Duties
Reporting to the State Superintendent of Education, serves as the Chief Operating Officer; responsible for directing agency operations at ISBE, which include the departments of Human Resources, Facility Management, and Project Management; oversees activities including, but not limited to, agency hiring practices, professional development, equity, project management, and building management.
- Supervises and directs the day-to-day management of the Operations Center of the Agency.
- Provides the necessary direction for agency operations, including Human Resources, Facility Management, and Project Management.
- Provides necessary guidance to direct reports as needed and defines expectations for each department and management.
- Ensures operational services are properly managed, identifying needs for change and implementing corrective actions as necessary to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of agency operations while aligning with the vision, mission and goals of the Agency.
- Serves as primary resource for agency staff on all personnel and organizational development issues including, but not limited to, leading management staff on the successful accomplishment of meeting the vision, mission, and goals of the Board.
- As a member of the leadership team, will work directly with management to assess agency strengths and challenges and plan and implement positive system changes that impact the way the Agency functions.
- Responds to inquiries from agency staff regarding personnel and labor relations issues.
- Counsels and directs as appropriate.
- Supports and promotes agency standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with established rules, policies and procedures.
- Maintain agency employee handbook.
- Recommends needed revisions to rules, policies and procedures to enhance the productivity of the Agency.
- Supervises and supports the equity work and mandate dashboard compliance.
- Completes special assignments, reports and activities at the request of the Superintendent.
- Coordinates and responds to internal and external audit requests upon receipt.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
How to Apply
To view full posting and apply electronically, please visit CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER. Interested parties must submit the required application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial until recommended for hire). The subject line should include the position number(s) you are applying for.