Hybrid Project Director – Full-Service Community Schools

at Partners for Rural Impact

• Job title: Project Director – Full-Service Community Schools
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Lufkin, United States

About the role

• Project Director responsible for managing community school initiatives with Partners for Rural Impact. Overseeing program operations and ensuring compliance with guidelines in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the project to include the daily operation of the program through hiring, supervising, training, and guiding staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program activities
• Develop and refine program operations to ensure that objectives are met
• Ensure the program is in compliance with the DOE guidelines
• Ensure the project is operated in a fiscally prudent manner and is in compliance with all fiscal requirements
• Work with the Texas Education Agency, Regional Service Centers, partner districts, evaluators and data contractors to implement the FSCS data system; ensure the data drives services; and ensure continuous improvement of services
• Compile all required reports accurately and timely
• Provide leadership to the FSCS Partnership Council
• Identify and engage partners in supporting the FSCS model; develop a sustainability plan to expand and sustain the most effective programs

Requirements

• Master’s degree in educational administration, or related field, with a doctorate preferred
• Minimum ten years’ experience in personnel, program, and fiscal management
• Demonstrated experience with federal grants management, including budget responsibility
• Demonstrated knowledge and leadership in school reform, college/career readiness, and evaluation
• Familiarity with the Full Services Community School Model
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Superior interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Exceptional Excel skills including data processing, spreadsheet creation, and pivot tables
• Valid driver’s license
• Successfully complete pre-employment background check

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts, plus an employee assistance program.
• Life and long-term disability insurance and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and annual holidays, in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition assistance and professional development for employees.