Deputy Chief of Professional Development

JOB SUMMARY

The Deputy Chief of Professional Development reports directly to the Chief of Schools and is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing teams that lead comprehensive professional development programs that align with district priorities. This role is pivotal in shaping the district’s culture, building leadership capacity, promoting talent development, and driving long-term success. Responsibilities include establishing clear systems for training and development, ensuring alignment between district core values and leadership expectations, and overseeing office operations such as budgeting, procurement, human resources, and communications. This ensures that robust systems and structures support the professional development initiatives across the organization.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.        Guide the development and execution of a strategic vision for professional development programs, ensuring alignment with the District’s goals and objectives.
2.        Oversee the creation and implementation of professional development frameworks, tools, and resources to build a robust pipeline of talented leaders at all levels.
3.        Supervise the design and delivery of leadership training programs, workshops, and initiatives tailored to
address the specific needs of various employee groups.
4.        Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify leadership competencies and behaviors necessary for
success within the organization.
5.        Foster a culture of continuous learning and development by promoting engagement in professional growth opportunities.
6.        Direct the establishment of metrics and evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness and impact of
professional development initiatives.
7.        Provide coaching to senior leaders and high-potential employees to accelerate their
Development.
8.        Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in professional development to ensure the District remains at the forefront of innovation.
9.        Expert knowledge of HISD and/or understanding of urban education and change management in complex systems.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

10.        Strong problem-solving and project management skills, including strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance the big picture with detailed steps to reach an end goal.
11.        A successful record leading effective teams and individuals, managing organizational change, setting and achieving ambitious goals, and initiating key innovations.
12.        Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals.
13.        Comfort in leading difficult conversations, guided by the best interests of students and families.
14.        Strong time management skills and the ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines.
15.        Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to convey complex information to a variety of audiences (e.g., large groups, staff meetings, executive briefings, public board meetings, memos).
16.        Ability to initiate and manage cohesive partnerships and professional relationships with stakeholders at all levels, along with the ability to build consensus on pathways for improving student outcomes and addressing complex issues.
 

EDUCATION

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Master’s degree in education leadership, or related field 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Engaged in non-standardized and varied tasks that involve complex variables, requiring considerable time for
planning, evaluating intricate solutions, and negotiating outcomes. Frequently utilized strong analytical skills
and inductive thinking to develop innovative approaches to situations where existing solutions have proven
inadequate. Experience in proposing innovative solutions to problems, enhancing existing methods,
procedures, and services, and generating innovative ideas. Interacts regularly with campus leadership and
executive leaders, ensuring effective communication and alignment with organizational goals.

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

SAP, Microsoft Office, Teacher Certification
HISD Leadership & High-Performance Culture
HISD is undertaking the most comprehensive public education transformation in the country. Our leaders are expected to be catalysts for change, ensuring that every student receives excellent instruction and is prepared for the demands of the modern workforce. We operate in a high-performance culture where accountability is paired with strong support.
HISD leaders:
•    Embody a growth mindset, continuously improving their leadership and instructional strategies.
•    Manage time and resources effectively, upholding high expectations for punctuality, efficiency, and instructional impact.
•    Drive results through accountability and support.
Choosing to lead in HISD means embracing the challenge of transforming public education at scale. 

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is highly complex and broad in scope covering several departments/divisions across HISD.  Policies, procedures and precedents are created and approved by this position. Supervision received typically consists of providing periodic coaching, advice and feedback.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

Participates in a group plan and/or budget development.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas. 

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have moderate impact on the facility/department or division, causing increased satisfaction or dissatisfaction; producing efficiencies or delays; promoting or inhibiting personal intellectual or professional development; and/or contributing to financial gain or expense. Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check, causing losses such as improper cost calculations, overpayment or improper utilization of labor, materials, or equipment. Effects are usually confined to the organization itself and is short term.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Anticipates customer needs, identifies, and champions opportunities for the development and implementation of new services and methods to meet or exceed customer needs. Establishes customer service standards and feedback mechanisms across departments.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.