Chief of Staff

District or Organization: Fairfax County Public Schools Due Date: December 9, 2026 Chief of Staff Summary : Provides management, oversight, evaluation, and ensures accountability for the offices of the Division Superintendent, strategy and planning, professional learning, research and strategic improvement, collective bargaining, and human resources; ensuring effective operations; provides leadership, guidance, and coordination for major systemwide initiatives including strategic planning; serves as the liaison for various Fairfax County Public Schools’ (FCPS) constituencies. Major Duties/Essential Functions: Manages various division wide responsibilities, including, but not limited to the functions of program evaluation, strategy and planning, human resources, collecting bargaining, professional learning, and research and strategic improvement. Works closely with the Division Superintendent as a strategic partner and assists in providing administrative coordination and supervision of work and personnel in all departments and schools to reduce fragmentation, overlap, and duplication of programs and services. Coordinates and integrates the activities of senior staff in the development and implementation of established core initiatives to ensure the accomplishment of FCPS’ mission. Serves as a member of the Division Superintendent’s Leadership Team to actively participate in division-wide planning, implementation, and evaluation. Organizes and manages special projects on behalf of the Division Superintendent and develops comprehensive timetables and strategies to meet multiple and constantly changing deadlines. Directs all functions and services consistent with school division targets and budget and ensures compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and laws. Seeks and implements innovative and adaptive solutions to educational challenges. Continually informs the Division Superintendent and the School Board about all current issues and proposed resolutions. Coordinates and collaborates with other members of the leadership team to provide effective support to schools and departments. Provides counsel and direction to principals and program managers on educational issues; and serves as primary liaison with federal, state, and county education officials. Performs related duties as required or assigned. Qualifications: Required Eight (8) years of experience in leadership and management, some of which shall have been within an educational setting. Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience. Postgraduate educational license with endorsement(s) designated as appropriate to assignment. Endorsement in administration and supervision Prek-12. Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures relating to strategic planning, research and improvement, professional learning, collective bargaining, and human resources, Ability to establish goals, objectives and action plans. Ability to manage, motivate, lead, and challenge a team. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to manage and supervise personnel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the multiplicity of constituencies served by the division, the School Board, and federal, state, and county officials. Preferred Division superintendent license or certification. Work Environment/Physical Requirements: This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routine uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alasedu