Position Summary:

Responsible for oversight and implementation of the Communities In Schools model. The Program Director will supervise school site staff, enhance relationships with partner schools, serve as a liaison with community service partners and organizations, and be responsible for data collection and reporting.

Specific Tasks:

Program Oversight and Management

Supervise, manage, lead and develop Communities In Schools site coordinators in the implementation of the CIS model.
Ensure site compliance with CIS National Total Quality Standards.
Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with schools, parents, and other community organizations to promote the academic success of all students.
Meet with school leadership a minimum of four times per year (or as needed) to monitor satisfaction with site plan and staff.
Respond to school concerns, documenting improvement plans to be implemented.
Identify and incorporate various community resources that best meet the needs of the school site and its students.
Ensure the completion of the annual school needs assessments for each site in the program.
Guide site coordinators in development and implementation of the site plan, including:
measurable objectives, procedures for delivering school/community-wide programs, class/group-wide programs, targeted case management services, progress monitoring and service modifications as needed, and evaluation and documentation of site plan effectiveness.
Oversee site program evaluation.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings with collaborative partners, school staff, the CIS team, and other resource agencies involved in collaborative services.
Assist with program/policy development.
Maintain confidentiality relating to all student education records and information obtained from the school districts.

Administration

Participate in administrative team meetings and decision-making processes.
Manage implementation of the CIS systematic data collection plan to ensure accurate and current data for periodic and annual reports.
Identify and incorporate local and national best practices that enhance delivery of the CIS model.
Recruit, hire, and train site staff, contractors, practicum students, and AmeriCorps members on the CIS model.
Conduct weekly/bi-weekly on-site visits throughout the year to provide support and supervision to school-based staff.
Ensure the programs and services offered to sites meet or exceed expectations.
Conduct staff performance reviews.

Evaluation, Documentation and Reporting

Oversee data collection and reporting at each school for Communities in Schools evaluations.
Provide program information and overview of accomplishments to the Executive Director, CIS board, and District personnel as appropriate.
Ensure accurate documentation.
Ensure compliance with grant reporting requirements.

General Tasks

Consult with school administrators, parents and staff as requested or appropriate.
Represent CIS at events and meetings, as necessary.
Assist with preparation for Board meetings.
Work collaboratively with all CIS staff to maintain a positive CIS image; understand and demonstrate the CIS mission, goals and initiatives within the community.
Be responsible for developing and supporting values of a culturally diverse work environment.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with three years experience supervising staff and overseeing a program, or Master’s degree with one year of experience, or equivalent.
Experience with training, supervision, and evaluation of diverse staff.
Experience with youth engagement and relationship-building skills, particularly with at-risk youth.
Commitment to social justice.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with schools, students, parents, community representatives and the general public.
Self starter who is comfortable with new projects.
Excellent facilitation skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility, collaborative spirit, and strong organizational skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Valid Washington state driver’s license, access to reliable transportation and proof of adequate vehicle insurance coverage.
Ability to lift 25lbs on an occasional basis.
Commitment to helping young people stay in school and prepare for life.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in education, social services, counseling, juvenile justice, or anti-poverty.
Knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, economic status, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
Ability to speak in a language in addition to English.
Comfortable speaking in a public setting.

Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. CIS of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Status: Exempt, 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week) with occasional weekend and evening hours

Location: John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence

Reports to: Communities In Schools of Seattle’s Executive Director

Applications Due: Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 at 5pm

Communities In Schools of Seattle provides individualized and academic support to students at risk of dropping out of school. The organization’s mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. For more information: www.seattle.ciswa.org.

How to apply

To apply, send a cover letter and resume by Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 at 5pm to employment@cisseattle.org.

If you are unable to email your information, please send it to:

CIS of Seattle

Re: Program Director

PO Box 24872

Seattle, WA 98124