Staff Specialist - Enrollment, Choice, and Transfers

• Develops and implements regulations and guidance related to student placement and enrollment components at the district and school-level.
• Assists with establishing and implementing marketing and branding campaign support for schools and the district.
• Supports district teams, school leaders and identified enrollment officials and liaisons to develop, implement, and sustain researched-based student placement and engagement enrollment strategies at the school level and district level.
• Coordinates and leads district collaborative meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities with school-based and district office enrollment points-of-contact.
• Verifies and analyzes school and student data to inform decisions regarding student placement options, transfer applications and requests.
• Resolves tuition concerns of non-resident students and manages enrollment requirements at all levels.
• Prepares compliance reports, presentations, memorandum, and other communication documents outlining procedures and programs for related enrollment components as directed by the Director - Enrollment, Choice and Transfers.
• Assists the district in expanding its reach into local communities through active engagement with community partners, neighborhood and community-based organizations and external partners to support district enrollment.
• Promotes positive relationships and creates effective partnerships between students, families, schools and partners in support of student achievement and school improvement.
• Maintains knowledge of new developments, legislation, literature, and technical sources of information to support enrollment, school choice and student transfers.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution is required, Master's degree preferred, OR in place of degree, 10+ years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Three to five years of experience in a related field (e.g., student/family counseling, admissions, enrollment management, business/marketing/sales, mediation and conflict resolution, student affairs, student services or social work).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with all demographic communities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to make effective public presentations.
• Excellent organization skills and follow-through.
• Experience conducting data analysis and using enrollment management systems/software to implement student interventions and supports.
• Ability to engage parents and families in school placement activities.
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, attention to detail, strong ethical standards and ability to work with urgency, high energy and positive attitude with a drive for personal and professional excellence.
• Ability to work effectively in high-paced environment, with deadlines, and multiple stakeholder viewpoints.
• Proficiency in using computer applications, such as databases, word processing, email, web-site application.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingual preferred.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.