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Director of Engagement

JobID: 399

Position Type:
Administration

Date Posted:
3/25/2025

Location:
District Wide

Date Available:
07/01/2025

Closing Date:
until filled

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The Director of Engagement will specialize in working directly with the superintendent, schools, families, and community to cultivate a generational learning experience that empowers educators, parents, and community stakeholders to sustain family engagement and improve student performance in the district. The Director of Engagement will represent D91 in a positive manner and implement cross-functional strategies in the areas of family and community engagement and communication that improves student achievement. Please see attached detailed job description.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 4 years of experience in community engagement, education policy, and/or public affairs.
Proven experience in building community partnerships, facilitating training, developing presentations for various audiences, and crisis management.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree highly preferred.
Experience in education, community engagement, or public policy.
Principal or administrative experience is highly preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners.
Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
Understanding of D91 policies and structure.
Ability to analyze and present data reports.
Fluent in other languages, Spanish preferred.

JOB GOAL:

The Director of Engagement will work directly with the Superintendent, schools, families, and the broader community to foster a culture of engagement that enhances student achievement. This role will lead efforts to build sustainable relationships, implement strategic initiatives, and create a positive district culture that strengthens family and community involvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Family & Community Engagement:

Lead and manage Parent Coordinators.
Serve as a liaison for parent/caregiver concerns on behalf of the Superintendent.
Proactively engage families and community members to attend district meetings and events.
Collaborate with district departments and external partners to develop and deliver research-based parent workshops.
Build and maintain relationships with principals to support school-level engagement efforts.
Organize and facilitate key district events in conjunction with the PTO, such as Back to School events, Education Summit, and Spring Fling.
Attend and represent the district at community events, festivals, and meetings.
Organize meetings between the Superintendent and elected officials.
Maintain a database of partners, community leaders, business owners, and parents to support district initiatives.

Communication & Data Management:

Provide a high level of customer service to families, schools, and community members.
Manage and update district websites and social media platforms.
Organize, analyze, and report school- and community-level data based on established metrics.
Arrange translation and sign language interpretation services as needed.
Coordinate video recaps and quarterly community book readings for the Superintendent.

Compliance & District Initiatives:

Serve as the district’s McKinney-Vento Liaison and Title IX & Non-Compliance Liaison.
Organize and facilitate Citizen Advisory Council meetings.
Attend monthly external partner meetings (Village, Community Center, Library, Park District) to ensure alignment with community agencies.
Assist the Superintendent and principals in fostering engagement that directly supports student achievement.
Attend and participate in district-wide initiatives, mandates, and Board meetings.
Order district-branded materials for community engagement events.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Evening and weekend hours as needed.
Must adhere to performance guidelines set by executive leadership.
Other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE:

260 workdays per year (full-time position).

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Salary commensurate with experience. Range is $80,000 - $90,000.
Benefits as established annually by D91.

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