Job Description

PURPOSE

The Chief Equity Officer is responsible for promoting, planning, and managing District level systems and programs to ensure all students have access to an excellent education. This is a Cabinet level position and directly oversees multiple departments focused on ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities and related supports. The Chief Equity Officer is responsible for leading efforts to define, assess, and promote equitable educational opportunities and cultural proficiency within the district. They are responsible for proactively developing and implementing plans, programs, and activities that educate and motivate the district to hold inclusion as a core value and foster a climate that respects diversity. Additionally, the Chief Equity Officer works collaboratively with other administrators, staff, and teachers to analyze, innovate, and scale programming to address gaps in achievement between student groups.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Collaborates with the Superintendent and other district-level administrators in evaluating progress towards the district’s CSIP goals Monitors and analyzes attendance and discipline data and works with colleagues on alternative interventions and reducing educational disparities Directs district-wide Restorative Practices and Welcoming Communities initiatives Ensures compliance with policies and laws related to the McKinney‑Vento Act Facilitates the training and placement of Home School Communicators Ensures compliance of supervised areas/departments with board policy and local, state, and federal laws Serves as an administrative representative to Board of Education and other internal district committees as assigned by the Superintendent Establishes and maintains positive community relationships with diverse stakeholders, promoting community involvement and support for CPS students and programming Supervises, mentors, and promotes well‑trained, committed, and motivated staff Evaluates personnel and makes recommendations for the assignment of employment of all personnel in their area of supervision Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree. 7 years of related experiences, including supervisory experience. Preferred: Master’s degree. Missouri Teaching or Administrative Certificate. Ideal Candidate will have certification and/or coursework emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alum Rock Union Elementary School District, CA

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