Sustainable Community Schools Coordinator

Sustainable Community Schools Coordinator

The Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Coordinator is responsible for implementing the Sustainable Community Schools Initiative in a cohort of schools. The SCS Initiative is a joint partnership between CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union. The SCS Coordinator reports to the Sustainable Community School Manager in the Office of College and Career Success who will ensure the Coordinator's work is aligned to and supports a shared leadership model with the Chicago Teachers Union.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Sustainable Community Schools Manager, the Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Coordinator will support a shared leadership model with the Chicago Teachers Union. The (SCS) Coordinator will implement the Sustainable Community Schools Initiative in a cohort of schools. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.

The Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Coordinator will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Support SCS implementation and activities
• Provide operational support for school-based SCS staff and work with key stakeholders
• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with program participants and partners
• Provide training and technical assistance to program participants and partners
• Support SCS service delivery and program analysis
• Participate in program quality improvement initiatives

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Sustainable Community Schools Coordinator must possess the following qualifications:

• Education Required:
  
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required
• Master's degree preferred
• Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience coordinating programs and analyzing program data
• Experience in urban education or related fields is preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and in a team environment
• Strong service and support orientation towards schools and school communities
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and negotiation skills necessary to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences
• Ability to work with minimal supervision outside of a formalized, central office setting
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain paperwork and documentation
• Familiarity with non-profit organizations and school-community partnerships
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize information quickly and strategically

Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.
• Benefits:
  Health & Wellness:
  Your Care, Your Choice CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
  Medical Plan Options Pharmacy Dental Vision Behavioral Health & EAP Employee Wellness Program Financial Security:
  Planning for Today and Tomorrow We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
  Basic Life Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Pension Plans Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b)) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Spot Pet Insurance Work-Life Balance:
  Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
  Paid Leave Sick Leave Vacation Days Parental Leaves Short-Term Disability Religious Holidays Leaves Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.