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Coordinator IV Innovative Programs
Reports to: Director II - Innovative Programs
Pay Grade: 404
Duty Days: 239
Salary Range: $85,893 - $103,487
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Purpose

The Coordinator of Innovative Programs plays a pivotal role in advancing the district's strategic goals by monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the performance of innovative school choice programs, including SB 1882 partnerships. This position also coordinates with Facilities Planning to draft seat availability projections supporting specialized programs and Talent Management. The coordinator ensures data-driven decision-making, compliance with state and federal requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performance Monitoring & Evaluation

• Develops, conducts, and maintains performance monitoring tools and reports for innovative programs and SB 1882 partnerships.
• Analyzes academic, operational, and financial data to assess program effectiveness and community engagement.
• Translates complex data and analysis into clear, actionable presentations, memos, and reports tailored to various stakeholder groups including district leadership, school administrators, community partners, and the public.
• Provides timely and actionable insights to inform innovative program planning and resource allocation.
• Supports the innovative program portfolio to ensure alignment with district priorities and student needs; makes proactive recommendations for continuous system improvement.
• Coordinates the collection and submission of required documentation and data for state and federal compliance.
• Ensures compliance with Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Facilitates cross-departmental collaboration to support innovative programs and SB 1882 partnerships.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of existing Programs of Choice using data evidence.
• Provides technical assistance and training to campus and district staff on innovative program options and availability.
• Conducts data analysis to identify trends, enrollment patterns, and student outcomes across choice programs.
• Assists in the development of reports and presentations to communicate innovative program impact to stakeholders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None. 

Personal Work Relationships 

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork.  Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations.  All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of best practices in project management and data analysis, including strategic planning, resource allocation, data management techniques, and coordination of resources.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of federal and state guidelines and District policies and procedures regarding education and data privacy.
• Knowledge of best practices in data management including collecting, monitoring, and reporting of data.
• Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making, together with use of qualitative and quantitative data to make recommendations.
• Skill in written and oral communication skills including ability to interact with and influence all levels to include the public, District staff, and management.
• Skill at the advanced level, working with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Skill in organizing, analyzing, and summarizing complex data.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing tasks, and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines.
• Skill in written and oral communications including interacting effectively with all levels of district service center and campus staff, as well as public inquiries.
• Skill in accurate report writing using business language, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to exercise discretion regarding matters of a sensitive or confidential nature.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and implement effective time management techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate projects, work and training related to the implementation and supervision of the strategic initiatives for the District.   
• Ability to prepare oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, memoranda for wide distribution.
• Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used:  Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture:  Moderate sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion:  Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; moderate walking.
• Lifting:  Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment:  Works in an office setting; Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance:  Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands:  Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university required;
  • Master's degree from accredited college or university preferred.
• Certification/License: None
• Experience:
  • 4-6 years of progressively responsible experience with data management, data analysis, and reporting required;
  • Experience working in or with public school systems in a central office or school leadership role preferred.

Approved combinations:

Education                                 Experience

Bachelor's degree                     6 years

Master's degree                        4 years

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.