Leveled Talent · 1 week ago
Chief Policy and Program Officer - EdVoice
California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $240K/yr
12+ years expLeveled Talent is seeking a Chief Policy & Program Officer for EdVoice, a nonprofit education advocacy organization aiming to reshape public education in California. The CPPO will lead policy strategy, develop evidence-based recommendations, and implement transformative solutions to improve educational outcomes for underserved students.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead EdVoice Institute’s policy strategy, identifying the highest impact, research-backed policy solutions that expand academic success and opportunity for underserved students
Continuously monitor and evaluate California, national, and comparative state education policies; research agencies such as the State Board of Education, Commission on Teacher Credentialing, and County Offices of Education, assessing best practices, implementation challenges, and emerging trends to inform recommendations
Manage a portfolio of several big issues at a time, at varying stages of development, and prepare synthesized reports, briefings, and recommendations that guide decision-making in Sacramento and statewide
Publish documents, briefs, and reports, and guide the writing of legislation, synthesizing complex information into clear reports and tools for sustainable implementation
Develop a system to analyze all California education policies annually, determine which align most closely with EdVoice Institute’s policy agenda, and prioritize those for advocacy efforts
Shape the organization’s point of view on effective, statewide policy implementation by synthesizing experiences from California and other states in rolling out high-impact education policies
Support the State Board and Department of Education in developing effective guidance and a strong rollout plan to help ensure successful implementation in schools and districts once a bill has passed
Identify best practices and pockets of success in policy implementation across California, and amplify these successes through reports, convenings, and other strategic platforms
Coach and support the team to produce clear, compelling briefs and reports that distill complex issues into persuasive narratives, strengthening EdVoice’s influence with policymakers and partners and maintaining momentum post-passage of a policy
Establish and lead a practitioner council to gather insights from education leaders, ensuring our policy priorities address the most pressing issues affecting children from low-income communities, sharing success stories, and solving potential implementation challenges
Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships across California by building credibility with key community leaders, education partners, school districts, nonprofits, foundations, policymakers, and elected officials. Collaborate to explore innovative ideas, align on effective policy solutions, and advocate for systemic change that drives equity and long-term impact
Work alongside the CEO, EdVoice team, and consultants, serving as a spokesperson on legislative and policy issues, representing EdVoice and EdVoice Institute in partnership meetings, public forums, and media
Support district leaders, government agencies, and advocacy groups to develop and test effective and new strategies, tools, and tactics that engage school administrators, resulting in local policy implementation victories
Work cross-functionally with the Director of Communications & Marketing to align policy communications for campaigns, events, and initiatives
Energize and inspire the Policy Team and EdVoice team members, creating and maintaining an environment of belonging that is centered on capacity building, learning together, and leading solutions-focused work
Partner with the CEO to cultivate a culture of big-picture thinkers and active doers, rooted in the belief that all children deserve a high-quality education. Encourage creative problem-solving that is translated into detailed action plans and clear deliverables
Develop the Policy Team’s capacity to translate complex priorities into clear strategies and coordinated action, fostering alignment, accountability, and ownership
Equip and empower the team to surface emergent policy concerns and respond quickly, leveraging current events and other opportunities to maximize collective impact
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience in school system leadership, policy, research, and/or advocacy in education with demonstrated success in leading an entrepreneurial and growing organization
7+ years of experience managing high-performing teams; start-up experience is a plus
Demonstrated success in leading strategic policy reform within complex environments
Enthusiastic collaborator with deep hands-on knowledge of school systems and evidence-based education policies, and best practice strategies
Strong understanding of teaching and learning, and can identify what moves the needle for high-quality instruction at both the classroom and system levels
Strategic yet hands-on, able to see the big picture and deliver against clear priorities in an ambiguous and ever-evolving environment, managing multiple projects at a time
Passionate about making big changes to public education policy and excited to be an anchor leader in an organization that is looking to grow and expand its impact
Leads with humility and adaptability, demonstrating openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous learning
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee, spouse, and eligible dependents
13 days of paid time off (PTO), 12 paid holidays, winter break from December 25th - 31st, plus sick days
Fully vested employer 1:1 match of employee 401(k) contributions up to 4%
Reimbursement of up to $500 for a remote workspace, in accordance with organizational policy, reimbursement of up to $750 for a cell phone, in accordance with organizational policy, and $90/month technology stipend
Company
Leveled Talent
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Founder & CEO
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