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Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a Database Engineer. This position will report directly to the Manager of IT Data Services and will be responsible for designing and developing database solutions in SQL Server. About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling holiday party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Develop, maintain, and update SQL Server stored procedures, views, SSIS packages, and SSRS reports. Identify opportunities to make improvements in T-SQL code and implement them. Design, build, and implement databases to support new software development. Complete SSRS Report writing, which includes an understanding of the underlying data, data structure and business terminology. Optimize the reports and underlying stored procedures that take longer to run. Troubleshooting data issues, validating result sets, performing unit testing. Help write and optimize in-application SQL statements. Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders. Requirements 5+ years of experience in Microsoft SQL Server environment with primary focus on development. Very strong skills in T-SQL development, including query optimization, building and modifying stored procedures, functions, and creating tables and views. Advanced knowledge of T-SQL, including transactions, (begin..try, merge, common table expressions, ROW_NUMBER/OVER, bulk insert, filtering and covering indexes, computed columns, etc..) Experience in version control software, such as Microsoft TFS, Azure DevOps, etc... Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools. Strong experience in providing ownership, management, design, development and support to OLTP systems. Ability to navigate and understand large complex database structures for sourcing data. Experience in Agile development environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms and complex business concepts in technical terms. Excellent problem solving and root cause analysis skills. Flexible, team player, "get-it-done" personality. Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams. Microsoft certifications are a plus. To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a IT Learning Technology Designer. This position will report directly to the Technology Customer Success Manager and will be responsible for working with business owners to identify performance gaps while maintaining and managing supported IT systems. About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling holiday party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Consult with subject matter experts to determine appropriate type of learning needed (eLearning, instructor-led, job aid, webinar, etc.) and needs-driven solutions. Conduct interviews to gather user requirements via workshops, questionnaires, surveys, site visits, workflow storyboards, use cases, scenarios, and other methods. Create materials to support subject matter experts, learning specialists, and participants in instructor-led, virtual, and blended learning programs. This could include job aids, demos, and simulations. Create storyboards, scripts, and course content for eLearning solutions. Assist with program evaluations and updates to programs and services. Responsible for relationship management which includes project management communication about needs, resources, and project issues in order to ensure optimal results. Perform task analysis and prioritize customer needs to guide creation of performance support for existing, upgraded, and new software for multiple audiences. Analyze usage of available performance support in tandem with technology support tickets and determine performance gaps to drive future content development. Leverage partnerships with project managers, business system analysts, administrators, and developers to ensure customers are successful with our technology. Create clear, concise communication that conveys complex information in a simple way to empower customers. Collaborate with partners and team to solicit user feedback to continuously improve learning opportunities and performance support. Ensure that the software meets business requirements and goals, fulfills user requirements, as well as identify and resolve systems issues. Establish system specifications by conferring with users, analyzing workflow, accessing information, and designing system infrastructure. Recommend any additional hardware or software requirements needed for successful system deployments, configuration, or maintenance. Work with software companies' consultants and other project team members to upgrade and enhance systems. Participate in the quality assurance process of purchased and developed solutions to ensure features and functions have been enabled and optimized. Maintains system performance by performance system monitoring and analysis, as well as as ensuring performance tuning is executed. Also, troubleshooting system hardware, software, and operating system management systems; designing and running system testing and maintaining documentation. Perform daily monitoring and troubleshooting of the assigned system; partner with software companies to address issues within their systems. Requirements Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or other relevant field. Minimum 2 years of experience in instructional design, e-learning development, or learning material development. Must have competency in: Microsoft Office, course and curriculum design with outlines and storyboards that meet traditional classroom, print, digital, mobile, web, and online training tied to a Learning Management System (LMS), social media applications, and/or continuous learning environments. Prefer expertise in adult learning and all aspects of instructional design for various formats, including instructor-led, elearning, mobile, and various types of performance support. Familiarity with learning management systems and elearning tools. Experience with staying abreast of industry trends, modern learning practices and technologies. Excellent organizational, communications, relationship and project management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines, manage heavy workloads, and prioritize tasks. Experience working with and/or on application development teams. Comfortable working with a range of employees from entry to executive level. Growth mindset To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a IT Quality Assurance Analyst. This position will report directly to the Quality Assurance Manager and will be responsible for the functional/regression testing design and execution. As a member of the Quality Assurance team you will be responsible for end to end testing for product releases. About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling holiday party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Analyze and dissect system requirements and technical specifications to create and execute test cases for application modules Working closely with business analysts to develop test specifications and build test cases to rigorously test product functionality and investigate all potential product test failures Bug fix verification and validation Implement efficient and effective test plans for new systems, problems and/or enhancements Ability to write test cases and execute testing in a web environment Plan, document, evaluate and track testing results to ensure system applications are free from defects Test new applications, with or without the use of formal test cases/scripts Assist the development team in debugging and replicating issues Assist various project leads with ad-hoc business analysis tasks Test Internet and client-server applications against specifications and documentation Actively participate in walk-through, inspection, review and user group meetings for quality assurance Participate in production implementation verification and being accountable for validating system quality Gain and maintain familiarity with all operating environments Develops automated testing systems using commercial tools, scripts and data set Participate in all aspects of testing, including functional, regression, load and system testing Performs black box testing as required Requirements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience Knowledge with SQL Ability to work independently on all QA activities in a software release Background in reviewing business and functional requirements in order to produce comprehensive test cases Automated and performance testing experience Experience with designing and developing test cases based upon system specifications documentation QA testing on web-based applications Proven track record of successful management of resources and timelines Team player and can work with minimal supervision To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

