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Director, Blueprint for Maryland's Future

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Director I CODE: 0330 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Director, Blueprint for Maryland's Future GRADE: P MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under general direction of the Deputy Superintendent, coordinates, manages, and monitors the planning and implementation of all aspects of the Blueprint for Maryland's Future (Blueprint) office. The director works with a joint steering committee, including stakeholders from the county government and institutions, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), and other community stakeholders; provides oversight, input, and recommendations aligned with the Blueprint outcomes and ensures compliance with all criteria established by the State of Maryland's (State's) Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB); oversees the development and submission of implementation plans by governing units operating in Montgomery County; develops communication networks and establishes collaborative relationships with the Montgomery County Executive, the Montgomery County Council, County agencies, higher education institutions, economic development organizations, childcare providers, nonprofit entities, and any other State or local governmental unit that the AIB identifies in its Comprehensive Implementation Plan; and facilitates productive communication and outcomes to further the work and progress of Blueprint implementation. The director is responsible for school-based leadership and central office supervision; financial management of Blueprint related funds; overseeing the recruitment, screening, selection, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of personnel assigned to the office. Provides guidance and assistance to full-, part-time, and/or hourly employees, as assigned. May serve as point of contact for Board of Education, public entities, and the business community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of K through 12 public school system organizations and administration, policies and procedures, goals and priorities, assessment programs, and state and federal regulations. Thorough knowledge of education principles and programmatic needs for all levels. Knowledge of special education services and compliance, programs that serve high poverty, high needs schools, and schools with high ELL populations; MCPS special education services and resources for high needs, high poverty schools, and students; MCPS curriculum, career readiness programs, and other programs such as STEM, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate program, dual enrollment opportunities; college readiness and retention and higher education pathways, Local State and Federal Processes; and Working knowledge of MCPS and County budget processes. Knowledge of County agencies, program and resources; knowledge of federal, state, and county public education law; government funding and grant processes; and County programs and resources available to families and students (health/mental health needs, disabilities, ELL, high poverty). Working knowledge of Blueprint for Maryland's Future and related legislation, as well as the requirements of the AIB Comprehensive Blueprint Implementation Plan. Possesses general skills/knowledge of human resources, recruitment and hiring principles; an understanding of various teacher certifications and optimal qualifications; and the ability to monitor human resources metrics specific to hiring high-quality, diverse teachers. Ability to lead and facilitate meetings and communications between County and MCPS to share and obtain necessary information, supports, funding, and actions needed to implement the Blueprint and related programs. Excellent planning, organizational, management, human relations, and oral and written communication skills. This position requires the knowledge and application of the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP) Administrative and Supervisory Professional Growth System (MCAAP PGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree; certification in administration and supervision. Doctorate preferred. Five years or more experience in a supervisory, leadership, or management position preferred; experience in a K through 12 school system preferred. Considerable experience with the analysis and use of student and/or employee data to inform policy and practice; extensive experience with establishing cultivating, and maintaining relationships inside and outside of the organization. Demonstrated experience in project management, program development, implementation and evaluation, experience in organizational and management analysis. Demonstrated leadership and broad experience working with diverse staff. Successful experience in directing, supervising, and evaluating staff. Experience using technology to prepare reports and present to a broad range of audiences. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland state certification requirements for administrator I certification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Attendance at evening Board of Education and county Council meetings, and meetings with community groups.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consults with central services leadership to ensure that MCPS is meeting the criteria established in the AIB's Comprehensive Implementation Plan. This includes the following areas: elevating standards for college and career readiness; expanding pre-K programs, providing comprehensive wrap-around support and services to students (i.e., students with disabilities, English Language Learners, high poverty); and recruiting, hiring and retaining high-quality, diverse teachers.

Demonstrates the district's commitment to equity and excellence for staff and students, and leads the office in the implementation plan.

Develops and monitors performance measures and results aligned with the strategic plan and the key processes.

Responsible for the selection, supervision, and evaluation of all personnel assigned to the division.

Leads the development of the school district's Blueprint implementation plan to be submitted to the AIB.

Establishes and facilitates Montgomery County Blueprint Implementation steering committee an envisioned joint effort between MCPS and County officials, offices, and agencies to ensure productive communication, intended outcomes, and compliance with Blueprint implementation as established by the AIB.

Participates in the County's budget process to ensure proper and equitable allocation of funds (County and State) for programs and efforts that support the implementation of the Blueprint.

Provides input on MCPS budget and allocations relative to Blueprint implementation and relevant programs and services.

Reviews and analyzes MCPS student data to assess MCPS compliance with Blueprint.

Communicates effectively with involved stakeholders (Montgomery County Executive, the Montgomery County Council, County agencies, higher education institutions, economic development organizations, childcare providers, nonprofit entities, and any other State or local governmental unit that the AIB identifies in its Comprehensive Implementation Plan).
Class Established: 6/2023
Date(s) Revised:
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This description may be changed at any time.