(MSAP II) Project Director of the Magnet School Assistance Program Position Available In Beaufort, South Carolina

(MSAP II) Project Director of the Magnet School Assistance Program 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Beaufort, SC 29901

JobID:

16038

Position Type:

Administrative Staff Date Posted:

2/27/2025

Location:

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT POSITION PURPOSE

The Project Director is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the MSAP (Magnet Schools Assistance Program). The Project Director is charged with providing leadership, fiscal management, monitoring recruitment and selection processes, school-level program implementation, and training for the MSAP in seven high-need target schools within Beaufort County School District to improve student achievement and socioeconomic diversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide overall direction and guidance to project staff. Serve as the key liaison with the US Department of Education. Manage implementation of the magnet rollout plan. Ensure all planning decisions are well-documented to achieve goal of reducing racial and socioeconomic isolation. Identify students and educators with special needs in MSAP schools to ensure access to appropriate resources. Ensure grant funded personnel’s time is spent on activities outlined in the proposal. Assess teacher development needs in collaboration with the Magnet Advisory Teams. Develop and schedule professional development plan in collaboration with MSAP team. Attend Management Team, School Based meetings, and Magnet Advisory Team meetings. Work with the Management Team to create a sustainability plan beyond federal funding. Manage all fiscal aspects of the project with support from the Chief Instructional and Financial offices to ensure project funds are spent appropriately. Secure project records and file necessary reports with the US Department of Education. Monitor activities to ensure they are continually focused on promoting desegregation. Oversee the marketing, recruitment, and student selection process in collaboration with staff. Collaborate with the Marketing Coordinator to develop a Family Engagement Plan. Assist principals with school-level MSAP project implementation. Work with the Director of Transportation to deliver bus services to magnet students. Ensure activities are implemented effectively and on time, based on the management plan. Maintain and develop community partnerships to maximize implementation. Collaborate with partners to ensure adequate teacher training and certification. Help identify relevant opportunities for students and teachers for theme-related, industry-specific experiences. Develop summer school programs in support of the grant proposal. Maintain a cohesive work environment. Build up grant resiliency and sustainability Conduct community outreach. Coordinate annual field trips for prospective students to visit MSAP schools to generate interest and recruitment. Keep data on the number of inquiries that each MSAP cluster receives plus the number of outreach activities and points of contact for students and families. Work with external evaluators to collect and analyze data. Develop recommendations to the Management Team for project improvements.

PERFORMANCE EFFECTIVENESS CRITERIA

In addition to the employee being responsible for each of the performance responsibilities listed herein, periodic and special reports to the Board and other entities will be provided regarding the impact of this position with respect to progress toward annually established District and Divisional goals and objectives for, but not necessarily limited to, the following areas: 1) Student Performance, 2) Customer Service, 3) Fiscal Accountability and Responsibility, 4) Process Efficiencies and Improvements, and 5) Employee Learning and Growth.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Follows adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board priorities. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s Mission Statement. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in School Administration or related field. Demonstrate knowledge and skill in use of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications. Able to communicate effectively, in writing and orally, with a wide variety of people. Able to conduct and analyze educational research.

EXPERIENCE

: At least five – years of experience implementing large-scale school reform and improvement projects with experience in school choice or theme-based programs, desegregation, teaching diverse student populations, fiscal monitoring, curriculum development, PD, collaborating with community partners, and sustainability plan

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time. Speak and hear. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS

Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. Have regular and punctual attendance. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.

REPORTS TO

Chief Instructional Services Officer

DAYS PER YEAR

260 SALARY

CLASSIFICATION

Paid on the Administrative Salary Schedule – LEVEL 207

EMPLOYEE GROUP:

Administrative

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Must apply online by completing an “Administrative” application and adding this specific job to your online application.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

EMPLOYEE’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT

1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents. 2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents. 3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s). Employee’s Name (Print): ___________________________________

Employee’s Signature:

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Date:

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