Are you a strategic, data-driven, highly organized and collaborative individual who is passionate about communication? Are you looking for experience in human resources or to advance your HR career? This critical administrative position is heavily involved in electronic communication with our JobSeekers and supports our overall talent services team through talent matching, search design and communication.   ABOUT WORKMONGER WorkMonger is an online service that aims to transform the way organizations and find each other for non-teaching roles in the US education sector. WorkMonger provides a more personalized and expedited hiring process by using a combination of our advanced matching algorithm, technology, and personal expertise. WorkMonger exclusively supports the broader PreK-12 education sector in the United States, including school districts, charter schools, non-profits, technology companies, policy organizations, support organizations, and more.   RESPONSIBILITIES Communications and Customer Engagement: (60%)  Manage the overall digital communication process for sharing opportunities with our pool of 35,000 JobSeekers, including large-scale GMASS campaigns and one-off communication Manage three different inboxes, including high amounts of daily, urgent inbound communication  Solicit feedback from JobSeekers and Employers to ensure we are providing high-quality service Talent Matching and Hiring Support: (30%)  Use our algorithm results and overall JobSeeker pool to match JobSeekers with open opportunities at our Employer partner organizations  Develop and use strong candidate profiles for open roles that impact how we match and source talent for employers  Data and Systems Management: (10%)  Support a culture of productivity and accountability through tracking JobSeeker and Employer milestones Work with team to evaluate JobSeeker and Employer data to improve the WorkMonger matching process and support the further development and refinement of the WorkMonger algorithm   QUALIFICATIONS Primary Qualifications: Experience in the education sector required, experience with talent acquisition preferred  Strong written and oral communication skills required; must be obsessed with clear, timely communication that is grammatically correct and professionally warm A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail required Strong understanding of Excel and GSuite, including but not limited to Google Drive, Docs and Sheets  Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline-sensitive projects successfully Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture   Personal Characteristics: A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity  Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes the initiative to identify and assist in solving problems both within and beyond areas of responsibility Ability to always maintain a professional demeanor and the highest ethical standards Excitement to help scale WorkMonger and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of existing systems   KEY CONSIDERATIONS  Compensation commensurate with experience As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits Reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Talent Matching Remote: May live anywhere in the United States This role can be structured full or part time

WorkMonger, an algorithm-enabled talent matching service for the education sector, seeks a dynamic and talented Content Writer to create compelling blog posts, white papers, sales and service enablement materials, webinars, PowerPoints, social media content and web copy. We’re looking for someone who will help us expand our digital footprint and drive more value through online content. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of producing pieces that increase engagement and drive leads. This position requires a high level of creativity, as well as the ability to use data-driven insights to write better material. The successful candidate should also be detail-oriented and committed to meeting tight deadlines. Preference will be given to those with experience in the education sector, a strong writing portfolio, a bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience. Responsibilities: Manage the full-cycle development of four long-form (3,000+ Word) blog posts per month focused on both our JobSeeker and Employer audiences as well as our two media properties (WorkMonger and TrulyHired). Create content marketing campaigns to drive employer leads and JobSeeker enrollment. Use SEO best practices in writing to generate traffic to our sites. Regularly produce various content types, including email, social media posts, blogs and white papers. Actively manage and promote our blog, as well as pitch articles to relevant third-party platforms. Edit content produced by other members of the team. Analyze content marketing metrics and makes changes as needed. Collaborate with the entire WorkMonger team to create innovative content ideas. Research education sector job seeking and employment topics (combining online sources, interviews, and studies). Write clear marketing copy to promote our products/services. Prepare well-structured drafts. Proofread and edit blog posts before publication. Submit work to editors and reviewers for input and approval. Coordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles. Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic. Promote content on social media. Identify stakeholder needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics. Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone). Update website content as needed. Requirements: Four year degree required. Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or a related field preferred. Experience in the education sector and/or educational equity strongly preferred. Knowledge of digital marketing tactics, including SEO, email marketing and web analytics. Excellent writing skills, as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively. The ability to consistently meet tight deadlines. At least two years of experience writing for a B2B and B2C audience. Proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role. Portfolio of published articles. Experience doing research using multiple sources. Familiarity with web publications. Excellent writing and editing skills in English. Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress). Ability to manage and direct the editorial workflow. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects. A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals. Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes. Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture. A deep commitment to shared success. A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail. A desire to innovate and support an entrepreneurial organization. Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly-evolving environment. Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite/GSuite and cloud-based systems. Personal Characteristics: A deep passion and commitment to making a positive impact in the world. A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society. An excitement at the opportunity to build WorkMonger and help scale our impact. Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and do whatever it takes to support organization priorities. Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes initiative to identify and assist in resolving problems, both within and beyond areas of direct responsibility. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, positive attitude and the highest ethical standards at all times, especially during high-pressure periods. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity and shifts in scope of duties. Willingness to occasionally travel for in-person team meetings 1-2 times per year. Overview of WorkMonger: WorkMonger  is an online, profile-driven, algorithm-enabled, matching service for hiring or seeking non-teacher positions in the broader PreK-12 education sector. Our goal is to enable better, faster, cheaper hires than alternative hiring solutions and to become the dominant hiring tool and service in the social sector. WorkMonger serves all types of organizations in the education sector, including public charter schools, school districts, education non-profit organizations, education foundations, education support organizations, education technology companies, state education agencies, and more. WorkMonger serves talent of all levels (entry-level to C-level) across a variety of non-classroom-based functions, including academic roles (principals/school leaders, instructional coaches, curriculum design, etc.) and non-academic roles (finance, operations, data, talent, marketing, strategy, fundraising, etc.). Location, Compensation, and Key Considerations This Position is Remote/Virtual: You may live anywhere in the United States. This role is part-time (20 Hours Per Week). Compensation for this role is between $15,000 and $20,000 depending on experience. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits. This role reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Marketing Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet, phone service, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities • Assist the Chief Strategy and Development Officer in the  planning, coordination, and preparation of state grant applications and budgets, including Title I, Title II, School Improvement Grant, and other state and federal grants. • Execute with exceptional fidelity PLA’s proven resource allocation process. • Ensure grant budgets are aligned with network ’s strategic plan, and in compliance with all state and federal requirements. • Write applications for competitive government grant opportunities. • Research, identify and qualify funding opportunities from government sources. • Develop a deep understanding of the PLA platform to ensure integrity and quality of applications and budgets. • Coordinate efforts with internal departments and outside agencies to effectively secure and renew state and federal funds. • Ensure timely submission of projects, amendments, reports, etc. • Assist with the preparation for partner/donor site visits. • Provide technical assistance for key stakeholders as assigned. • Remain up-to-date on changing laws and requirements. • Willingness and ability to work some evenings and weekends. • Light travel to training, conferences and meetings as required. • Perform all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Qualifications • Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university, with a preference for the following major/minors: Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Accounting or other business-related field. • 2+ years of Professional Experience working in K-12 or non-profits, with a demonstrated commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. • Superior writing, research and project management skills; grant writing experience a plus. • Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze budgets. • Knowledge of federal and state grant guidelines. Proficiency in interpreting federal law and state rules. • High proficiency with Excel. Knowledge of productivity software including but not limited to Word, spreadsheets, and web-based applications. • Must be able to simultaneously execute multiple assignments with quality and follow through on all aspects of the position. • Adhere to the highest ethical standards. Demonstrate empathetic disposition and good judgment. • Capacity to listen to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. • Dependability, humility, sense of humor, and strong commitment to PLA’s mission and the communities we serve. Home Office The Grant Writer is a remote, home office position. A quiet working environment with high-speed internet is required . Employees supply their own cell phone and computer . Please note that only candidates capable of working in the US Pacific and Mountain  Time Zones are currently considered .

WorkMonger, an algorithm enabled talent matching service for the education sector, seeks a dynamic and detail-oriented, remote marketing associate to help lead our content, email, and social strategy. Responsibilities: Develop a weekly Leaders in Education newsletter to be distributed to over 65k users and own the open and engagement metrics for the newsletter. Create a monthly Hiring in Education newsletter focused on employer needs and pain points and own the associated open and engagement metrics. Brainstorm and outline two to four blog posts/topics per month to direct outsourced writers. Edit, revise, and customize content produced by writers for our brand voice. Create and author marketing collateral for sales enablement including special promotions and campaigns. Create and design email templates using templating software (BEE Free). Author one webinar per month including the associated visuals and PowerPoint accompaniment. Manage and exert ownership over the totality of our marketing lists and databases. Responsible for managing the in-house email system (Sendy). Develop the content for one to two infographics per month that will be designed by our graphic designer. Record and host one to two podcast interviews/episodes per month and promote the podcast(s) across our distribution channels. Own our social media channels including content development, distribution, measurement, and strategy across all of our social properties. Curate, research, collect, and annotate external content for use and promotion across channels, including the weekly and monthly newsletters as well as social media. Provide support to the Director of Marketing as required. Co-create thought leadership content with the CEO and other members of the WorkMonger team Serve as a thought partner in all parts of WorkMonger’s strategy. Other responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: Four year degree required. 1-3 years of marketing experience. Knowledge of social media strategy and measurement 1-2 years experience developing content for an inbound marketing and associated SEO content strategy. Technical mindset and willingness to learn new technologies. Image editing competencies. Either basic Photoshop skills or Canva experience. Understanding of layer based design concepts preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Passion for, and experience with, social media and marketing. Additional Qualifications: The ability to manage a diverse workload, competing priorities and deadline sensitive projects. A commitment to setting and meeting long-term & short-term goals. Demonstrated experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing using measurable outcomes. Strong knowledge of marketing strategy, social media engagement strategy, brand management, and external communications. Ability to contribute to the development and support of a positive team culture. A deep commitment to shared success. A high level of professionalism, customer service orientation and attention to detail. A desire to innovate and support an entrepreneurial organization. Ability to adapt, think critically, and work in a constantly-evolving environment. Technical expertise in Microsoft Office Suite/GSuite, cloud-based systems and database management. Personal Characteristics: A deep passion and commitment to making a positive impact in the world. A belief that every individual is uniquely gifted and has something of value to contribute to society. An excitement at the opportunity to build WorkMonger and help scale our impact. Hard working, enthusiastic team player with a “can do” attitude and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and do whatever it takes to support organization priorities. Independent, organized self-starter and problem-solver who takes initiative to identify and assist in resolving problems, both within and beyond areas of direct responsibility. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, positive attitude and the highest ethical standards at all times, especially during high-pressure periods. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with ambiguity and shifts in scope of duties. Willingness to occasionally travel for in-person team meetings 1-2 times per year. Overview of WorkMonger: WorkMonger  is an online, profile-driven, algorithm-enabled, matching service for hiring or seeking non-teacher positions in the broader PreK-12 education sector. Our goal is to enable better, faster, cheaper hires than alternative hiring solutions and to become the dominant hiring tool and service in the social sector. WorkMonger serves all types of organizations in the education sector, including public charter schools, school districts, education non-profit organizations, education foundations, education support organizations, education technology companies, state education agencies, and more. WorkMonger serves talent of all levels (entry-level to C-level) across a variety of non-classroom-based functions, including academic roles (principals/school leaders, instructional coaches, curriculum design, etc.) and non-academic roles (finance, operations, data, talent, marketing, strategy, fundraising, etc.). Location, Compensation, and Key Considerations: This Position is Remote/Virtual: You may live anywhere in the United States. This role is full-time (40 Hours Per Week). Compensation for this role is between $28,000 and $32,000 depending on experience. As a young, small organization, WorkMonger does not yet offer benefits. This role reports to WorkMonger’s Director of Marketing Candidate must have access to a laptop, high-speed internet, phone service, and Microsoft Office.

Talent Recruitment Coordinator  DSST Public Schools (DSST) seeks a Talent Recruitment Coordinator to join one of the leading charter school organizations in Colorado. DSST Public Schools’ mission is to transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.     Overview of Position: Our Talent Acquisition Team manages the recruitment, hiring, matriculation and more for all 15 of our schools in order to find the highest quality, mission aligned staff members to join DSST. As we continue to grow and expand our impact at DSST Public Schools, we know that our people are the most important levers for our student success. The Talent Recruiter will travel locally and occasionally nationally to find, cultivate, and invest a talented and diverse pool of teachers, leaders, and staff members. The Talent Recruiter will join a dynamic team that is pushing innovation in attracting talent and is constantly working to find the best people to work for our students and communities.     Does this sound like you? The Talent Recruitment Coordinator will have strong organization and customer service skills, a team player mindset, be willing to take initiative, own projects, and be self-directed and collaborative to support the rest of the Talent Acquisition Team.   Essential Functions: Sourcing, Marketing, and Brand Awareness Develop and manage a marketing and social media plan for ‘Sourcing’ (identify and track) a diverse and competitive pipeline of prospects as potential applicants by conducting research and using resources of professional networks. Manage external job boards and university job postings to fill pipelines for targeted roles. Support in the design of all recruitment marketing materials (physical and virtual). Support in the design of all prospect and candidate promotional items. Build brand awareness locally and nationally. Execute one on one prospect meetings both on the phone and in person with prospects from the pipeline. Develop tailored individual communication based on audience in order to invest prospects into applying to join DSST Public Schools. Conduct outreach to all prospects Manage network referral campaigns Work closely with the Marketing and Communications team for external postings and brand content Event Management Support in the planning and execution of 5-7 high impact events each year. Support in the planning and execution 2-3 high impact virtual events each year. Plan, support, and execute School Visits across the network. Represent DSST Public Schools at all Career Fairs, Networking Events, and Hiring Fairs. Support network-wide DSST Public Schools events. Manage event logistics for self and Hiring Team. Manage travel logistics for self and Hiring Team   Data and Systems Management  Manage recruitment applicant data within our Applicant Tracking System. This includes (but is not limited to) tracking touchpoints, follow ups, search engine optimization, effectiveness of different recruitment strategies, postings, pipeline health, pipeline growth, job posting system, referral system, etc. Identifies trends and recommends remedies. CRM (customer relationship management) Subject Matter Expert Owns reporting for Source to Hire data   Job Requirements :  DSST Public Schools seeks candidates with strong character, passion for excellence and a relentless commitment to student achievement.    Bachelor's Degree required from accredited university 1-3 years of professional experience in recruiting, social media, or similar field Experience with a variety of social media platforms  Teaching or Education experience is strongly preferred. Experience working with database programs and software preferred (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google, Outlook, Hubspot, Workday Recruiting) Excellent interpersonal communication (written and verbal) Ability to influence and motivate others to action. Ability to travel locally and nationally (10 times per year)   Classification : Exempt Reports to : Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition   Compensation and Benefits:  DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind. DSST Benefit highlights include:   Medical Plans offered through Aetna $0 employee cost option! Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools Dental Plans and Vision through Aetna Whole Health Employee Assistance and Counseling Support 401 (k) retirement plan with 5% annual gift from DSST regardless of personal contribution FMLA effective immediately (6 weeks paid, 6 weeks unpaid) Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff   Competencies : Commitment to Equity We believe that if we actively commit to equitable and inclusive practices aligned to our mission and values, our students and staff will achieve at high levels. Commitment to Continuous Growth We believe that if we foster our own growth mindsets, our students and staff will develop a commitment to continuous improvement and thus maximize their potential. Commitment to Healthy Team We believe that if we commit to modeling and fostering healthy teams, our students and staff will achieve a collective success that surpasses that of the individuals Drives to Results We believe if we strategically develop systems and people with a driven sense of urgency and focus on results, our students and staff will achieve ambitious goals.   Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. DSST Public Schools proudly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Denver School of Science and Technology does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate on the basis of, ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. (Protected Classes).   DSST Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against a member of a Protected Class in admission or access to, or terms and conditions of employment, or in its programs and activities. DSST Public Schools shall operate as an equal opportunity employer and will provide and safeguard the opportunity for all persons to seek, obtain, hold and advance in employment within the district without discrimination. The District shall actively promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive, aggressive, continuing affirmative action program. Further, DSST Public Schools affirms the rights of all Protected Classes to be free from intimidation, discrimination, physical harm and/or harassment. DSST Public Schools shall inform students, parents, employees and the general public each school year that the educational programs, activities and employment opportunities offered by the district are offered without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability. The announcement shall also include the name/title, address and telephone number of the person designated to coordinate Title IX and Section 504 and ADA compliance activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources. 

The Education Trust–West seeks a Director of Communications to advance the organization’s ambitious agenda to expose and eradicate injustices and inequities in California schools, colleges, and systems of education. Managing the Communications Department and reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Director of Communications will work alongside Ed Trust–West’s P-12 and higher education research, policy, and practice teams to develop and execute communications strategies that advance the organization’s advocacy goals. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Education Trust–West works for educational justice and the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, pre-K through college. We expose educational injustices and inequities that separate students of color, English learners, and low-income students from their peers, and we identify and advocate for the strategies that will forever close equity gaps. We work alongside P-12 schools, districts and institutions of higher education to understand and evaluate the effectiveness of strategies intended to reduce and eliminate racial equity gaps. We use lessons learned in these efforts, together with unflinching data analysis, to drive a state and national conversation about how schools, from pre-kindergarten to universities, can better serve students of color, English learners, and low-income students. To learn more, please visit www.edtrustwest.org . MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES The Director of Communications’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Organizational Leadership and Management Collaborate across teams and with leaders to oversee and develop the editing and design process of ETW external materials in print, digital, and live mediums – including reports and associated collateral, opinion pieces, blogs, press releases, official statements, and external presentations Supervise Communications team members (1-3 people) as well as external contractors Provide media and communications training and support to key ETW staff and partners Strategic Communications Develop and implement short- and long-term multi-platform communications plans aligned with the ETW’s brand as part of advocacy campaigns Oversee the organization’s social and digital media strategy, and leverage multi-media platforms to maximize the impact of our advocacy efforts Develop and implement metrics to track the level of engagement of ETW’s network and to test the effectiveness of communications activities Ensure ETW brand identity and ETW voice through writing and editing a variety of materials Review written pieces from other teams and edit for clarity and brand alignment Contribute to grant reports and foundation proposals Relationships with Media Build and nurture relationships with journalists, opinion leaders, and a broad range of education stakeholders to help advance the mission and efforts of the organization Oversee the development and placement of news stories, op-eds, press statements, in key print and online media outlets to increase ETW’s visibility as a leader in the educational justice movement QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE At least 8 of experience in communications in an education policy, political, or advocacy setting Undergraduate degree required, Master’s degree in related field preferred Experience managing staff to their full potential Robust racial justice lens Demonstrated ability to plan effectively but maintain flexibility to handle the unexpected and to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Outstanding writing/editing and verbal communications skills Diplomatic communication and strong presentation ability Exceptional organizational skills with an eye for detail Strong computer skills; proficient or advanced skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), high level of comfort with social media and related software Fluency in writing and speaking in Spanish is a plus COMPENSATION Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  The Education Trust-West offers a comprehensive benefits package. APPLICATION PROCESS Please provide an engaging cover letter, resume, and two previously written writing samples, similar to an ETW product to be considered for this position. In the file name, please write the name of the position you are applying for and your last name: e.g. “DirectorOfCommunications_Salazar” https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9e2312b5-b5bd-498a-975d-1e1c12aead82&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=296809&source=CC3&lang=en_US   The Education Trust–West is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a Server & Virtualization Systems Administrator . This position will report directly to the Manager of IT Enterprise and Technology and is responsible for implementing, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting critical servers (both physical and virtual), virtualization infrastructure and hypervisors, as well as data storage solutions for the organization. This is achieved by understanding the needs of the schools, NHA business units, data base administrators, software developers, and similar peers within the enterprise. This will include both on-site implementations within our data center, as well as remote school or off-site data center locations. This role is critical in that it ensures optimum uptime and allows for effective delivery of services to our customers. About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling holiday party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Configuration and administration of Microsoft Server Operating Systems (2008 / 2012 / 2016) Development, configuration and administration of Linux Operating Systems (CentOS) Configure and maintain server-level, VM-level, and application-level security Maintain server security via maintaining current Windows, Linux, and