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The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) · 1 month ago

Senior Associate Commissioner of Data, Assessment, and Accountability

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development is seeking a Senior Associate Commissioner of Data, Assessment, and Accountability. This role involves providing executive-level decision-making and leadership for various Department programs, focusing on strategic planning, policy implementation, and oversight of data and assessment services.

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative leadership and supervision to assigned unit offices, including the development of operational plans, oversight of day-to-day operational activities, allocation of budgetary and staffing resources, and supervision and mentoring of subordinate managers to attain goals
Strategic planning, including the evaluation of existing programs and the development of new programs, initiatives, and activities to achieve the Department's mission and/or improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Department operations to positively impact students
Direct oversight and leadership responsibility of major projects assigned by the Commissioner and/or Deputy Commissioner which involve staff from other Department units and/or staff from other agencies
Provide oversight and direction on policy development and implementation on data and accountability, and assessment services programming across the agency including coordination across offices within DESE who support data and accountability, and assessment services. Support the coordination and development of policy related to key governmental agencies and bodies, including the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
Maintain a high level of expertise in the assigned areas of work, including attendance at national conferences, review of relevant research and studies, and discussions with officials in the U.S. Department of Education and other state education agencies, to ensure that Department programs and activities are informed by data-driven research and best practices
Ensure that supervised staff, staff elsewhere in the Department, and outside stakeholder groups are communicating effectively and working together in a productive, collegial relationship
Other duties assigned by the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner (e.g. responding to constituents, presenting at Board meetings, etc.)
Represent DESE at meetings with external groups as needed
Based on assignment, travel throughout the Commonwealth may be required

Qualification

Education policy developmentData analysisBudget managementStrategic planningLeadership skillsOrganizational managementInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Applicants must have at least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least four (4) years must have been in a managerial capacity

Preferred

Minimum or ten (10) years' experience in education, including experience as a superintendent, principal and/or administrator in a school district or other educational organization: or any combination or related experience and training that provides the required knowledge and skills in the areas of education policy development and program leadership and implementation
Thorough understanding of public policy and educational practice at the district/community and state level and comprehensive knowledge of federal, state and local laws, including statutes, regulations, rules and policies relating to K-12 public education
Ability to articulate a clear vision or high-quality education with documented evidence anchored in data/research of consistent, positive results
Understanding and appreciation of the Commonwealth's institutions, culture, political and educational leadership with a strong knowledge and belief in the department's vision, mission, and goals; an equivalent depth of perspective in another jurisdiction could provide an acceptable substitute
Proven skills in providing leadership resolution of complex problems and issues
Demonstrated ability to manage professional, technical and administrative support staff and extensive experience with the principles of supervision, performance planning and evaluations
Ability to interpret and use data to support continuous improvement and evaluate the efficacy of a wide range of initiatives
Experience in budget planning, management and monitoring
Capacity to develop and administer department goals, objectives and monitoring strategies
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and plan for successful outcomes
Excellent communication, oral and written, and interpersonal skills to effectively plan, interact with, present information, engage, and motivate a wide variety of audiences
High Integrity and a record of exceptional work performance
Strong analytical and organizational management skills

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Company

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD)

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The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development cultivates a skilled workforce across industries, provides economic stability for workers affected by job loss, injury, or illness, and upholds standards for safe working conditions.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Adriana León
Chief Financial Officer
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Tony Fantasia
Chief Information Officer
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