Fresno Unified School District invites you to step up and inspire students to success. California's third-largest school district with an enrollment of more than 74,000 students is making huge strides in preparing career-ready graduates. Guided by the Board of Education's Core Beliefs that all students can and must learn at grade level and beyond, the district is gaining momentum to boost student achievement. Fresno Unified School District is seeking dynamic, dedicated and motivated individuals. Individuals need to be committed to continuous improvement, results driven and eager to work in a diverse community. We are committed to creating a culture where: - Diversity is Valued - Accelerated Learning for Each Student is Key - Good First Teaching is the Focus - Collaborating with Civic Leaders Positively Impacts the Community PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY REGARDING LETTERS OF SUPPORT. Applicants must complete a management on-line application and attach a cover letter, resume, two current letters of support by the closing date. One letter of support MUST be from a current or previous supervisor. The FUSD Letter of Support form resembles a questionnaire form. The FUSD online application provides instructions on how to send the Letter of Support form to your contact person. Please use this mandatory form. A copy of your credential is necessary when the position requires one. Applicants are responsible for attaching their own documents. Letters of Support are valid for two (2) years. Failure to update your Letters of Support will prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process. In addition, you will need to complete the Gallup Principal Insight survey which is automatically emailed to you within 24 hours after applying for the position. Applicants who have already completed the Principal Insight will NOT receive this email.

The Executive Director (General) will be accountable for improving student achievement with special attention on English Learners and Special Education Students through the effective management of the assigned area; plan, organize, direct and oversee the overall functioning and management of assigned department(s) of the District which may include budgeting, planning, staffing resource allocation, and customer services and support; collaborate with other departments and offices to effectively carry out the business functions of the assigned department; provide timely support and assistance to district leaders, site leaders, and other staff as needed to meet District goals; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel and provide clear, constructive feedback in support of professional learning to improve staff effectiveness. Duties Include: Leads all State and Federal program operations, ensuring alignment with district goals, compliance requirements, and effective use of funds (including Federal funds, LCFF, LCAP, SPSA/SSC, Community Engagement, AROI, Legislative Committee, and other systemic appropriate work). Secure, allocate, and manage funding through the Consolidated Application (ConApp); develop and monitor budgets to ensure fiscal accountability and program effectiveness. Direct compliance efforts, including Federal Program Monitoring (FPM), policy development, and adherence to state and federal regulations. Serve as primary liaison with county, state, and federal agencies, providing guidance, reporting, and coordination to support program success across the entire district. Creates, reviews, edits, and/or presents all documents for the Board of Trustees and the Community. Provide strategic leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating district and site plans (e.g., LCAP, SPSA), including data analysis and continuous improvement efforts.