Director of Performance Management & Continuous Improvement chez Highlands Community Charter School - Sacramento

Organization Description: Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools (HCCTS) is a public charter organization headquartered in Sacramento, California, delivering no-cost adult education across the state. HCCTS offers high school diploma programs, English language instruction, and career technical education to adult learners aged 22 and up, equipping them with skills and confidence to pursue meaningful careers and build generational legacies. Our mission centers on social justice, self-sufficiency and generational change, and transformative partnerships that make education accessible to all. Founded in 2014, HCCTS has rapidly grown its reach and impact, offering both classroom-based and independent study models tailored for adult learners who seek a second chance at earning a diploma and reaching economic independence. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with a belief that every student at HCCTS will succeed. Join our team and champion equity, transparency, and excellence, and help us rise together.

The Director of Performance Management & Continuous Improvement (DPMCI) is a mission-driven leader committed to advancing educational equity for adult learners and ensuring organizational excellence across all HCCTS campuses. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director/Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Director oversees accountability, compliance, and human capital systems, serving as a strategic thought partner to the COO and executive leadership team. This leader ensures that operational and instructional performance consistently align with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures. As a key driver of HCCTS’s strategic priorities, the Director designs and implements performance management systems, integrates data-driven continuous improvement practices. The Director collaborates with internal departments and external agencies to ensure full compliance with charter authorizer requirements, state and federal reporting, and internal accountability metrics. In this role, the Director cultivates a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning, rooted in HCCTS’s mission to support adult learners. The Director reports regularly to the Board of Directors on organizational performance, compliance status, and operational expectations. In addition, the Director builds partnerships with higher education institutions, workforce organizations, and community partners to strengthen recruitment pipelines and professional development opportunities—all while modeling HCCTS’s values of equity, excellence, and integrity. (Please read the job description before applying for this position.)

The position requires the following items to be attached to the application, or the application will not be considered: . Resume . Letter of Reference (2 Required) . Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field. (Doctorate preferred) . Valid California Administrative Services Credential. . 5-6 years of progressive leadership or administrative experience, ideally withinK–12 education, nonprofit, or public sector settings. . Master’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, or a related field required (Doctorate preferred). . Valid Administrative Services Credential required. . Minimum of five years of progressive leadership and management experience in education, accountability, or compliance (adult education experience strongly preferred). . This position requires regular travel between sites. A valid driver’s license, personal automobile, and proof of insurance. Knowledge of: . Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Standard Operating Procedures. . Performance management frameworks and accountability systems. . Human capital management, including recruitment, credentialing, onboarding, and staff development. . Adult education operations, compliance requirements, and charter school oversight. . Applicable state and federal employment laws and education regulations. . Budget preparation, financial oversight, and reporting. Ability to: . Lead integrated accountability and performance management functions in a charter management organization. . Ensure compliance with Board, state, and federal requirements. . Prepare and present high-quality reports to the Board of Directors. . Manage multiple priorities, staff, and projects in a complex, fast-paced environment. . Exercise sound judgment and implement effective problem-solving strategies. . Build collaborative relationships with diverse staff, students, and community partners.

$132,300 - $177, 295 (7 Steps)

Important Note: An incomplete or unsigned application will not be considered. Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing [email protected] REMEMBER! Attachments are NOT automatically added to your applications. Make sure you scan and attach all required documents before the job posting deadline. Highlands is not responsible for emails that may be delivered into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox.