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Position Title: Strategic Program Coordinator I

Job Title: Program Coordinator I

Function: Program/Project Management

Family: Program Management

Pay Grade: E17
Minimum Salary: $69,460
Mid-Point Salary: $84,391

Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. For more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay may be pro-rated based on actual start date.

Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt
Contract Type: Non-Chapter 21

This position is locally funded.

Job Scope

Uses significant independent judgment and familiarity of the field to perform work. May be responsible for administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may lead a group of employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.

Position Summary

The Strategy Ambassador is an adaptable and flexible team player who has a strong foundation in one or more general functional areas within a complex business function with significant professional expertise. This role provides rotational support through each general functional area during the highest operational season. The role will move across different teams throughout the year, ensuring that the business function meets the demands of our clients during peak seasons. In effect, this means that the role will move from one area to another when the departments are the busiest. These rotations will depend on the needs of the department and the employee.

This role will balance operational and strategy demands, as it provides just-in-time support to our employees and may be responsible lead for the coordination and assessment of one or more initiatives for the District. As this role works across multiple teams, the strategy ambassador will develop, refine, and share recommendations to senior leaders within the business function across the District. This goal requires a high degree of flexibility and comfort working in the demands of a high-volume environment.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Provides as-needed, just-in-time support to business function teams during peak operational seasons to ensure seamless quality support for our clients. A sample of all of these duties are below to provide an overview, however the rotations will be dependent on both the needs of the employee and the interests of the employees.

2. Provides high quality customer service and support to our employees, ensuring that our principals have their business function needs addressed quickly so that they can focus on teaching and learning.

3. Identifies areas to improve cross-functional collaboration with the business function and other departments.

4. Monitor the implementation of new and existing programs and initiatives designed to address the needs of the district and/or students; ensures adherence to mandated guidelines governing the activities or program(s).

5. Serves in a liaison capacity; establishes and maintains partnerships with various external organizations, and governmental agencies; interacts and works collaboratively with other departments within the District.

6. Determines and acquires data required to accurately evaluate program performance and effectiveness; utilizes data to report on program results, identify trends and make recommendations for improvement or new district/curriculum initiatives; presents recommendations to senior leaders to improve efficiency, which may include the Top-Level Leader of the business function.

7. Develops training and other materials necessary to effectively program support, resources, material and training to stakeholders and program recipients.

8. Uses strong project management skills, including the ability to utilize project management software to track progress and manage resources across diverse departmental projects. Develops and implements logic models to ensure project alignment and effectiveness is essential.

9. Participates in the development of grant requests and proposals, as appropriate.

10. Develops and revises policies, regulations, curriculum, manual and other materials related to the assigned program.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or 4 years of equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in program coordination or professional business experience related to the functional area assigned.
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in program coordination or professional business experience related to the functional area assigned.
• Campus-based experience, as a teacher, coach, or administrator.
• Experience working within business function. Business Function Certification, or other relevant industry credential.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of one or more strategic processes, earned through work in specific function or as a campus administrator.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, parents, students, government agencies, and the community.
• Ability to quickly learn new strategic processes and team with new individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service and support in high-volume context and under time constraints.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills including use of collaborative platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, prioritize, organize, and schedule work to meet established deadlines and goals.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal policies and procedures as pertains to K-12 education administration.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and skills using productivity tools (Microsoft Office Suite, Excel & Google).

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.).

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions.

Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.

La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.