Chief of Administration

Provides leadership, direction, and supervision for all non-instructional operations of the school system, including: Business Services, Communications, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations, and Safety and Security.

DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES

INCLUDE

These are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

       Serves as a member of the HCPS Leadership Team and performs as Superintendent’s designee or person-in-charge during Superintendent’s absence.

       Serves as the liaison to school system stakeholders and advisor for the Superintendent and Board of Education on operations and administrative issues.

       Interprets and enforces Board policy to the public and system personnel in areas of assignment.

       Provides leadership and oversight for the development and implementation of the school system Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement Program.

       Provides leadership and oversight to special projects and initiatives related to HCPS administrative goals.

       Serves as the Superintendent’s designee in staff appeal and disciplinary actions.

       Facilitates collaboration with instructional leaders to seek, coordinate, plan and implement solutions to administrative or operational concerns.

       Evaluates staff as assigned by the Superintendent.

       Studies school system organizational patterns and recommends to the Superintendent refinements to system structure.

       Serves as legislative liaison to state and local elected officials for matters related to the school system.

       Supports the Superintendent in communications with community and governmental agencies.

       Serves on a variety of systemwide committees and workgroups.

       Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

SALARY

Salary Range: $166,180 - $192,648

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

       Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in School Administration, Business Management, or other related field of study

       Five years of successful administrative experience with preference given to work within an education setting

       Extensive knowledge of and expertise in operations, planning and construction, business services, human resources, informational and instructional technology, communications, and safety and security

       Demonstrated ability and experience in a continuous improvement environment

       Experience in budgeting for large projects and organizations

       Excellent oral and written communication skills with diverse populations

       Excellent customer service skills with an ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff and the public

       Knowledge of relevant Federal and State Regulations within Education and current trends and research in support services

       Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office Suite

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the online application site, visit the Current Job Openings section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org. If you have questions or require assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5226.

DEADLINE

Online applications will be accepted for this vacancy until the position is filled. Candidates who apply by October 16, 2018 will be considered first.  

The Harford County Public School System (HCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law with regard to employment or conditions of employment, or participation in or access to its programs, activities, or services. Inquiries related to the non-discrimination policy of the Board of Education of Harford County should be directed to the Supervisor of Equity and Cultural Proficiency at 410-809-6065

This document is available in alternative form upon request. To request disability-related reasonable accommodations, please notify a staff member in the Human Resources Office at the time you are contacted for an interview.

AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE