School Superintendent jobs in District of Columbia

School Superintendent directs and manages a school district. Oversees all aspects of the district's operational policies, objectives, initiatives. Being a School Superintendent is responsible for the attainment of short- and long-term financial and operational goals for the school system. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, School Superintendent typically reports to top management. May require a master's degree. The School Superintendent manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a School Superintendent typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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OSSE: Attorney Advisor, LS-15
  • Ofc. of State Superintendent
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • This position is located in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Office of the General Counsel (OGC). Legal practice areas include, but are not limited to special education, civil rights compliance, grants, contracts, student health, labor and employment, student privacy, regulatory enforcement, and administrative law. OGC is seeking an attorney to serve as Attorney Advisor to provide support for various federal and local education programs at the state level. The OGC is the legal office within the agency, providing legal advice and guidance to the State Superintendent, the leadership team, and programmatic staff across all divisions.

    OSSE serves as the District’s liaison to the U.S. Department of Education and works closely with the District’s traditional and public charter schools to achieve its key functions, including, but not limited to, overseeing all federal education programs and related grants administered in the District of Columbia; developing state-level standards aligned with school, college, and workforce readiness expectations; ensuring access to high-quality child care and universal pre-kindergarten for eligible District families; providing resources and support to assist the District’s most vulnerable student populations; administering the annual student assessment test (PARCC); providing regional, door-to-door transportation to school for District children with special needs; awarding higher education financial assistance to eligible District students at public and private colleges and universities in DC and across the country; increasing health and physical education awareness as well as ensuring access to free meals year-round; and providing a one-stop source of statewide school data on each traditional and public charter school though the DC School Report Card and STAR Framework.

    Because OSSE sets statewide policies, provides resources and support, and exercises accountability for all public education in DC, attorneys in the OGC are regularly asked to grapple with legal matters that have not been previously settled in either the District of Columbia (DC) or the federal context. When confronting such matters, the prospective candidate must be able to identify relevant legal parameters, current practices, and a range of options to help shape policies and procedures.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The Attorney Advisor will serve as a senior attorney in OGC handling the more complex and difficult matters. The Attorney Advisor will review various legal documents and relevant case law to determine whether execution or non-execution of proposed actions is in the best interest of the District of Columbia government and provide statements of reasons and draft language necessary to obviate objections. The attorney will also examine and analyze proposed orders, legislation, and other legal documents from various sources for legal sufficiency, prepare memoranda on legal questions and proposals.

    Serve as an agency representative in administrative proceedings, where the Attorney Advisor presents evidence at fact-finding hearings to support cases and handles administrative appeals. The Attorney Advisor will also have the opportunity to work in other practice areas within OGC such as student health and wellness, residency, ethics, child development facility licensing and enforcement, educator credentialing, and data privacy. At times, the Attorney Advisor may be responsible for supporting grants programs administered by OSSE by resolving questions, within area of responsibility, regarding compliance with grant requirements, auditing, and reporting, as well as questions relating to fraud and to anti-deficiency practices. The Attorney Advisor will provide technical guidance and assistance to junior attorneys of OGC in areas of special expertise. The Attorney Advisor will report to OSSE’s General Counsel.

    Qualifications and Education

    Possession of a J.D. Degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school required. Minimum of four (4) years of post J.D. legal experience, (five (5) preferred), of which, one (1) year is a related specialized experience. Possess experience in education law and a desire to make the District a national leader in education.

    Working knowledge of two or more of the following legal practice areas is also preferred: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA), Elementary Secondary Education Act (ESEA), Family Education rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), government ethics, regulatory issues, procurement, federal grants, employment and labor law. Mastery of the concepts, laws, theories, principles, practice and techniques of legal proceedings. Advanced skill in interpreting and applying legal knowledge to varying situations. Advanced skills in analysis and resolution of difficult legal issues in an orderly, systematic, and effective manner. Advanced skills in applying sound judgment in review and analysis of matters assigned and deriving logical conclusion therefrom. Expertise in identifying and isolating controlling legal issues from complex factual situations. Superior oral and writing communication skills to prepare findings and reports, advise on legal issues.

