The Director of Accountability & Reporting directs, develops, and evaluates the district’s reporting plan including the state and federal accountability systems, the superintendent’s evaluation metrics, and district wide publications used to make policy decisions and recommendations that have significant impact on the performance of the district. Oversees the work of multiple staff members including CTM, and Coordinators to ensure timely, accurate data for district decision making. Champions evi... more details
Location:
Department: State Reporting
Area:Northwest
Contract Months:12
Salary Range: $130,000.00 – $155,000.00
Academic Year: 24-25
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Accountability & Reporting directs, develops, and evaluates the district’s reporting plan including the state and federal accountability systems, the superintendent’s evaluation metrics, and district wide publications used to make policy decisions and recommendations that have significant impact on the performance of the district. Oversees the work of multiple staff members including CTM, and Coordinators to ensure timely, accurate data for district decision making. Champions evidence based best practices through communication and collaboration amongst district and campus administrators to improve student outcomes, district performance, and state and federal accountability performance and collaborates across departments to identify and escalate KPI to ensure districtwide adherence to district, state, and federal guidelines.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports district, division, and campus staff in understanding the accountability systems and how it intersects with positive and supportive inputs and systems.
Oversees the collection, analysis, and dissemination of district data related to federal and state accountability, local accountability, board governance, and another key performance information as identified.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets academic data from various sources, including student assessments, course evaluations, graduation rates, and institutional surveys, to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Designs and implements quality and accurate outputs from academics reporting that meet various stakeholder needs.
Oversee project design and coordination for multiple staff members
Stay current on best practices in state and federal accountability, data analysis, assessment, and reporting.
Other duties as assigned. (Note: No additional information is needed in this text box.)
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED
N/A
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; master's degree preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within a similar industry or organization.
SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
Demonstrated track record of successfully leading and managing teams, fostering a high- performance culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget planning, financial management, and resource allocation.
Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth and impact.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to navigate complex challenges.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
Ability to adapt to change and lead teams through organizational transitions.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices.
Strong ethical standards and integrity in decision-making.
Professional certifications or memberships relevant to the industry or leadership role are desirable.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic oversight for multiple departments and/or a major division or for the entire district. Provides strategic direction and develops long-range plans which impact multiple departments or divisions. Using in-depth knowledge of multiple disciplines, identifies and evaluates high- impact issues, and provides strategy and direction to a major functional area or multiple departments. Establishes programs and policies, and ensures integration of operational objectives across multiple, major departments, program areas and possibly district-wide.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work is non-standardized and widely varied, involving many complex and significant variables including significant time spent planning, evaluating complex solutions and issues, and negotiating outcomes. Strong analytic ability and inductive thinking are frequently required to devise new approaches to situations where previously accepted solutions have proven inadequate. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the division. 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 with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that may affect multiple departments across HISD. Job is frequently expected to recommend new solutions to problems, to improve existing methods/procedures/services and generate new ideas. May also review decisions made by other individuals on more routine matters.
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the district causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Negotiate and influence - interprets department strategies and services, resolves conflicts, influences outcomes on matters of significance for the division, conducts final negotiations and coordinates approvals/decision making below the executive level. Interactions are typically with customers and Top Management.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Regularly assesses and diffuses complex, and escalated customer issues. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for solving systemic customer service problems. Regularly explores alternative and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer within HISD's policies and guidelines.
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. Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
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