Director of community schools

Position Type:

Central Office Administration/ Other

Date Posted:

10/26/2026

Location:

Hazel Park Schools Administration Building

District:

Hazel Park Schools

Reports To:

Superintendent or Asst Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

Employment Status:

Full-Time, 12-Month Administrative Position

Salary:

Based on Education and Experience

Location:

Hazel Park

Position Summary

The Director of Community Schools provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and coordination for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of community school initiatives. The Director works collaboratively with school administrators, teachers, students, families, community organizations, and public agencies to promote student achievement, family engagement, and community well-being.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the development and implementation of the Community Schools program.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with families, community-based organizations, social service agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate academic, social, health, and family support services to address barriers to student learning.
• Develop program goals, implementation plans, performance measures, and evaluation procedures.
• Monitor program effectiveness, student outcomes, attendance, family engagement, and community participation.
• Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets, grants, and other funding sources.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned personnel in accordance with district policies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, grant requirements, and district policies.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for district leadership and other stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, public administration, social work, community development, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Relevant experience in educational leadership, community engagement, program administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in program planning, budget management, grant administration, and evaluation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, families, and community partners.
• Additional qualifications, certifications, and experience requirements shall be established by the district in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

Application Procedures

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a completed application, résumé, cover letter, and supporting credentials through the designated Human Resources application process.

Application Deadline:

November 10, 2026

Application Process:

Apply through the Hazel Park Schools Job Opportunities Link: https://www.hazelparkschools.org/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Board is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from illegal discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or harassment in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other illegal grounds.