Manager I (0991), Student and Family Services Division

Job Class: 0991, Manager I Salary Range: $122,873.06 - $164,976.94/annually Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (what does this mean?) Length of Appointment: 3 years Calendar: Full Time / Full Year Who We Are The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, serving more than 50,000 students who speak more than 44 documented languages across 121 schools in the city of San Francisco every year. We aim for every student who attends SFUSD schools to discover his or her spark, along with a strong sense of self and purpose, and that all students graduate from high school ready for college and career, and equipped with the skills, capacities and dispositions outlined in SFUSD's Graduate Profile. Every day in our quest to achieve this mission we provide each and every student the quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive in the 21st century. What It Means to Work Here The SFUSD community is unified by our Core Values: Student-centered: We put students' needs first Fearless: We persist through challenges United: We celebrate and build on each other's strengths Social Justice: We stand with those most vulnerable in our community Diversity-driven: We respect and seek to understand each person We are also inspired by Vision, Values and Guardrails which captures our aspirations and vision for the future of public education in San Francisco. Alongside the District’s strategic plan. SFUSD is reimagining how public education will change over the next decade to meet the dynamic future of San Francisco. As a CORE district, SFUSD is also a leader in critical systems change for more comprehensive school accountability and innovations that help strengthen the instructional core, which is the foundation of our strategic plan and goals. Who We Want We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are inspired by our mission, steeped in equity, and who are motivated to unleash our children's potential. We want people who are strong collaborators, skilled communicators, and problem solvers who are comfortable in a community of continuous learning. The SFSD Manager I will be responsible for supporting the Student & Family Service Division's Focal Services Programs and Student & Family Team. The Manager I will also be tasked with overseeing the day to day operations of the programs they oversee. The Manager I will be expected to monitor, analyze and synthesize data on a regular basis for key stakeholders. The Manager I is expected to identify trends and make recommendations for changes to district policies and practices. We embrace a user-centered design approach to improving processes and building tools and resources, and a successful candidate will also bring a human-centered design approach to this work, a commitment to the practice of cultural humility and anti-racist work. Essential Duties The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the 0991/Manager 1 and are not intended to be an inclusive or exhaustive list. As the Manager I, you will: Demonstrate a Leadership Mindset Increase communication, clarity and connection across the division to reduce silos and streamline services Develop protocols and procedures to assist staff in delivery of services to students and families Identify gaps in the division wide structures and generate solutions in partnership with stakeholders towards continuous improvement Manage to Results Create infrastructure for grant management and tracking systems and supports that align with divisional goals. Lead and manage the grant application process for federal, state and local grants. Monitor and maintain compliance on any contracts and/or MOUs that directly support services for LGBTQ Student Services and Refugee and Immigrant Solidarity in Education programs Support feedback and evaluation tools that center the student and family experience of our process and procedures that will inform service delivery including communicating data results to all stakeholders as needed Leads one or more components/functions of work within the department/division Manages direct reports who may in turn manage others Manage Teams Lead, supervise, evaluate and guide a team supporting SFUSD Focal Services and support the Student & Family Team Will act as the liaison for coordinating services in support of LGBTQ Student Services and Refugee and Immigrant Solidarity in Education Manage Relationships Thought partner with the Division’s Leadership Team, schools and school site staff, as well as various central office departments. Cultivate strong partnership with central office divisions and departments towards the successful implementation of programs and policies that are student and family centered. The strongest candidates will have: Knowledge of San Francisco’s public schools/urban public schools and a passionate belief in SFUSD’s commitment to instructional leadership as a lever toward delivering on the SFUSD Graduate Profile Strong analytics and systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as build infrastructure where none exists Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organization Ability to support advisory councils Knowledge of working with the LGBTQ community, Refugee & Immigrants, Solidarity in Education (RISE), Students Experiencing Homelessness, and students in Foster Youth care. Strong understanding of the various policies and Education Codes that directly impact focal students A proven record of effectively planning, organizing and using resources to take action and achieve goals The ability to learn quickly and adapt as needed in a fast-paced environment Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail A flexible, can do work ethic with a focus on identifying challenges and proactively working to find solutions while maintaining a bigger picture lens and focus on what can be delivered instead of what cannot be done Excellent data analysis skills and experience synthesizing data to drive action steps Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior level district staff and colleagues Effective written and verbal communication and the ability to clearly communicate complex, bureaucratic processes to a variety of audiences Ability to define and implement effective HR business practices Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms) Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S) from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred Two years experience in a large public institution with multiple sites Relevant supervisory experience Valid California driver’s license Substitution Education requirement may be substituted for additional experience on a year-for-year basis What We Offer SFUSD offers a competitive salary of $122,873.06 - $164,976.94/annually commensurate with experience in a similar position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work. Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at Note :Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification from this and future job opportunities with the San Francisco Unified School District. Nondiscrimination Statement and Grievance Procedures: San Francisco Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, sexual harassment and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy or lactation, including medical conditions or recovery, parental, marital, and family status, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. Any person may report discrimination, including sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or discrimination on the basis of a physical or mental disability (whether or not the reporting person is alleged to be the victim of the discriminatory conduct) in person, by mail, by telephone, or by email, using the contact information for the District's Title IX Coordinator. District Title IX Coordinator: Eva Kellogg Office of Equity 555 Franklin Street, 3rd Floor San Francisco, CA, 94102 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io For more information and the District's nondiscrimination policy, please review Board Policy 4030. For more information about the District's Sexual Harassment policy, please review Board Policy 4034. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Francisco Unified School District