VMware patching and OS levels Configure and manage Directory services (i.e. Active Directory) including group and schema management Monitor server and application performance and determine capacity planning strategy Configure and install server hardware, including virtual hosting platforms Monitor server health and maintenance, and quickly respond to maintenance requirements both local and remote Configure and manage enterprise-wide backup solution, deduplication, and off-site replications Configure enterprise-wide virus protection solution for all servers, and other associated platforms Configure and maintain SAN (storage area networks), monitor and allocated disc space, monitor and maintain performance and growth paths Configure and maintain VM (virtual machines) including VMware and Hyper-V Partners with data base administration team in capacity planning, backups, and replications Partners with application architects and development teams to build redundancy into applications and services Participates in the development of container-based infrastructures Participates in data center and disaster recovery site capacity planning and testing Participates in data center environment (HVAC) monitoring, capacity planning, and uptime Participates in overall network maintenance which may involve WAN, LAN, wireless, VoIP, load balancing, printers, and troubleshooting these to resolution Participates in the monitoring and uptime of data center UPS units and associated generator power & testing Will work with external vendors and solution providers Will potentially participate in and manage cloud hosted data and services Other tasks as required Requirements A bachelor or greater degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Network Technology, or similar Technology / Business-related discipline Two or more years of experience in server administration and storage solutions Hold one or more industry standard certifications from vendors such as Microsoft, VM Ware, HP, or similar and will always be working to advance their technology knowledge levels and or certifications with a desire for professional development Ability to manage projects, priorities, budget, and be a team player Recommend, present, and internally promote new solutions that benefit the organization, as well as train peers and other support personnel to alleviate single points of knowledge Skills with Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, cloud and or container deployments, or similar technologies will be beneficial To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) school applications team as a software engineer. The software engineer will report directly to the application development manager and will be responsible for participation in development efforts for NHA's proprietary student information system and other custom software components. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience with Microsoft .NET development technologies, front-end Javascript frameworks (e.g. - Angular, React, Vue), and experience with HTML and CSS (or related preprocessors). About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling holiday party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Assists in completing projects of lower complexity Assists in maintaining and improving NHA's existing software suite with a focus on support Works with manager and team to ensure execution of tasks and deliverables Solution-oriented and manages work independently Able to complete well-defined work with a minimal amount of oversight and guidance Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or equivalent 3+ years of .NET development experience 3+ years of Javascript development experience (preferably a Javascript framework) 3+ years of HTML/CSS (or related preprocessor) development experience Experience working on long-running projects with medium to large project teams preferred Agile-based software development team experience using SCRUM or similar methodologies Experience working with Enterprise Systems preferred Familiarity with Service Based Architectures & Related Technologies (WebAPI, WCF, oData, Claims Authorization, etc.) Familiarity with Object Relational Mapping Tools (Entity Framework, nHibernate, etc.) Experience developing web services for enterprise applications (SOAP, REST, XML & JSON) Experience with Client Development Tools (Angular/AngularJS, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, SignalR, etc.) Working knowledge of Team Foundation Server, Azure DevOps, and/or Git Excellent multitasking and prioritization abilities Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical people To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

Join National Heritage Academies (NHA) as a Business Systems Analyst on our Student Information Systems (aka myNHA) team. This position will report directly to the Director of IT Enterprise Applications and will be responsible for developing and continuously improving custom-built software, supporting a community of users, and a portfolio of software applications and services that are critical to the successful operations of our organization. In this role, you will be a strategic partner, servant leader, and team facilitator in the effective delivery of enterprise software systems. About Us NHA is a charter school management company that operates 80+ schools in 9 states. We are committed to our mission of "challenging each child to achieve..." and we pride ourselves on our students' ability to achieve high results in later education based on the foundations gained in grades K-8 at NHA. In this role you will work out of our corporate headquarters (Service Center) located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The NHA Service Center is where all the behind-the-scenes magic happens. Our 400 brilliant team members are brag-worthy. With a diverse group of departments like admissions, talent acquisition, facilities, legal services, and many more working together to provide top level back-office support. The Service Center is a place of bright colors, smiling faces, and opportunity. We like to gather for events such as the fall crocktoberfest cook-off, the sparkling Christmas party full of fun and unexplainable excitement, and our annual 5K Service Center fun run. Your Role Advise all members of the team to take collective ownership for the success of software systems by communicating effectively, planning and coordinating tasks as a team, advocating for quality, and meeting team delivery goals Develop strong partnerships with key businesses and education teams to understand their goals, shape business requirements, coordinate priorities, and help them to achieve successful outcomes with technology Advocate for customers' success by establishing and curating a community of feedback, setting up open channels of communication to understand the unique customer needs and identify opportunities to provide maximum value with software tools Facilitate team meetings, sprint planning, standups, partner/customer engagements, systems demonstrations, retrospectives, and other rituals to maximize success for the team Develop a strong knowledge of the business processes for the software in your portfolio, combined with a developed understanding of the customer in order to translate requirements and acceptance criteria into user stories, tasks, features, and deliverables Partner with the Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure that every sprint or iteration reflects built-in quality and technical excellence Partner with System Administrators to understand customer support trends and issues, and incorporate this feedback into the work prioritization process to help ensure customer success Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent job experience 5+ years' work experience with enterprise applications and