The DC Office of the Ombudsman for Public Education seeks an Assistant Ombudsman.
Quick Link: http://bit.ly/dceducationombuds
The Office of the Ombudsman for Public Education, established within the State Board of Education, is responsible for assisting students and parents resolve resolving complaints, disputes, and problems as they engage with the District of Columbia Public Schools and public charter schools. The Office offers conflict resolution services to parents, families, and students and is committed to resolving school related complaints, disputes and problems quickly and efficiently in all areas that affect student learning. Some of these areas include student discipline, special education, truancy, student enrollment, transportation, academic progress and bullying.
Furthermore, the Ombudsman will be responsible for providing District students and parents with professional assistance in problem resolution as well as accurate, timely communication regarding public education issues. The Ombudsman will also contribute to the discussion around improving the delivery of educational services by sharing data and trends on potential problems.
The Office of the Ombudsman is independent and impartial. By offering conflict resolution services to students and parents, the Office can prevent costly lawsuits and administrative hearings and will support the District's efforts to improve public schools in the District of Columbia, help to close the achievement gap, and promote family engagement. By law, the Office is able to review student records, receive confidential information, and is bound by rules of confidentiality.
If you want to help improve the educational outcomes of children, then you may be the ideal person to join the Ombudsman’s team.
A more complete position description is attached.
Salary Range: $64,375-$82,357
Deadline: May 9, 2013
To Apply: Visit http://bit.ly/dceducationombuds, register for a user account and submit an application. Applicants will be asked to submit four (4) ranking factors.
You can also find this position by visiting http://dchr.dc.gov/page/careers, clicking “Search Current Job Openings,” and looking for position number 24980 with the DC State Board of Education.
Contact information:
Joyanna S. Smith
Ombudsman for Public Education
D.C. State Board of Education
441 4th Street, NW
Suite 723N
Washington, DC 20001
O: (202) 741-0888
F: (202) 741-0879
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