LOCATION:                          Special Education – 900 Watervliet Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:

The work involves responsibility for managing the BOCES Special Education Division’s programs and services, including the provision of quality programs and services in response to the needs of school districts and the school-aged children served. Work is conducted in a “Team Leadership” environment with general supervision of the Director of Special Education.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides leadership for strategic planning and direction in the development and implementation of high quality and comprehensive special education programs. Provides direct supervision and evaluation for special education programs and staff to include Instructional programs, Itinerant programs, Related Service  programs, and Grant supported services as assigned by the Director of Special Education.
2. Ensures the development and implementation of an ongoing process for assessing districts' service needs and student achievement, including the intake and placement process, in accordance with all applicable laws, organizational rules, policies and regulations.
3. Ensures that an ongoing process for program evaluation, which is related to annual BOCES goals, is in place.
4. Supports the development and administration of an annual budget for the division in conjunction with the Director of Special Education, Director of Business Operations, Assistant District Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, Principals, and other District administrative staff members as appropriate to ensure student and district needs are met.
5. Supports the process of personnel administration which includes recruitment, employment, supervision, evaluation, and staff development in accordance with applicable BOCES policies and procedures in conjunction with the Director of Special Education, Director of Human Resources and the human resources staff.
6. Serves on BOCES committees at the direction of the Assistant District Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction.
7. Serves on BOCES and regional committees at the direction of the Assistant District Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction and the Director of Special Education.
8. Supports the development and implementation of the Division wide budget
9. Performs other tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education.
10. Thorough knowledge of school special education principles and methods.
11. Thorough knowledge of special education laws and regulations.
12. Good knowledge of educational budgeting methods and procedures.
13. Good knowledge of special education issues and trends.
14. Ability to supervise staff personnel.
15. Ability to develop and administer a budget.
16. Ability to establish and maintain good relations with representatives of various groups such as school district leaders, state agencies area educators and the public.
17. Ability to write in a clear, concise and creative manner.
18. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

LOCATION:            Career & Technical Education – Adult Health Careers Program

BASIC FUNCTION:           

This is a professional position that involves leadership and oversight of staff and daily student activities within the Health Careers & Services Program at the Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical School. The incumbent will work collaboratively as a member of the CTE administrative team and will lead and supervise the secondary and post-secondary Health Careers programs and services. Direct supervision is exercised over the Health Careers teachers and support staff. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Director-Health Careers & Services. Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Directly supervises and evaluates Adult Health Careers teachers and support staff.
2. Leads and is responsible for curriculum, clinical rotations and scheduling of Adult Health Careers programs.
3. Oversees clinical rotations and scheduling for secondary Health Careers & Services program, in collaboration with the director.
4. Utilizes data to assess the effectiveness of staffing patterns, scheduling and organizational structures in attaining desired student outcomes, in collaboration with the director.
5. Oversees learning management system and student management system.
6. Is responsible for all aspects of student management by working with other administrators, teachers and support personnel on all student discipline.
7. Analyzes student attendance data and counsels students as required.
8. Develops calendar, schedule, syllabus and lesson plan creation for all Adult Health Careers & Services programs, in collaboration with the director.
9. Oversees SIMS lab, curriculum, scheduling and rotations for all Adult Health Careers & Services programs, in collaboration with the director.
10. Coordinates the scheduling of substitutes for both classroom and clinical needs.
11. Organizes and conducts regular meetings with clinical staff.
12. Establishes examination schedule for applicable Adult Health Careers & Services programs.
13. Prepares reports and associated documentation to comply with various state and federal regulatory requirements and monitoring.
14. Is responsible for planning and executing professional development opportunities.
15. Serves as primary subject matter expert to Adult Health Careers & Services instructional staff for curriculum and program based questions and requirements.
16. Performs related duties as required.
17. Good knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations applicable to Adult Health Careers & Services programming.
18. Good knowledge of modern principles and practices of health care programs and services.
19. Good knowledge of database management.
20. Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others.
21. Ability to coordinate class and work schedules.
22. Ability to work effectively with both professional and non-professional personnel.
23. Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
24. Initiative and resourcefulness.

