Chief Of Staff

Provides leadership, guidance, and coordination for major system-wide initiatives including strategic planning.Coordinates the activities of departments to facilitate effective system operations.Serves as a liaison between the Superintendent of Schools and the Baltimore County Public Schools’ various constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates the development and implementation of major system-wide initiatives. Coordinates the development and implementation of systems for monitoring student achievement and satisfaction, staff performance and satisfaction, community satisfaction, revenue and expenditures, and the condition of facilities.
• Designs an accountability system for the effective implementation of the strategic plan and for the general operation of the system.
• Oversees and coordinates the activities of departments to facilitate effective system-wide operations. Facilitates the establishment of effective working relationships with and between departmental managers and others.
• Identifies issues which may affect the Baltimore County Public Schools. Analyzes and evaluates issues and make recommendations on actions to be taken. Conducts detailed research and provides statistical analyses. Prepares reports, documents, and correspondence.
• Represents the Superintendent and the Baltimore County Public Schools at Board of Education meetings, community meetings, and related events. Develops and prepares presentations. Speaks before school, community, and government groups.
• Serves on committees. Provides advice and guidance regarding emerging problems and issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in education, public relations, or a related field.
• Five years of management experience in education, public relations, or a related field.

Licenses And Certificates

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of communications and public relations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of education.
• Knowledge of public education systems.
• Knowledge of personal computers and office software applications.
• Knowledge of presentation software applications.
• Skill in communications and public relations duties.
• Skill in preparing presentations.
• Skill in public speaking.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and office software applications.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in serving as a liaison.
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance, and coordination for major system-wide initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate the activities of departments.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in an office environment.

Conditions Of Employment

Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights and weekends.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

SALARY: $283,129

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at:

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OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Non-discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 View phone number on workus.org).

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Proof Of Licenses, Certifications And Education

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof Of Degree Equivalency

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

Susan Stansbury, Director Staffing & Licensure

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