Partner with regional school leaders to project manage initiatives from ideation through completion, including developing tools and systems to meet member needs, and organizing, planning, scheduling, facilitating, and documenting regular Alliance and subcommittee meetings.
Plan and execute all statewide Community of Practice professional development meetings.
Collaborate with the Public Affairs team to support regional advocacy objectives as needed.
Implement high-priority strategic initiatives in collaboration with consultants and school leaders, including strengthening school enrollment and fundraising systems and updating and enhancing operational guides.
Manage peer-to-peer listserv facilitation.
Project manage and implement special projects connected to Regional Alliances and Communities of Practice, such as the annual compensation survey and the Boston Charter Application.
Assume responsibility for and implement improvements to the MCPSA Knowledge Center.
Provide technical support to leaders and school staff engaged by the statewide Community of Practice programs, in partnership with the Chief of School Supports.
All other projects, activities, and tasks as assigned by the Chief of School Supports.
Requirements
Minimum of 7 years of experience and a track record in program management and collaboration, preferably in a K-12 charter public school setting in Massachusetts.
Passion for MCPSA’s mission and an unwavering commitment to educational equality.
Deep knowledge about K-12 education practice, essential components of high-performing charter public schools, and best finance and operational practices.
Skilled at data analysis to inform programmatic decisions within the context of a school.
Capacity or experience in providing support to programs with multiple sites, preferably in a K-12 charter public school setting, and the ability to manage external partners involved with the implementation of such programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with school leaders, consultants, and other key stakeholders.
Familiarity with and/or established relationships with Massachusetts charter public schools/leaders.
Energetic, flexible, self-motivated, collaborative, and proactive.
Exceptional time management and project management skills, unwavering attention to detail, and a proven track record of successfully working in a virtual environment with limited direct supervision.
Skilled at building collaboration among stakeholders with unique needs and goals
Ability to work independently in a virtual environment requiring proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, data management programs, and quick mastery and utilization of other online communication and project management tools.
Ability to travel in-state to establish relationships with charter public school leaders and staff across the state.
Benefits
All MCPSA staff are eligible for an up to 6% organization-wide annual bonus.
Prioritizing employee health: 75% of health insurance covered, 100% of dental insurance covered, 100% life and disability insurance covered.
Investment in your future: 4% 401(k) match, annual professional development stipend
Flexibility that supports work-life balance: Remote work environment, Generous PTO (25 days + 12 holidays + 1 week closure in December + Retention sabbaticals).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
program managementdata analysisproject managementoperational practicesfinance practicesK-12 education practicecollaborationsupport programs
Soft skills
communication skillstime managementattention to detailself-motivatedcollaborativeproactiveflexibleengagement with stakeholders