system integrations Experience with custom developed software systems and working with application development teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills Working technical knowledge of integrated software development environments, agile processes, protocols, and software standards Experience with Active Directory/ADFS, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Office 365, OnBase, ERP Systems, and others enterprise applications helpful but not required Customer service skills, understanding and focusing on clients' needs, establishing credibility and building positive relationships with partners Team skills, including ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels in the organization, internally and externally Strong time management skills, attention to detail, problem solving skills, and resourcefulness Project management skills; ability to prioritize and complete tasks To learn more about our core values, please click here . National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of stud ent achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that school is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of stud ent achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that school is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of stud ent achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that   school   is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of stud ent achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that school is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of student achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. The charter school finance specialist position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and finance/accounting skills to the social sector. Key Responsibilities: Serve as an outsourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools, advising these schools’ leaders and Boards on matters pertaining to financial and operational policies, strategic decisions, and long-term financial planning Oversee all financial aspects of the schools, including accounts payable, payroll, grants administration, and financial compliance Maintain accounting books and prepare monthly financial statements and accompanying Board presentations Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with school leadership Serve as schools’ primary contact during annual financial audits and 990 preparation Analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Liaise with the schools’ Boards, the state education authority (SEA), and the charter authorizer as needed Qualifications: MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus At least 2 years of work experience, preferably in a related field (finance, accounting, or K-12 education); additional work experience may be substituted for an advanced degree in some cases. We welcome former teachers seeking to transition into an operations role. Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling experience (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Exceptional quantitative analysis, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to occasionally travel within region and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings Start date is flexible. Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of stud ent achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position involves working with multiple charter school clients with their student data analytics and management. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business/analytical skills in a growing company working to improve public education. Responsibilities include: Conduct statistical analysis of school clients’ student achievement data Summarize and analyze information for statistical reports to school leadership Maintain and utilize core functions of school clients’ student information systems Identify and implement means for schools to more efficiently utilize their student information systems to support overall student and organizational performance Ensure that   school   is meeting all compliance requirements related to student data Advise schools on student accounting procedures and regulations Qualifications: Experience in data migration to include data mapping and data profiling Experience in managing large scale projects Programming proficiency in a subset of Python, R, VBA, and/or Java; proficiency in SPSS or SAS a plus Experience with data visualization tools, such as Qlik and Tableau Advanced Excel, including lookup and parsing functions Ability to translate data into understandable action steps, and to communicate concisely and persuasively with education clients Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Director of Enterprise Applications is responsible for planning and managing the IT operations, administration and compliance systems across City Year. With a team of business system managers, this leader will oversee the various platforms that serve a wide range (e.g. Finance, HR, Legal, and development/fundraising) of business functions at City Year in support of our headquarters and our 29 sites across the US. Job Description City Year is looking for an experienced, collaborative, and dynamic Director of Enterprise Applications to lead the ongoing development and support of our SaaS enterprise solutions using Salesforce, Workday, integrations across our enterprise systems, and data reporting with analytics.  We are seeking someone with a passion for process, partnership, and enabling success. The Director of Enterprise Applications is responsible for planning and managing the IT operations, administration and compliance systems across City Year. With a team of business system managers, this leader will oversee the various platforms that serve a wide range (e.g. Finance, HR, Legal, and development/fundraising) of business functions at City Year in support of our headquarters and our 29 sites across the US.    The Director of Enterprise Applications will establish an overall operations platform strategy and application roadmaps, aligned to City Year’s strategic business needs, and will deliver on that strategy in partnership with the organization's senior leadership team. You will also be responsible for: Providing leadership, vision, and direction to the Enterprise Applications organization to foster a business-oriented culture to ensure alignment and contribution to the organization and functional goals and objectives. Engaging stakeholders and building relationships to inspire the organization around common goals, vision and values for IT. Serving as champion for technology governance, high quality service delivery, and effective vendor relationships across the organization. Responsibility Details I. Lead a High Functioning Technical Team Everyone deserves a GREAT manager - Be one! Develop your staff. Grow and nurture the business systems managers on your team. Define career paths and pave the way for success through constant and ongoing mentoring and coaching.  Ensure proper staffing for the team and create an exciting atmosphere to better attract, recruit, and retain IT talent. Foster a collaborative, high-performing environment by setting high standards for technical quality, peer review, and documentation. Guide the team in implementing Agile to improve our ability to respond to change and deliver value.  