SWBV0367845-0000
2026-07-01T00:00:00
2026-03-13T00:00:00
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Serves as a member of the Southern Westchester BOCES Executive Team and reports directly to the Deputy District Superintendent/Chief Operating Officer.Provides visionary oversight and strategic guidance for all student-based programs, including Special Services, Career Services, and Adult and Community Services.Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of all services and resources in collaboration with district, state, and regional partners.Provide direct supervision for the Director of Special Services, the Director of Career Services, and the Director of Adult and Community Services.Keeps informed of, interprets, and ensures compliance with all laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies related to student services.Attends all Board meetings and other meetings as required. Prepares materials and reports to the Board as directed by the District Superintendent and Deputy District Superintendent.Assists in the review and preparation of Board policies and SWBOCES regulations related to student services.Prepares and submits reports and other documents to NYSED as required by the District Superintendent and Deputy District Superintendent.Develops annual goals that are aligned with the SWBOCES Mission, Vision, Core Values and Priority Areas.Initiates and assists in the development of department goals that are in alignment with the SWBOCES Mission, Vision, Core Values and Priority Areas.Works cooperatively with leaders of the other administrative divisions in integrating and coordinating individual efforts into a unified program for the BOCES.Serves as the New York State Regional Testing Compliance Liaison. Acts as a liaison between SWBOCES and component school districts as well as community and governmental agencies as appropriate.Serves as the SWBOCES Chief Emergency Officer, providing leadership and oversight for all safety-related matters.Facilitates and/or participates in BOCES-wide committees, including but not limited to, the Professional Development Plan Team, BOCES-wide Safety Team, Regional Crisis Response Team, the Mentoring Committee, and the Wellness Planning Team.Provides oversight and ensures training requirements for Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Supports (TCIS).Participates in Collective Bargaining negotiations for all instructional unitsAccepts from the District Superintendent and Deputy District Superintendent such responsibilities as they choose to delegate and assumes full responsibility for discharging them.DESIRED COMPETENCIESExperience in collaborative problem-solving inclusive of all stakeholders.Skilled in identifying key issues and in problem-solving complex situations and resolving issues.Proven experience in building stakeholder relationships and creating an extended team with all partners.Transparency in identifying issues and bringing evidence to the table to support decision-making.Evidence, fact-based consistency in communication and problem-solving.Forward-thinking perspective in planning for future services and needs.Knowledge of BOCES services and operating protocols.Knowledge of Education Law, Commissioner’s Regulations and NYSED initiatives.Experience and commitment to developing leaders and promoting autonomy.A deep understanding of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusivity in an organizational and educational setting.Commitment to partnerships with team members and district leaders to provide timely communication to resolve issues. Proven experience with an effective communication model.Strong communication skills, a proven record of success, and commitment to continued growth and success of programs.The ability to break down complex issues to communicate in a way that all stakeholders understand them.QUALIFICATIONSProfessional Certification as a School District Leader or Permanent Certification as a School District Administrator.A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience.A minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Assistant Superintendent or other central office administrative position related to student services in a school district and/or a BOCES.Experience as a building-level administrator preferred.Extensive knowledge of New York State public school initiatives, federal and state education regulations, and guidelines.Knowledge of education law, CoSer regulations, and curriculum, instruction, and assessment trends.Proven ability in fiscal management with experience in business practices and budget processes.Experience in managing large and complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
School Leader
Southern Westchester BOCES
Lower Hudson Valley
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