Overview Director, Special Projects at Relay Graduate School of Education (Relay) is a full-time, flexible-location role within the US. The Professional Education (PE) team designs and delivers transformative learning experiences for PK–12 educators and leaders. The Director, Special Projects is a strategic leader responsible for managing complex, cross-functional initiatives that advance organizational priorities and supports the Chief Professional Learning Officer (CPLO) and other members of the PE executive team. Role and Responsibilities Project Management (60%) Lead cross-functional projects assigned by the CPLO, managing planning, execution, and monitoring progress to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Collaborate with internal teams (Partnerships, Research, Finance) to ensure projects align with organizational priorities and are executed efficiently. Provide project and administrative support to the PE Executive Team, including data analysis, progress monitoring, and coordination across teams. Support the Manager, PE Executive Support, ensuring operational excellence and effective project execution. Synthesize and communicate data and insights to support equitable outcomes, measure program effectiveness, and inform continuous improvement. Design and implement project plans, tracking systems, and surveys to assess program impact and inform improvements. Internal Communications (25%) Manage the scope, sequence, and design of executive team and senior leader meetings, including monthly all-team meetings, retreats, and sub-team check-ins. Maintain consistent, timely, and clear communication with staff and team leaders to facilitate informed decision-making and alignment with Relay's values. Maintain and refine systems for streamlined communication, resource sharing, and progress tracking across the PE team. Collaboration with PE Executive Team (15%) Serve as a thought partner to the PE Executive Team, providing insights, recommendations, and data-informed analysis to support decision-making. Ensure adoption of new protocols, frameworks, and processes within the PE team, providing guidance and support to staff as needed. Prepare findings, presentations, and recommendations for the CPLO on strategic projects and operational needs. Analyze employee satisfaction data and other team metrics, collaborating with the PE Executive Team to develop actionable plans to address staff needs and enhance team effectiveness. Qualifications Core requirements Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years supporting or collaborating with senior leadership. Experience planning, executing, and monitoring cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines; ability to lead through influence and establish shared accountability. Strong written and oral communication skills, including preparing presentations and materials for diverse audiences. Experience with data analysis and visualization (preferred). Experience working collaboratively across teams to achieve shared goals. Experience with or knowledge of K–12 education institutions and professional learning for educators (preferred). Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and maintain accuracy and follow-through. Experience handling confidential information appropriately. Authorized to work in the United States. Commitment Relay is committed to improving student growth and achievement through diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. Relay recruits, develops, supports, and retains a diverse staff, faculty, and graduate student body to create an inclusive, anti-racist institution. Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $96,525 - $135,135 . New hires start at the low end of the range with opportunities for growth. Relay offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including health insurance, disability and life insurance, retirement plan, professional development, PTO, parental leave, gym reimbursement, and more. For details on benefits, please visit Relay’s benefits page. Work Location Policy Primary work location must be within the U.S. and legally authorized to work. Relay lists supported states and applies NYC state withholdings for remote work from other states. Relay’s headquarters are in New York City. Relay Graduate School of Education provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Relay Graduate School of Education
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