Support practices to prioritize and catalogue various application projects and operational workload. Develop a team that embodies City Year values, engages with the rest of ITS as peers and partners, and encourages effective application usage across the organization. II. Be a Trusted Advisor Enhance relationships with existing stakeholders across City Year by discussing their current usage of our enterprise systems, understanding their needs, and recommending future enhancements and improvements that empower our community to be more efficient while ensuring policy compliance and security of our processes. Lead governance councils to align systems with organizational need and to develop roadmaps for all applications. Act as a thought-leader using your business acumen to create strategies to improve processes and simplify work according to organizational needs. Create enterprise data resources to facilitate robust, role-based analytics and visualizations to support various administrative functions in partnership with Director of Data Management. Assess available technology solutions as well as ensuring that existing solutions are designed for optimal efficiency and usefulness, leveraging City Year enterprise technology platforms (primarily Salesforce, Workday) wherever possible. III. Cultivate our Organizational Success using Enterprise Applications Serve as an expert in platform capabilities, configurations, and lifecycle to ensure robust, available, reliable platforms to support all of City Year’s work. Partner with technology vendors to develop comprehensive solutions, seek opportunities for deeper vendor engagement, and negotiate for more savings. Set best practices and procedures for platform architecture, requirements, design and implementation, and maintenance Oversee operations of our enterprise applications to ensure that our processes and systems run smoothly and on schedule.  Continuously look for opportunities for automation and improvement to simplify support work. Apply architectural and engineering concepts to deliver systems that meet operational requirements, such as scalability, maintainability, security, reliability, extensibility, flexibility, availability, and manageability. Identify the technologies to employ based on price, performance, service agreements, and organization constraints to enable City Year to advance on its goal to become a data-driven organization. The Director of Enterprise Applications reports to the Chief Information Officer and is a member of the Information Technology Services senior management team.  Working together this team fosters the departments culture and defines the overall IT roadmap. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 5 + years of experience as a developer, IT architect, or IT manager 5 + years’ experience working with application systems, upgrades, data migrations, ideally with SaaS CRM or similar large-scale solutions. Demonstrated knowledge of SaaS solutions and the implications such as to security and integrations. Strong analytical and communication skills, including an ability to build consensus and discuss complex technical issues with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience troubleshooting and finding multiple solutions to a complex problem. Experience ensuring compliance with policies, contracts, and laws by formalizing security and data confidentiality procedures within application processes. Ability to listen deeply and communicate effectively both written and verbally to various audiences as various levels in the organization. Demonstrated skills in vendor management and capacity planning. Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.   Comfortable working in a highly diverse, mission-oriented community Willingness to participate in various volunteer activities in support of our mission, such as mentoring an AmeriCorps member, attending a service event, providing supplies for school teams. Experience leading agile teams a plus ** Please include a cover letter that shares how City Year's mission resonates with you. ** Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

Reporting to the Senior Managing Director of External Affairs, the External Affairs Director is a strategic leader who helps position City Year in the community and with public officials to help build awareness of our work and garner support. As a public-private partnership, City Year relies on the investment of the public sector and this role helps to maintain current funding and support building new funding streams. The ideal candidate cares deeply about addressing systemic inequities in education, is knowledgeable about the political landscape in Los Angeles and California and can represent City Year powerfully in community spaces. City Year values and continuously works to build an equitable and inclusive culture where diverse people feel they belong Job Description Government Relations Develop and execute a strategy to engage elected officials in our work Schedule and run site visits with elected officials and key staff members Secure officials to participate in City Year signature events & service days Advocacy Partner with the public affairs firm to advise, outline action steps, and support strategy execution to secure state funding on City Year’s behalf Attend meetings, locally and in Sacramento, to educate decision makers about City Year’s value proposition, role in the communities we serve, and impact Support management of a statewide City Year coalition with leadership from San Jose and Sacramento including coordinating meetings and developing agendas Partner with City Year nationally on enacting the organization’s policy platform, developing a deep understanding of the platform and working to operationalize it in Los Angeles and California Policy Track national, state and local education policy that may have impact on our work Staff Executive Director and Managing Directors by preparing memos and sharing information to ensure team is current on key issues School District Relations Liaise with leadership of Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and Inglewood Unified, as appropriate, to ensure strong ongoing partnerships Support the drafting and execution of contracting processes at both partner districts Collaborate with City Year’s national District Engagement department to enact best practices in LA-area schools Explore additional school district partnerships in greater LA area Community Engagement Collaborate with Senior Community Engagement Manager (SCEM) to deepen City Year’s presence and reputation in communities where we serve Manage and support Senior Community Engagement Manager to meet performance and professional development goals With SCEM, identify and represent City Year at key community coalitions, convenings, working groups, etc. that advance student outcomes and our impact in Los Angeles Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in Education, Policy, or Business Administration preferred. Minimum of 5 years of community or government relations experience, including at least 1-2 years of leadership experience in community service, education, or youth development.  Fluency in the educational landscape, as well as the ability to advise on strategic planning.  Knowledge of the Los Angeles area’s community & educational organizations. MS Excel experience, and MS Word and PowerPoint proficiency is required. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Occasional travel required. AmeriCorps/City Year alumni are encouraged to apply. Additional Qualities Needed: In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies: Data informed decision making – demonstrated track record in using data to inform practice. Data presentation – demonstrated ability to present data and results for a variety of audiences. Outstanding project planning skills and strong attention to detail – capacity to imagine, plan and implement. Strategic thinker – demonstrated track record of developing and improving systems. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Compensation and Benefits Full time employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance with Flexible Spending Account, paid vacation, holidays, parental leave, 401K, and more. City Year is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including persons with disabilities and veterans.