ABOUT THE DISTRICT

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.
Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.
Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the development, execution, and completion of the End of Year, October Count, Discipline, and Attendance CDE submissions using Jeffco’s state reporting processes as assigned by the school district.
• Apply expertise from previous roles to ensure the project aligns with district goals and standards.
• Collaborate with the Instructional Data Reporting team to share insights, best practices, and recommendations using Jeffco’s state reporting processes that support the successful completion of the End of Year, October Count, Discipline, and Attendance CDE submissions
• Work closely with district administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to coordinate efforts and ensure the project?s success.
• Maintain open lines of communication, providing updates on progress and addressing any challenges that arise.
• Identify and address any issues or barriers that may impede the success of the project.
• Adapt strategies and approaches as needed to meet the evolving needs of the district and the project.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities, decisions, and communications related to the project.
• Ensure that documentation is thorough, organized, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Work on a flexible, hourly basis as determined by the needs of the project, with a focus on delivering high-quality contributions within the agreed timeframe.
• Be available for consultations, meetings, or other project-related activities as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY: A former manager, senior manager, coordinator (principal licensed), or assistant director brought back for a special project or initiative for a central department at Jeffco Public Schools.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the development, execution, and completion of special projects or initiatives as assigned by the school district.
Apply expertise from previous roles to ensure the project aligns with district goals and standards.
Collaborate with project teams to share insights, best practices, and recommendations that support the initiative’s success.
Prepare detailed reports, summaries, or presentations as needed.
Work closely with district administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to coordinate efforts and ensure the project’s success.
Maintain open lines of communication, providing updates on progress and addressing any challenges that arise.
Identify and address any issues or barriers that may impede the success of the project.
Adapt strategies and approaches as needed to meet the evolving needs of the district and the project.
Maintain accurate records of all activities, decisions, and communications related to the project.
Ensure that documentation is thorough, organized, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
Work on a flexible, hourly basis as determined by the needs of the project, with a focus on delivering high-quality contributions within the agreed timeframe.
Be available for consultations, meetings, or other project-related activities as needed.
EXPERIENCE Prior experience at Jeffco Public Schools as a manager, senior manager, assistant director, or coordinator (that required principal license).
EDUCATION AND TRAINING Bachelor’s Degree required. Preferred field of study related to content area.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS May require Principal License from the Colorado Department of Education for central instructional roles.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Comprehensive knowledge of specialized area of previous role. Familiarity with the school district’s policies, relevant regulations, procedures, and organizational structure. Understanding of project management principles. Knowledge of data collection methods, statistical analysis, and reporting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with project teams, district staff, and stakeholders. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges and develop effective solutions. Critical thinking skills for analyzing complex situations and making informed decisions. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a short-term role. Flexibility to take on various roles and responsibilities as needed to support the project. High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all aspects of the project work. Ability to produce thorough and well-documented reports, materials, or recommendations.
The physical requirements, mental requirements and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Regularly required to use hands to handle and feel;, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Must be able to access shelving and storage areas. Must be able to lift 25 pounds unassisted. Specific vision requirements include close and distance vision (with corrective lenses). Must be able to direct or lead students to safety in the event of an emergency or drill.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to analyze complex situations, identify potential risks, and devise effective solutions. Ability to remain flexible in dynamic environments, adjusting plans and strategies as necessary to accommodate changing requirements or circumstances. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other teams. Ability to manage time and priorities to meet deadlines.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a semi-secured office building with a typical office environment and risk factors.