    Licensures, Certifications, and other requirements

    Must be a current member of the District of Columbia Bar in good standing or must be admitted in another United States jurisdiction, be eligible to waive in, and be admitted into the D.C. Bar within 365 days of their appointment.

    Working Conditions/Environment

    Work is normally performed in an office environment. Occasionally, the incumbent may be required to visit various locations within the District of Columbia.

    Other Significant Factors

    Tour of Duty: Varies

    Duration of Appointment: This is a Legal Service (LS) Appointment. An appointee to the Legal Service position shall remain a member of good standing of the District of Columbia Bar during their employment in the Legal Service.

    Promotion Potential: No known promotional potential

    Plan, Series, Grade: LA-0905-15

    Salary: $151,549 - $193,437; based on available funding

    Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under collective bargaining agreement American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE Local 1403) Collective Bargaining Unit. You may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.

    Position Designation: In accordance with Chapter 4 of the D.C. personnel regulations, Suitability, this position has been deemed security-sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, and drug screenings, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.

    Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as “emergency”; incumbent must adhere to the policies in sections 1271 and 1274 of DPM Chapter 12, regarding Emergency/Essential employees. As an emergency employee, you will be required to either report to work, stay at work, or telework (if directed to do so) during a declared emergency or during a period of non-emergency where your duties have been deemed as critical District government functions/operations. You may be required to perform other duties outside of your position description during a period of a declared emergency (such as manual labor, shelter services, etc.).

    Residency Preference: Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

    EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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OSSE: ATTORNEY ADVISOR (LS-15)
  • Ofc. of State Superintendent
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • This Attorney Advisor Position is in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) at OSSE. OGC attorneys serve as legal advisors to, and legal representatives of the State Superintendent of Education. The ...
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OSSE: Education Research Analyst (Lead)
  • Ofc. of State Superintendent
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is the State Education Agency for the District of Columbia charged with raising the quality of education for all DC students. Within OSSE, th...
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Superintendent
  • Actalent
  • Washington, DC OTHER
  • Actalent is looking for a SuperintendentDescription:The project is a design build healthcare project. This is a $40 million project and will run for a few years. The superintendent will also be in cha...
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Superintendent
  • Matos Builders LLC
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • We are willing to pay top dollar for top talent. Your work/life balance is as important to us as it is to you! Job description Provide on-site coordination for all phases of construction projects, inc...
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Superintendent
  • G-W Management Services
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Superintendent Listing G-W Management Services, LLC is seeking a motivated Superintendent that has experience with completing interior renovations for NAVFAC. Roles & Responsibilities:· Coordinate and...
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Schools Superintendent
  • West Virginia School Board Association
  • Charleston, WV
  • The Morgan County Board of Education, Berkeley Springs, WV, is seeking applications for Morgan County Schools Superinten...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Substitute Secretary
  • West Virginia Department of Education
  • Clay, WV
  • Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Substitute Secretary Date Posted: 7/14/2023 Location: Clay County Schools Closing Da...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Protestant Youth Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Trenton, NJ
  • Job Title: Protestant Youth Coordinator Location: Joint Base MDL, NJ 08641 Duties: Provide and coordinate a youth progra...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Protestant Youth Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Job Title: Protestant Youth Coordinator Location: Joint Base MDL, NJ 08641 Duties: Provide and coordinate a youth progra...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Protestant Youth Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Lakehurst, NJ
  • Job Title: Protestant Youth Coordinator Location: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641 Duties: Provide and coordin...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Protestant Youth Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Browns Mills, NJ
  • Job Title: Protestant Youth Coordinator Location: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641 Duties: Provide and coordin...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Transportation
  • Richfield Springs Central School
  • Richfield Springs, NY
  • Richfield Springs Central School Anticipated Vacancy Notice Director of Transportation Seeking a responsible individual ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Protestant Youth Coordinator
  • Ladgov Corporation
  • Wrightstown, NJ
  • Job Title: Protestant Youth Coordinator Location: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641 Duties: Provide and coordin...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for School Superintendent jobs
$161,613 to $238,730

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