Executive Director for Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE)
- Employer
- Stanford University
- Location
- Graduate School of Education, Stanford, California, United States
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) is dedicated to solving education's greatest challenges. Through rigorous research, model training programs and partnerships with educators worldwide, we're pursuing equitable, accessible and effective learning for all. The GSE is a top-ranked school of education, known for its prestigious faculty, rigorous graduate degree programs, and its impact on the quality of education across the world. The GSE is committed to developing leaders in education research, practice and policy. Our community includes over 60 faculty, 400 students, 230 staff, 14,000 alumni and countless individuals from the local and global communities that we work with and impact.
Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE) is an independent, nonpartisan research center that bridges academic research and education policy in California. Founded in 1983, PACE is a collaboration between Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UCLA, and USC. It plays a critical role in providing high-quality research and evidence-based policy recommendations to improve education in California. PACEās unique position as a collaborative effort of leading universities provides it with unparalleled credibility and access to expertise across the state.
The Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) seeks a full-time Executive Director for Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE). The Executive Director of PACE serves as the organizationās strategic and operational leader. This individual is responsible for advancing PACEās mission to improve K12 education policy and practice in California through facilitating and conducting research, synthesizing evidence into actionable recommendations, and engaging policymakers to improve outcomes at all levels of the education system. This role requires a visionary and strategic leader who can navigate complex stakeholder relationships, maintain PACEās nonpartisan reputation, and position the organization for continued success.
This position is a 1-year fixed term appointment based on Stanford Universityās main campus. Consideration will be given to a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite work) because the position will require regular travel to Sacramento and throughout California. Candidates should submit a CV and cover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the position. Applications should be submitted through Stanford Universityās HR portal. Initial review of applications will begin on February 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director will lead a small, dynamic staff that partners with faculty across the state and nation to produce research that is objective, nonpartisan, relevant and accessible in order to impact education policy in California. Reporting to Dr. Ben Domingue, Associate Professor in the Stanford Graduate School of Education, the Executive Director works closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure PACE is focusing on the more pressing and promising issues facing California. Internal stakeholders include faculty directors representing each member research institution, PACE staff, and individual PACE researchers at affiliated universities. External stakeholders include California policymakers (e.g., legislators, legislative staff, finance staff, Governorās Office, State Board of Education, county and district leaders) as well as funders, peer researchers, education policy advocates and journalists.Typical responsibilities include:
- Provide leadership direction and oversee subordinate staff with program responsibilityDesign, develop, and oversee implementation of the most complex programs. Devise and implement vision, strategy, goals, and resource development in consultation with the faculty director. Assess entity efficacy. Shape development of research programs. Provide guidance to program staff. Define the overall activities of research programs, allocate appropriate staffing and other resources to achieve objectives. Develop and direct related policy.Develop, maintain, and control the financial budget related to program(s); shape financial strategy and long-range financial planning. Serve as the principal advocate with foundations, funding, and gift sources.Engage with a diverse set of stakeholders to build PACEās impact
- Advanced degree or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience (PhD preferred but not required). Typically, five or more years of relevant experience in the area of specialization and five or more years relevant experience managing staff. Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans, program partnerships and funding sources.
- Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.Advanced oral, written and analytical skills exhibiting fluency in an area of specialization.Excellent leadership skills.Ability to manage budgets and develop financial plans
- Proven ability to build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, researchers, and practitioners.Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate complex research into accessible and actionable insights for policymakers and practitioners.Significant knowledge of Californiaās education policy history and landscape and/or prior experience working to research or advance education policies in the state and a deep understanding of or experience with Californiaās education policy environment, including key institutions and actors, funding systems, and reform priorities, or demonstrated ability to quickly develop such expertise.Familiarity with the diverse needs of Californiaās student populations, including underserved groups such as English learners, students from low-income communities, and students with disabilities.Professional experience working to advise California policymakers, education leaders, or advocacy organizations.Experience leading and managing a comparable-sized organization or initiative that involves advances in research, policy, and practice.Familiarity with the unique governance structure of universities.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Job Code: 4116
- Employee Status: Fixed-Term
- Grade: L
- Requisition ID: 105781
- Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible
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