Operations / Administration Assistant Superintendent of Operations
Job Description
Position Title: Assistant Superintendent of Operations
Exempt
Direct Supervisor: Superintendent
Location: District Office
Salary Schedule: Assistant Superintendent Salary Schedule commensurate upon experience and education (formally Executive Director) Starting salary is $133,498
Work Calendar: 252 days; District Office
Supervision: Yes
Nestled within Colorado’s gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado and the largest employer in Montrose County. Which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work).
Benefits and Perks:
At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage and finance/legal guidance, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer well rounded whole wellness packages to help support self care, mental and physical balance, rejuvenation, and support to get out and enjoy our beautiful surroundings with loved ones. Professional development and memberships included.
Specific to this role, the Assistant Superintendent will receive 20 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days and 12 paid holidays, annually. As well as a car and cell phone supplemental.
Definition:
Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent of Operations will work cooperatively with multiple departments to ensure day to day operations are consistent with the overall strategic goals of the board of education and District. The Assistant Superintendent will ensure that procedures and regulations are executed appropriately and will regularly review efficiencies within the District. The Assistant Superintendent is expected to make necessary changes as needed to maximize staff productivity and safety. This will include constant review of ways to contribute to the overall daily operations and ensuring everything is run smoothly and efficiently.
Essential Functions:
- Oversee all operational functions for the District.
- Oversight of the following departments, working closely with each one providing support, leadership and accountability:
- Safety and Security – Physical and Student
- Facilities
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Technology
- Work with Directors and administrators to establish the mission, goals, and strategic plans of each assigned department or function.
- Ensure alignment between operational departments and the District’s mission along with goals, and provide leadership during the strategic implementation and alignment of all support services.
- Oversee the planning, organizing and direction of the District’s operations.
- Provide consistent leadership for the District.
- Participate and contribute to the overall decision making.
- Manage Safety and Security including but not limited to:
- Threat Assessment
- Physical Security
- Personnel Security
- Crisis Communications
- Crisis Management
- Safety and Security Training
- Grants (Security-related)
- Behavior and Expulsion
- Keep current and interpret all laws, regulations, and statutes relating to public education.
- Take on special assignments as needed.
- Participate and contribute on a variety of committees through the District and public as needed.
- Attend school board meetings and provide reports to the Board of Education as directed by the Superintendent.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills/Knowledge:
- Health and safety procedures that apply to staff and students
- Security operations and procedures
- High level of expertise in all areas of public education and organizational management
- Provide strategic direction and operational insights
- Lead, manage, and develop direct reports
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations
- Effectively address key strategic challenges and opportunities
- Utilize resources effectively
- Manage multiple projects
- Plans, organizes, coordinates and prioritizes effectively
- Follows appropriate budgetary procedures and practices
- Cultivates and maintains positive and effective working relationships with staff and public
- Is able to mentor and lead change
- Effective and efficient communication techniques, strategies, and procedures
- Strong interpersonal skills as well as public speaking
- Modern office practices and procedures
- Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- Microsoft Office programs; Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive as well as Google Solutions
- Standard office machines and equipment, including computers
- Creative solution-based problem-solving skills
- Flexible
- Collaborative
- Maintain confidentially in all aspects of the job; especially related to personnel issues
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace
- Strong management skills
- Work effectively with minimal supervision/oversight
Ability to:
- Interpret the Superintendent’s intent and initiatives for their direct reports and stakeholders of the District
- Effectively and efficiently communicate with multiple stakeholders
- Work with the public and the general educational community in a tactful and courteous manner
- Understand and carry out complex oral and written directions
- Handle stressful situations effectively
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
- Have a vision for the future of the organization and organizational needs/demands
- Take initiative and lead
Experience and Education
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:
Experience:
- Required:
- Five (5) years’ experience in a leadership/management/supervisory position
- Preferred:
- Experience with Public safety, safety/security, crisis management experience and/or equivalent
- Experience in an educational system
- Budget planning
- Familiarity with law including educational state statutes
Education:
- Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Preferred:
- Certification or degree in the following field: Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations Management, Public Administration, Social Work, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Security Management, Emergency Management, or a related field, OR
- Master’s degree; completion of a principal/administration program, Business, Organizational Leadership or Communications.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:
- Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 25 pounds of force frequently to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- This type of work involves sitting, walking or standing for brief periods.
- Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
