Director - Systemic Improvement

Description Job Title Director - Systemic Improvement Location Organization Name Systemic Improvement Department Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, the Director of Systemic Improvement advances academic progress in schools identified for improvement and fosters a districtwide culture of continuous improvement. Partnering with and working across central office divisions, the incumbent of this position aligns and implements improvement initiatives, ensuring coherence, cross-functional collaboration, progress monitoring, and focus on student outcomes. The Director of Systemic Improvement leverages data to guide decision-making, supports aligned school improvement planning, and builds leadership capacity through professional learning and data-informed practices in partnership with the Office of Organizational Development, while developing clear communications to support implementation. The Director of Systemic Improvement represents the Superintendent in presentations to the Board of Education and other officials, contributes to policy alignment and communicates district priorities and progress. Additionally, the Director leads the School Performance Planning cycle, oversees school improvement initiatives, and provides coaching and support to principals and system leadership. The incumbent is responsible for advising executive staff, supporting performance management and strategic planning, and assisting the Chief of Staff with reports, Board materials, and resource planning, while ensuring compliance and managing multiple priorities. Brief Description This is an Executive Grade 4 Position Salary Range:$137,594 - $238,603 CLOSING DATE: May 10, 2026 Detailed Description DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Leads the design, coordination, and implementation of a districtwide systemic improvement strategy aligned to strategic priorities and focused on measurable student outcomes; Provides strategic leadership for continuous improvement by fostering cross-functional collaboration across central office divisions to ensure coherence, integration, and shared ownership of district priorities; Collaborates with Strategic Planning and Resource Management, Monitoring and Accountability, the ESSA and Title I Office, and key divisions to align priorities, funding, and data systems in support of school and system improvement efforts; Leads continuous improvement processes including facilitating needs assessments, root cause analyses, and the identification and scaling of high-impact practices; Oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of district and school performance plans, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and compliance with local, state, and federal accountability systems; Differentiates and coordinates support for schools based on need, ensuring targeted strategies and tiered supports for identified and non-identified schools; Uses data systems and performance metrics to monitor progress, evaluate initiatives, and ensure accountability for results across schools and departments; Leads change management efforts to support the effective implementation and sustainability of improvement initiatives across the district; Builds capacity of central office and school-based leaders through professional learning, coaching, and technical assistance in continuous improvement and data-informed practices; Strengthens partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including community and governmental agencies, to support coordinated and aligned services for schools; Leads and supports the development and review of policies and regulations to ensure alignment with systemic improvement goals and compliance requirements; Represents the Superintendent through presentations, briefings, and communications with the Board of Education and external stakeholders; Develops and implements communication strategies to ensure clarity, transparency, and alignment of improvement efforts across the district; Supervises and develops assigned staff, including setting performance expectations, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth; Remains current on research, trends, and best practices in continuous improvement, school reform, and educational leadership; Serves on district, state or community committees as assigned; and Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Th