Director of Enrichment and Engagement

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

The Director of Enrichment and Engagement will develop, direct, coordinate, and expand educational and recreational activities beyond the school day for students throughout the district. This role ensures that enrichment and athletic programs align with the district’s strategic plan and fosters connections between schools and the community. The position reports to the appropriate district leadership.

Qualifications - Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree in Education, Administration, Community Development, or equivalent preferred
  
  

Qualifications - Experience

• Successful leadership experience in public school administration, athletic administration, parks and recreation administration, or community education.
• Experience developing educational and recreational programs in collaboration with non-profit agencies.
  
  

Qualifications - Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and planning skills.
  
  

Sample Job Responsibilities

• Design a cohesive youth development program for K-12 in collaboration with school staff and community resources.
• Develop and implement planning processes to integrate programs and resources effectively.
• Communicate and collaborate with school and community leaders to connect schools with community programs and events.
• Oversee the organization, administration, and management of elementary and middle school enrichment programs.
• Manage communications with parents/families regarding program options and registration requirements.
• Provide leadership and supervision to assistant directors and athletic directors.
• Oversee and manage the budget for athletic and enrichment programs.
• Foster relationships with local schools, community colleges, businesses, and other youth programs to enhance enrichment initiatives.
• Ensure continuity between K-12 athletic programs and adherence to relevant policies and laws.
• Serve as the primary contact for families and community members regarding enrichment and athletic programs.
• Participate as a member of the District Health & Wellbeing Team and perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

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