FY 26: Director, Department of Strategic Planning
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Location: Rockville, MD 20850
Description:
Job Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Under direction of the Chief of Equity and Organizational Development, the Director of Strategic Planning provides leadership for the development, implementation and ongoing refinement of the district's strategic plan. The Director ensures that the district's strategic priorities are aligned across all schools, offices, and departments, and that implementation is consistent with the district's mission to support student achievement, equity, and continuous improvement. The Director leads districtwide efforts to monitor progress and uphold accountability measures aligned with the school system's strategic goals, utilizing the district's accountability framework. This role guides the development of school and departmental strategic plans and supports the use of data and improvement tools to drive outcomes and strengthen practices. In partnership with other offices, the Director supports the identification and implementation of innovative programs and practices that advance district priorities. The Director also leads efforts to pursue and manage grants that align with system goals, ensuring coordination with federal, state, and local requirements. The Director engages with internal and external stakeholders to communicate progress toward strategic goals and ensure alignment of resources with results. The role includes supervising and evaluating the team leader and support staff within the department and providing leadership that fosters a culture of collaboration, equity, and excellence. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required to work extended hours and evenings as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of project management, strategic planning in an academic or instructional environment; change management; grant acquisition, facilitation of high-performing teams; organizational theories; and trends in continuous improvement. Excellent planning, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and data analysis skills. Ability to effectively work with school and system leaders to implement and monitor programs and initiatives. Ability to prepare and deliver papers and presentations. Knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn and meet the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA) Professional Growth System (PGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, education administration or other related field. Minimum of 3 years of outstanding experience as a manager or administrator, and evidence of progressive leadership responsibilities.Experience as a school-based administrator preferred. Extensive experience with project management and strategic planning. Experience utilizing strategic models for developing and monitoring key work processes and key performance indicators and with the acquisition of grants. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Maryland state certification for Administrator I preferred.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Under direction of the Chief of Equity and Organizational Development, the Director of Strategic Planning provides leadership for the development, implementation and ongoing refinement of the district's strategic plan. The Director ensures that the district's strategic priorities are aligned across all schools, offices, and departments, and that implementation is consistent with the district's mission to support student achievement, equity, and continuous improvement. The Director leads districtwide efforts to monitor progress and uphold accountability measures aligned with the school system's strategic goals, utilizing the district's accountability framework. This role guides the development of school and departmental strategic plans and supports the use of data and improvement tools to drive outcomes and strengthen practices. In partnership with other offices, the Director supports the identification and implementation of innovative programs and practices that advance district priorities. The Director also leads efforts to pursue and manage grants that align with system goals, ensuring coordination with federal, state, and local requirements. The Director engages with internal and external stakeholders to communicate progress toward strategic goals and ensure alignment of resources with results. The role includes supervising and evaluating the team leader and support staff within the department and providing leadership that fosters a culture of collaboration, equity, and excellence. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required to work extended hours and evenings as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of project management, strategic planning in an academic or instructional environment; change management; grant acquisition, facilitation of high-performing teams; organizational theories; and trends in continuous improvement. Excellent planning, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and data analysis skills. Ability to effectively work with school and system leaders to implement and monitor programs and initiatives. Ability to prepare and deliver papers and presentations. Knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn and meet the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA) Professional Growth System (PGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, education administration or other related field. Minimum of 3 years of outstanding experience as a manager or administrator, and evidence of progressive leadership responsibilities.Experience as a school-based administrator preferred. Extensive experience with project management and strategic planning. Experience utilizing strategic models for developing and monitoring key work processes and key performance indicators and with the acquisition of grants. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Maryland state certification for Administrator I preferred.