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NYC Public Schools · 3 days ago

Strategic Coordinator to the Executive Director, TRQ - 26079

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$72K/yr - $79K/yr

5+ years exp

NYC Public Schools is focused on recruiting diverse and talented teachers to enhance the quality of education. The Strategic Coordinator to the Executive Director provides high-level administrative support, manages communications and calendars, and assists with the execution of organization-wide engagements.

Responsibilities

Manage the Executive Director’s calendar with a strategic lens and consideration of a range of priorities

Proactively identify scheduling conflicts, prioritize engagements, and ensure optimal use of time aligned with recruitment cycles, school year milestones, and strategic initiatives

Draft, review, and edit communications, including responses to cross-divisional and district partners, internal and external stakeholders

Coordinate and prepare for meetings, including agenda development, document preparation, and post-meeting follow-up

Develop and maintain systems for tracking priorities, commitments, and follow-through across domains; ensure timely and appropriate follow-up

Ensure the Executive Director is well prepared and briefed for all engagements

Support the coordination of executive team meetings, retreats, and planning sessions, including agenda setting, facilitation support, and documentation

Provide operational support to executive team members as needed, helping to drive organizational cohesion and performance

Model divisional and team competencies and culture

Prepare briefing materials and synthesize complex information—such as policy updates, talent data, and program evaluations—to support executive decision-making

Support cross-functional projects and initiatives from concept to execution, such as new teacher induction programs, strategic hiring pilots, or talent data system rollouts

Track progress on key initiatives, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are aligned with organizational goals and talent outcomes

Develop dashboards or summaries that help the Executive Director and leadership team monitor progress toward strategic goals in teacher talent workforce planning

Coordinate team participation in public events, panels, and conferences related to education, workforce development

Prepare documents and logistics for engagements that elevate the team’s priorities and impact

Qualification

Executive support experienceProject managementCommunication skillsBachelor's degreeData synthesisMicrosoft Office 365Google WorkspaceEmotional intelligenceTime management

Required

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

High school graduation or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least one (1) year of experience as described in '1' above

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of the experience described in '1' above

Preferred

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in public administration, business, or a related field preferred

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in executive support, strategic advisory, consulting, or nonprofit/public sector leadership

Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills

Exceptional project management, prioritization and time management skills

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

High emotional intelligence, discretion, and professionalism

Strong proficiency in productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office 365 applications, Google Workspace, project management platforms)

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Company

NYC Public Schools

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New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is the largest public school system in the United States, serving approximately 1 million students across more than 1,600 schools in all five boroughs.

Founded in 2002

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees