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Wake County Public School System · 3 weeks ago

Senior Administrator- Student Assignment

Cary, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Wake County Public School System is seeking a Senior Administrator- Student Assignment. This role provides customer service to parents and guardians seeking to enroll their children and serves as a liaison between the Office of Student Assignment and schools regarding student assignments and related policies.

Responsibilities

Provides accurate and timely information to parents and community members according to local and state policies and procedures related to the assignment of students to schools in WCPSS

Participates in the development of recommendations related to the assignment of students to schools, designation of magnet and calendar option school application areas, potential changes in Office of Student Assignment policies and procedures, and the establishment of procedural documentation for central office and school personnel

Implements the transfer process as described in WCPSS Board Policy 4150, including the preparation and distribution of necessary forms, approval, or disapproval of requests in accordance with the policy, proper notification to parents and principals, conferences as needed with parents or guardians, the coordination and administration of board appeal hearings, and the maintenance of data regarding transfer requests, approvals, and denials

Collaborates with appropriate central office departments to implement and monitor transfers and special placements under their direction (Special Education Services (SES), English as a Second Language (ESL), optional schools, and Counseling and Student Services (CaSS))

Implements procedures for establishing custody and permanent domicile in accordance with board policies and procedures and maintains appropriate documentation and summary data

Investigates and makes determinations of legitimate Wake County addresses and school assignments when possible discrepancies or falsifications are identified

Provides training and support for school data managers regarding Office of Student Assignment procedures, as needed, and confers with data processing staff and other central office staff to maintain integrity of the student database

Participates in the scheduling and implementation of distribution of official student assignment notifications

Performs other related duties, as assigned

Qualification

Student assignment knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeData analysisBilingual/SpanishCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsLeadership skillsTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Extensive knowledge and understanding of current principles, practices, trends, and issues in student assignment

Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel; Google Apps

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills

Demonstrated leadership and team building skills

Ability to work independently and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to analyze data to support office procedures

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the public

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education or a related field

Two years of experience in a public education setting

Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of NC requirements

Preferred

Knowledgeable of WCPSS policies relating to Student Assignment

Bilingual/Spanish speaking

Company

Wake County Public School System

Wake County Public School System is the largest school system in the state and the 16th largest in the nation, providing preK-12 education.

Founded in 1976

Cary, North Carolina, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.wcpss.net/

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