Summary Description:
Under direction of the chief of staff in the Office of the Board of Education (BOE), the director, senior analyst (Analyst), is responsible for serving as an analyst and advisor to the chief of staff concerning issues under the purview of the BOE, including: matters related to public education, policy and budgetary oversight. Serves as liaison between the BOE and MCPS leaders, Montgomery County Government, Office of the Inspector General, the Office of Legislative Oversight, and other public offices, organizations or officials as needed. Ensures that the BOE has access to and is apprised of pertinent matters and up-to-date information. Develops and delivers ongoing professional development for Board on issues of relevance to its roles in governance and oversight. Proactively researches, reports and makes recommendations concerning budgetary, fiscal, programming and other matters as appropriate and as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: NoneSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent overtime and night work required.

Summary Description:
Under direction of the chief of staff in the Office of the Board of Education (BOE), the director, senior analyst (Analyst), is responsible for serving as an analyst and advisor to the chief of staff concerning issues under the purview of the BOE, including: matters related to public education, policy and budgetary oversight. Serves as liaison between the BOE and MCPS leaders, Montgomery County Government, Office of the Inspector General, the Office of Legislative Oversight, and other public offices, organizations or officials as needed. Ensures that the BOE has access to and is apprised of pertinent matters and up-to-date information. Develops and delivers ongoing professional development for Board on issues of relevance to its roles in governance and oversight. Proactively researches, reports and makes recommendations concerning budgetary, fiscal, programming and other matters as appropriate and as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: NoneSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequent overtime and night work required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, local, and Board of Education laws, policies, regulations, and procedures relating to public education, financial management, public administration, and programming within a public school system. Considerable knowledge of public education policy, school finance, and the MCPS collective bargaining agreements. Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, present, and provide comprehensive reports and recommendations in matters related to public administration or a related field. Ability to prepare, interpret and present complex reports on various issues germane to public education. Demonstrated excellent management and organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills. Ability to perform well and produce quality work under strict timelines. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master?s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in law, finance, policy, education policy, public administration, legislative analysis or a related field. At least five years recent professional experience in a related field, preferably in a public school system. Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None