LOCATION:                        Career & Technical Education - Albany Extension Campus

BASIC FUNCTION:  
Serve in support of the Career and Technical Education School Principal.  Comply with and administer the appropriate laws, regulations, policies and procedures affecting the Career and Technical Education Division.  Other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supervise and administer all aspects of secondary Career & Technical Education Program offerings at Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School(s).
2. Serve as active member of the CTE Administrative Council, assigned committees and professional organizations. 
3. Responsible for collaborating in design (and redesign) of programs to be recommended to the leadership team and Director.
4. Supervise Pathway Academy (Alternative Education).
5. Responsible for student-related discipline.

LOCATION:          Central Administration – 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Assistant Superintendent for Operations provides leadership for the business, purchasing, and financial affairs of the BOCES; the functions of the human resources department & BOCES facilities, including owned and leased facilities. At the direction of the District Superintendent, may report to the Board on specific matters. Reports to Deputy District Superintendent & Chief Operating Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversee the leadership of the Director of Business Operations, Director of Facilities, and Director of Human Resources.
2. Provides long-range vision and planning for the Board and the Superintendent on financial matters and assists with information on the financial impact of long-term goals.
3. Develops budget guidelines, coordinates preparation of the budget, and provides leadership to division & department directors in budgetary matters.
4. Prepares and monitors the administrative and capital budgets and serves as an authorizing agent for the expenditure of appropriated funds.
5. Administers all aspects of the financial and non-instructional support functions of the BOCES.
6. Oversee the BOCES insurance, real estate, investment, and safety programs.
7. Provides active leadership of achievement of organizational goals, vision & BOCES commitments.
8. Coordinates the presentation of, justification for, and preparation of additional analyses required to understand the proposed budget.
9. Assists in the execution of the enacted budget, including the recommendation of administrative controls where required.
10. Interfaces with component school districts on billing, services, and co-sers.
11. Provides leadership in developing improvements in the financial management of the BOCES, including budget methods, format, and presentation.
12. Facilitates regional leadership of School Business Officials.
13. Acts as advisor to the District Superintendent & Deputy District Superintendent & Chief Operating Officer on all questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the BOCES.
14. Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating personnel.
15. Works closely and cooperatively with federal, state, and independent auditors.
16. Works with the General Counsel on preparation of draft policies.
17. Remains abreast of developments and innovations in the field by reading current literature, attending professional society and association meetings and conferences, and discussing developments and problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
18. Attends Board meetings and prepares such reports for the Board as the District Superintendent may assign.
19. Assist the District Superintendent in preparing materials for negotiations, keeping records concerning negotiations, and assisting in the administration of the negotiated contracts.
20. Serve as a resource person to committees of the Board.
21. Supports oversight of administration of BOCES awarded grants.
22. Attends organization-wide safety including Incident Response Team and training.
23. Ability to provide leadership to others.
24. Ability to communicate effectively and make public presentations.
25. Ability to establish and maintain good relations with representatives of various groups such as school district leaders.
26. Thorough knowledge of BOCES aid.
27. Thorough knowledge of BOCES budgeting.
28. Thorough knowledge of cooperative service through knowledge of employee benefits including insurance & implementation of negotiated contracts (co-ser) development.
29. Thorough knowledge of liability & casualty insurance programs.
30. Thorough knowledge of municipality purchasing regulations.
31. Thorough knowledge of fund accounting and cost accounting
32. Ability to train BOCES managers in financial processes and systems.
33. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

RELATED EXPECTATIONS

34. Develops and grows the supervisory skill set of the non-instructional administrators, through coaching, mentorship, teambuilding and constructive supervision.
35. Works closely with the administrative team to ensure the needs of the BOCES are met and creatively problem-solve alternatives.
36. Develops and maintains a knowledge of educational processes and practices to better support the BOCES mission.
37. Direct experience successfully managing instructional support operations.
38. Knowledge of purchasing, risk management, finance, insurance and fund accounting.

MASTERY of / EXPERTISE in

39. Educational finance.
40. Generally accepted accounting principles.
41. Relevant NYS education law and policies.

SIGNIFICANT ABILITIES

42. Strategic decision-making.
43. Data management and analysis.
44. Presentation skills: oral and written.
45. Team orientation and working effectively with colleagues.