Director of Equity & Community Engagement - 20266101

Salary Range: $178,192 - $218,859/year

Hours per Day - 8.0

Days per Year - 260

*Office Hours - 7:30am - 4:30pm

First Consideration Date: April 22, 2025

Start Date: July 1, 2025

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Job Title: Classification:

Director of Equity & Community Engagement Non-Bargaining G

Reports to:

Executive Director of Elementary Education, Zone 1

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Equity and Community Engagement will lead the development and implementation of equity and community engagement initiatives in support of the District's strategic plan. In collaboration with the administrative leadership team, the Director will execute the Superintendent's vision that results in an equitable and inclusive K-12 educational experience for students, staff, and families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Facilitates the promotion of the District commitment to a climate of equity and inclusion through interaction with stakeholders inside and outside the District.

Develop and implement professional development to promote equity, inclusion, cultural understanding, and cultural competency.

Work in partnership with Teaching and Learning Department to embed equitable, culturally responsive instruction and leadership practices within staff professional development.

Facilitate the delivery of professional development related to cultural competency and anti-bias training for certificated and classified staff.

Works collaboratively with District-level instructional leaders and supports the use of culturally relevant pedagogy and practice.

Supports strategic engagement with community-based organizations and partners to leverage resources in service of shared goals and outcomes for students.

Collaborates with District leadership to create, implement and monitor programs designed to ensure just and equitable outcomes for students, families and staff.

Collaborate with the Human Resources Department to ensure systemic accountability regarding recruitment of a diverse employee population and retention of current staff.

Supports District-wide diversity councils, multicultural event programming and youth events.

Identify community partnership opportunities.

Supports the development and implementation of community engagement plans for districtwide initiatives.

Act as a District liaison in support of communities of color and other diverse groups.

Facilitate opportunities for student voice in matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Gathers, researches and analyzes data for use in statistical calculations and reporting in order to meet federal and state requirements in the area of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Assists with compliance and development of policies and procedures related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Supervise assigned personnel by providing appropriate levels of support and accountability (e.g., hiring, developing, evaluating, planning, scheduling/coordinating activities, coaching, advising, terminating, etc.) to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Manages the department budget, including developing budget proposals, justifying expenses and monitoring accounts.

Stays abreast of advances in the area of diversity and prepares written materials (e.g. procedures, reports, memos, letters, budgets, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Works collaboratively with legal counsel and respective Council member regarding cases involving diversity issues.

Collaborates with students and families to problem solve complaints of harassment and discrimination complaints.

As the Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Officer:

• Oversees prevention efforts to avoid civil rights and Title IX violations from occurring;
• Implements the District's discrimination complaint procedures; and
• Collaborates with respective Council member and legal counsel while investigating complaints alleging discrimination based on the protected classes as well as complaints alleging discrimination based on gender, including sexual harassment.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Masters' degree
• Five (5) years of experience in a multicultural, multiethnic school/community environment, preferably as a teacher or social worker.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of racial and cultural differences; sensitivity to issues and concerns of communities of color and other diverse groups.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and legal standards pertaining to Civil Rights, Title I and other relevant topics.
• Knowledge and skills in dispute resolution, effective decision-making, organization and time management.

• Demonstrated knowledge in leading equity, diversity and inclusion, and/or cultural competency work in large organizations.
• Demonstrated knowledge with programs/initiatives/research in the areas of equity and equality, diversity and inclusion, cultural competency, cultural awareness, cross cultural communication, and organizational change management

• Demonstrated skill of team player with experience working within a culturally diverse workplace.
• Demonstrated skill of analytics and problem-solving.
• Exemplary skills in written and oral language with the ability to communicate respectfully, clearly and concisely by telephone, in person, and in written form.
• Skill at negotiating and consensus building to support administrative decisions and programs.
• Skills and ability in organization, time management, task prioritization and record keeping.

• Ability to stay up-to-date on advances in the area of equity.

• Ability to interact with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively manage time and a variety of responsibilities.
• Ability to keep current on Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX required trainings.
• Ability to be a trusted advisor while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter, multi-faceted thinking.
• Ability to research issues and problems, interpret and analyze data, prepare comprehensive reports, and recommend sound conclusions.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and administrators to develop and implement uses of educational best practices in area of diversity.
• Ability to lead and manage professional and classified staff.
• Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance and punctuality.

• Ability to coordinate large projects with multiple activities and diverse participants.

• Ability to build collaborative, productive teams.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally performed in an office or enclosed facility environment. Some exposure to inclement weather may occur. This position is required to travel extensively to and between school sites. Occasionally lifts 30 pounds. Must be able to talk and use fingers, hands, and arms and to listen carefully and focus while filtering out normal office noise. Teamwork and high productivity requirements create frequent extra hour days, attendance at meetings before and after work, and weekend work. Dexterity of fingers and hands to operate a computer keyboard.

FLSA: Exempt AFFILIATION: Non-Bargaining

JOB CLASS: Director WORK YEAR: 260 Days

ONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154