Manager of Military Pathways and Postsecondary Engagement; Pending Board Approval

Position: Manager of Military Pathways and Postsecondary Engagement (Pending Board Approval)
Full

Job Description:

Manager of Military Pathways and Postsecondary Engagement

Salary Grade: Educational Grade 05/ EG-05

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Position Summary: The Manager of Military Pathways and Postsecondary Engagement supports student success by leading the design and implementation of postsecondary engagement strategies and coordinating military pathway opportunities across Tulsa Public Schools. This role ensures students have access to meaningful college, career, and military exposure experiences and supports JROTC programs through event coordination, partnership development, and program alignment. The manager also partners with elementary through high school site teams to support early exploration experiences related to college, career, and military service options.
Key Functions:

• Lead and support district wide JROTC and military pathway programs

• Coordinate postsecondary engagement events and student recognition experiences

• Develop partnerships that expand student access to college, career, and military opportunities

• Support student and family awareness of postsecondary pathways from elementary through high school

• Analyze participation and outcome data to improve programs and increase student engagement
Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required

• Master's degree preferred

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in K-12 education, higher education, or youth development

• Experience in event planning, program coordination, or education-related roles preferred

• Experience organizing and leading student-facing programs or events

• Experience working in dynamic, high-performing work environments

• Experience collaborating across teams and managing multiple priorities

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current Oklahoma Teacher's Certificate or the ability to obtain one

• Administrator Certificate preferred

• A valid driver's license is required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of postsecondary pathways, including college, career, and workforce options

• Knowledge of JROTC programming and military pathways preferred

• Familiarity with college and career planning, including financial aid and postsecondary access

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred