Members of staff who wish to be considered for appointment for the above position are invited to make their intention known in writing.

Candidates must submit both a curriculum vitae and a letter of application explaining why they would be suitable for this position.

###NATURE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the Directorate, the chosen candidate will be a proven leader with a knowledge and skill base that will promote excellence within the organization.

###PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To support and supervise school administrators with the goal of building their autonomy.
• To assist school administrators on a variety of matters such as pedagogical leadership, policy implementation, management of budgets, student placement, as well as assignment and evaluation of school personnel.
• To work in collaboration with other School Board Departments to ensure the efficient operations of schools.
• To ensure that School Board policies and procedures are followed throughout the organization.
• To articulate strategic decisions, procedural orientations and procedures as agreed upon by the Management Team.
• To support other School Board Departments in the realization of their mandates.
• To participate in various level committees, both internal and external to the School Board, and coordinate special dossiers as assigned.
• To assume responsibility for other dossiers as assigned by the Director General to their delegate.

###QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will:

• Have a graduate or post graduate degree in a relevant field
• Have a minimum of 8 years experience in an administrative position
• Have a valid Quebec Teaching Brevet

###REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate will:

• Have a broad spectrum understanding of the LBPSB and how the Regional Director role is key to the accomplishment of the mission of the Board.
• Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in English and French.
• Have a thorough knowledge of elementary schools, secondary schools and centres.
• Have a strong belief in and demonstrated ability of collaborative teambuilding.
• Have demonstrated sound judgement, have demonstrated the ability to "think effectively on your feet", and have demonstrated the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Have the ability to set up processes by which confidential information is handled securely and with discretion.
• Have superior conflict resolution skills.
• Have an excellent knowledge of School Board policies and procedures.
• Have a solid understanding of the provincial and local collective agreements.
• Have a sound knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles.

###SALARY RANGE AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is classified as Class 12 with remuneration and working conditions as per theRegulation Respecting the conditions of Employment of Management Staff of School Boards.