Executive Director of College, Career and Innovation - Instructional Support Facility

Job Title: Executive Director of College, Career, & Innovation

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Classification Group: Administrator

Supervising Position: Assistant Superintendent or designee

Pay Plan: Administrator

Pay Range: Range 08

Last Updated: 03/2026

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JOB SUMMARY: Ensure student achievement by providing districtwide leadership for Career and Innovation programs that prepare students for postsecondary education, careers, and lifelong learning. Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality, standards-aligned, and industry-relevant programming that integrates curriculum, instruction, assessment, and student engagement. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district requirements; manage assigned budgets and resources; and serve as a member of the Performance Improvement Leadership Team, whose primary responsibilities include supporting schools, advancing a comprehensive vision for teaching and learning, and modeling best practices across the District. Serve as a member of the Administration Council (AdCo).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time

1.

Articulate and implement a districtwide vision for Career and Innovation aligned to the District’s strategic plan, Board of Education policies, and state and federal expectations. Lead innovative efforts that integrate Career and Technical Education (CTE), STEM, project-based learning, AVID, counseling, work-based learning, and career pathways with rigorous academic standards.

Daily 15%

2.

Oversee assigned Career and Innovation programs to ensure alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment with Colorado Academic Standards, industry standards, and postsecondary expectations. Lead program evaluation, student progress monitoring, and continuous improvement using multiple data sources.

Daily 15%

3.

Support districtwide implementation of effective, differentiated, and culturally responsive instructional practices related to career-connected learning. Collaborate with district leaders to design and deliver professional learning that builds educator capacity and instructional coherence.

Daily 15%

4.

Hire, supervise, support, and evaluate assigned certified and classified staff. Promote leadership development, accountability, and a positive, inclusive, high-performing work culture within Career and Innovation programs.

Daily 10%

5.

Serve as a member of the District Leadership Team and Administration Council to facilitate communication, collaboration, and alignment across the district. Prepare reports and presentations for district leadership and the Board of Education as requested.

Daily 10%

6.

Develop and manage budgets and resources for assigned programs with a focus on needs assessment, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility. Monitor expenditures to ensure alignment with district priorities and compliance requirements.

Daily 10%

7.

Build and sustain partnerships with postsecondary institutions, industry, community organizations, and other stakeholders to expand student opportunities. Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, a