Director Of Education Services

BATTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION (BRSD) is seeking applications for the following position:

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION SERVICES

POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Director of Education Services to join our team. The Director of Education Services will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of Education administration, including administrator development and evaluation, budget planning, and directing of Educational programs. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of Educational policies and frameworks and will play a key role in supporting the development and implementation of the division's Annual Education Results Report and Education Plan.

Ideal Candidate Profile

As a member of the Division Leadership Team, the successful candidate will possess a strong team concept with a vision for continuous improvement and accountability of self and others.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree or higher in Education;
• Principalship or other administrative experience;
• A track record of success in the management of people and highly developed team-building skills;
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
• In-depth knowledge of Educational policies, frameworks, and regulations;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-informed approach to decision-making;
• Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and program coordination;
• Bilingual proficiency is considered an asset;
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Plan, monitor, and support principal/assistant principal development;
• Evaluate principals and assistant principals to ensure alignment with LQS;
• Develop strategic plans and budgets for portfolio areas, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities;
• Understand and apply the Assurance Framework to inform school division planning efforts;
• Support the consultation, development, and implementation of the division's Education Plan;
• Analyze provincial and local assurance measures to contribute to the development and presentation of the Annual Education Results Report;
• Develop and monitor the division's Professional Development Plan, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities;
• Coordinate programming and supports for English as an Additional Language Learners: promoting inclusive education practices;
• Plan, monitor, and analyze school-level benchmark or screening assessments to drive numeracy and literacy growth and achievement;
• Demonstrate a high level of in-school presence and provide ongoing support for teachers and school administrators;
• Lead Collaborative Response initiatives to support student success and well-being;
• Works cross department to build staff capacity in the areas of literacy, numeracy competencies and curriculum application for ALL students.

Additional duties will be determined and shared with the other Director of Education Services. Responsibilities also include working with Senior Leadership to provide leadership for the division, while collaborating with other system leaders across the province. This full-time position is based out of the division office in Camrose, is out of scope, and will require membership into the College of Alberta School Superintendents. Travel is required.

Depending on the successful candidate, a mutually agreeable start date will be determined.

BRSD believes in equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all.

TO APPLY: Please submit applications through the Careers page @ Battle River School Division by attaching a resume, cover letter and the names of 3 professional references.

For further information please contact Stephen Hoyland, Assistant Superintendent- Education Services at:

This posting will close on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 8:00 A.M.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $130,000.00-$140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-25
Expected start date: 2024-06-01