Career Readiness position. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the application. Note: You must attach an updated cover letter, resume, and letter(s) of recommendation to the application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Beth Rezaee, by telephone at 415-241-6101, ext. 3257, or by email at rezaeee@sfusd.edu.
Make sure that your application and any attachments to the application submitted at the time of filing are complete and accurate and include details on all experience, education, training and other information that qualifies you for this position. Failure to submit a complete and accurate application at the time of filing may result in your ineligibility for this position or inability to receive full credit for scoring purposes. Any new information concerning work experience, education, training and other information that is submitted after the filing deadline may not be used for scoring or considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
Conviction History Review As part of the selection process an image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) history will disqualify you as a candidate based on the specific requirements of the position to which you are applying. If selected for fingerprinting, the hiring department will contact you to schedule an appointment.
Benefits San Francisco Unified School District offers a competitive benefits package. For more information about benefits, please visit: http://www.myhss.org/benefits/sfusd.html
The San Francisco Unified School District is committed to maintaining an educational environment where all persons who participate in school programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere free of all forms of harassment or intimidation. The Board prohibits sexual harassment of students, employees or other persons, at school or at school-sponsored or school-related activities. San Francisco Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply We are an Equal Opportunity Employer