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Anticipated SY 26-27 Division-Level and/or School-Based Leadership Pool
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- Full-time
- School experience
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- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Anticipated SY 26-27 Division-Level and/or School-Based Leadership Pool

Lynchburg City Schools -
Lynchburg, VA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

School experience
Master's degree
Classroom experience
Community relationship building
Classroom Teaching

Full Job Description

FLSA Status : Exempt

Site/Location : Administration Building

Reports to : Superintendent

Date : 03/03/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Superintendent or designee, leaders selected from this applicant pool may serve in school-based and/or division-level leadership roles supporting academic programs, student services, and operational effectiveness. These roles are designed to build a strong bench of leaders prepared to assume key district leadership positions as vacancies or strategic needs arise.

Leaders in this pool will contribute to student achievement, staff development, and the effective implementation of School Board policies, administrative regulations, and applicable federal and state laws.

The purpose of this administrative pool is to:

Develop and maintain a pipeline of high-quality leaders.
Provide strategic leadership support across academic and student service departments.
Ensure continuity and sustainability in division-level leadership roles.
Strengthen the division’s capacity to serve every student, every day.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leaders in this pool may be expected to: Provide strategic leadership aligned with the division’s mission and goals.

Supervise, coach, and evaluate principals, directors, coordinators, or program leaders as assigned.
Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of academic and student service programs.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Analyze and use data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
Collaborate across departments to ensure coherent systems of support for students and staff.
Develop and support high-performing teams focused on equity, access, and excellence.
Serve as a representative of the division in meetings, committees, and community engagements.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

Honesty
Integrity
Ethical
Equity Minded
Emotional Intelligence
Cultural Competence
Safety
Quality

Leadership Competencies

Models Excellent Customer Service
Thinks Strategically
Shows Initiative
Acts Decisively
Communicates Effectively
Works Collaboratively
Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

Technical Capabilities
Computer Literacy
Data Analysis and Management
Fiscal Planning and Management
Project Management
Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must hold a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
Must hold a valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional License (or eligibility)
Must hold or be eligible for an endorsement in Administration and Supervision
Demonstrated successful leadership experience at the school or division level.
Experience supervising adults and supporting professional growth.
Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience
Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and/or student services systems.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead change and manage complex initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Solid knowledge and understanding of effective practices in capital improvement planning.
Solid knowledge of facility planning and management
Solid knowledge and understanding of public school operations, school law, Virginia Department of Education requirements, and federal, state, and local regulatory guidance
Resolution of staff conflicts and disciplinary actions in a timely and effective manner.
Budget adherence and effective resource allocation.
Data-informed decision-making and improvements in student outcomes.
Ability to lead/manage groups of people, craft departmental vision, goals, and objectives, and oversee division projects and initiatives
Requires excellent leadership, detail orientation, written communications, and presentation skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Directly supervises a team of 4 or more direct reports, including but not limited to Facilities, School Nutrition, Transportation, and Information Technology.
Participates in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of employees, including making hiring decisions.
Instructs, trains, coaches, and mentors staff to promote professional growth and effective performance.
Develops staff schedules, approves time off, monitors work assignments, and ensures operational efficiency.
Conducts formal and informal performance evaluations and provides actionable feedback.
Recommends and enforces appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
Delegates tasks effectively and monitors progress to meet organizational goals.
Facilitates team meetings, promotes collaboration, and resolves conflicts.
Implements policies, procedures, and compliance standards within the department or program.
Identifies staff development needs and supports professional learning opportunities.
Supports change management and the implementation of new initiatives.
Promotes a culture of equity, inclusion, and high expectations among staff and students.
Analyzes operational data to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Reliable transportation is necessary
Daily travel between schools, LCS buildings, and local areas is required
Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work may involve collaborative support across academic programs, student services, and operational functions, and requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, light lifting (up to 10 pounds), vocal communication for expressing or exchanging ideas, hearing to perceive information at a normal spoken word level, and visual acuity for preparing, reviewing, and analyzing written or electronic data. Under ADA compliance, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS:

OPEN

SALARY:

Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here

DAYS PER YEAR:

260

SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-2027

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