Director of Organizational Policy Implementation (Immediate Opening)

Description

Director of Organizational Policy Implementation

Mission:

The Director of Organizational Policy is responsible for evaluating the efficacy of existing policies across the organization and laying out the groundwork for internal stakeholders to meet objectives and goals corresponding with policy revision and implementation. The position's duties include reviewing and amending existing policies, defining improvements needed and leading the project plan to improve their effects. This role is responsible for identifying benefits, disadvantages, and omissions in current policies while providing direction and advice that contributes to positive changes within the organization.

Location:

This is a full-time remote position based in (Texas/Louisiana/Florida/Arkansas/Ohio) with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:

Travel to IDEA training events, board or policy related conferences, and/or team step-back may be required; less than 4 times per year.

What You'll Do - Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

• Executes the vision and direction for policy work at IDEA and its affiliates so that internal stakeholders and external partners say "I know that policy, it lives here, and it means" by knowing how to access the current and historical versions of all policies, are able to access the tools and resources to understand what the current policies mean, and can correctly describe (and then execute) the policy process for creation or revision that is needed.
• Creates, monitors, and trains stakeholders to use the platforms, data mechanisms, knowledge management tools, and other resources associated with the vision and direction for policy work.
• Ensures policies are digestible, with clear administrative procedures and guidance for internal stakeholders.
• Audits current policies and conducts research on existing policies to determine their effectiveness, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Creates a strategic plan for when audited policies will be revised.
• Shepherds internal stakeholders identified as policy owners through the policy process, including the policy implementation planning process, ahead of committee and board meetings.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews policies for updates (annual, legislative, and procedural) as changes are implemented across the network and creates a strategic plan for monitoring and updating
• Ensures policies have a consistent voice, tone, and style and a shared template
• Reports on findings and propose new policies or amendments to existing policies
• Liaises with stakeholders to determine needs and goals of policies
• Articulates policy recommendations verbally and in writing to executive leadership
• Audits and revising current policy process and develops policy implementation planning process
• Ensures that policies and policy amendments meet legal requirements before being submitted to the board
• Works with stakeholders to develop policy training plans for frontline team members so that policy implementation plans are executed.
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills - Competencies

• Make Sound Decisions: This individual is able to gather relevant information, consider various options, and make choices that are in line with their current responsibilities and the team's goals.
• Manage Work and Teams: This individual focuses on managing their own work effectively. They develop skills in time management, task prioritization, and self-organization, ensuring that they meet their personal objectives and contribute effectively to their teams.
• Grow Self and Others: This individual actively seeks feedback, embraces challenges as learning opportunities, and engages in professional development activities to enhance their own skills and performance.
• Build Trust and Psychological Safety: This individual focuses on awareness of their own emotional states and biases. They practice transparency and honesty in their interactions, contributing positively to team morale and trust.
• Communicate Deliberately: This individual can express ideas clearly and listen actively. They practice direct communication in their daily interactions and can adjust message based on immediate feedback and audience understanding with support.

Additional Skills:

• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Well-rounded interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners, and donors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
• Highly resourceful team-player and strong individual executor
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Ability to multitask and juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong process orientation
• Manage projects individually and with-in a team
• Proficiency in full Microsoft platform
• Ability to read and interpret code and legal language

Required experience:

• 6-10 years related experience
• Master's or doctorate degree

Preferred experience:

• Experience with fiscal policies, preferred

Physical Requirements:

• This is a sedentary position.

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $89,600 and $105,300, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.