Student Assignment Services Manager bei Springfield Public Schools

SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Springfield, Massachusetts

TITLE: Student Assignment Services Manager

LOCATION: Student Assignment Services (SAS) Center, 91 School Street

REPORTS TO: Student Assignment Services Senior Administrator

ANNUAL SALARY: $70,487- $97,487

GENERAL SUMMARY: To provide leadership in SAS’s mission to provide informative, timely and overall positive customer and employee experiences.  The Manager will serve as the direct point of contact for various student assignment processes and functions. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The above position is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every responsibility. The description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Springfield Public Schools and the employee and is subject to change by the Springfield Public Schools as the needs and requirements of the change of the job.

• Lead a Student Assignment Services team (3-5 including full-time and/ or seasonal)
• Directly facilitate, manage and promote the following district/ state assignment processes/ programs:

Preschool Student Enrollment and Non-Special Education Assignments (1,500- 2,000 students per year)

Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) grant (approximately 100 students in program)

School Choice program for students into Springfield (capacity of 30 annually from Kindergarten to grade 8)

School Choice program for Springfield students attending other districts (track only)

• Coordinate with SPS Special Education Preschool team to establish lasting student assignment and family communication processes
• Lead data tracking and reporting processes for applicable student populations
• Work directly with other SAS Manager(s) and Analysts(s) to provide content expertise within the overall SAS planning and reporting processes
• Collaborate with other SPS teams: Special Education, Attendance, Nursing, Multi-language Learners (MLL), Information Technology (IT), Business Office, Transportation for student enrollment/ assignment purposes
• Identify and communicate significant patterns and trends with preschool, METCO and School Choice assignment data and provide applicable recommendations
• Represent SPS and SAS on various committees/ boards when appropriate
• Collaboratively promote student assignment practices with families and stakeholders
• Adjust and update communication and marketing methods (digital, face-to-face, print) based on applicable feedback and data
• Play lead role in updating the SPS’s Student Assignment Services policy
• Offer platform for families to address any applicable concerns
• Other duties as designated by the Student Assignment Services Senior Administrator

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Demonstrate good character and proper social capability to relate effectively with racially and ethnically diverse SPS teams, students, and the community
• Relevant bachelor’s degree required
• Grant management experience required
• Requires at least 3-5 years of relevant experience and 1 or more years in management capacity
• Experience in preschool student enrollment field preferred
• Possess excellent computer skills including Microsoft software programs such as: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc.
• Experience working collaboratively with families, educators and community organizations
• Track record of strong organizational, interpersonal and team-building skills
• Interpret, explain, and apply expertise of District policies, regulations, policies and procedures

KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Springfield Public School district processes, policies and procedures
• Ability to exercise supervision of a team while maintaining high standards of personal performance
• Ability to interact with and support members of diverse populations
• Ability to handle common inquiries or complaints
• Ability to respond to questions from students, faculty, staff, and visitors
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with employees, peers, supervisors
• Ability to provide positive and effective customer service
• Ability to adapt to and accommodate new methods and procedures
• Ability to apply listening skills, work under pressure, address conflict and solve problems
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret standards, policies, procedures and regulations
• Ability to effectively present information using attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to exercise good judgment, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to operate standard office equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This position requires employees to be in an indoor office environment.  Employees are often exposed to individuals who are rude or irate and sometimes exposed to individuals with known violent backgrounds or communicable diseases.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Bilingual ability (written and oral) a plus
• Willing to work a schedule which coincides with the operational needs of the Student Assignment Services Center
• Overtime is required during busy season(s)

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Springfield Public School District (MA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team!  Come work for us!"

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3^rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff.  We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence. 

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff.  We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways. 

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at 

[email protected].

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, [email protected], the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O’Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428, [email protected].  

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to [email protected]