This position serves as the primary point of contact between GVSU and an assigned portfolio of charter schools, providing integrated support to both governing boards and school leaders. This role strengthens school performance, board effectiveness, and charter contract compliance by combining deep governance expertise with data-informed school support. This position builds strong, trust-based relationships with board chairs, school leaders, and internal GVSU teams to promote healthy, high-performing schools.
This position is being recruited across three regions- West Michigan, Central Michigan, and East/Southeast Michigan. Please specify in your cover letter which region you are applying for.
Salary & Benefits:
Minimum starting salary of $74,024. Depending on region and commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
PRIMARY DUTIES
REQUIREDKNOWLEDGE,SKILLS,AND ABILITIES
Master’s degree in relevant discipline.
A minimum of five (5) years offull-time, satisfactoryexperiencepost master’s degreeexperiencethatdemonstratesgrowth in leadership or management responsibilities in K-12 education.
Demonstrated understanding oftheK-12educational landscape, including theinterrelationships between policy, systems, anddiversestakeholderswithincomplex educational organizations.
Provenexperience providingprofessional learning and support in multiple formats to a variety ofschool relatedaudiences.
Experienceusing data andinformation toanalyzesystems,diagnose challenges,and develop strategies tohelp schools achieve ambitious outcomes.
Experiencesupportingschoolsand providingactionablefeedbackto improve thequalityofeducational programs
Demonstrated commitment to advancing equitable access to high‑quality educational opportunities and improving outcomes for students in historically underserved communities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the abilityto communicate withdiverse audiences
Experiencemanaging sensitive issues with discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment, andmakeclear, well-reasoned recommendations.
An exceptional track record of rapidly building positive, trusting relationships with stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate as part of a collegial, solutions‑oriented team that supports one another and advances shared goals.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain proactive, two‑way communication that keeps colleagues and stakeholders informed, aligned, and engaged.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate concurrent workstreams, track progress, and meet deadlines.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Possesses an area ofspecialtyknowledgedemonstrated byfive or more (5+)years direct experience, such asspecial education, board relations, school improvement, English language learning,early/middle college, etc
Demonstrated understanding of the charter school movement and advancing educational opportunities and innovation through school choice.
Knowledge of charter school operations.
Additional Information:
How to Apply:
Attach your cover letter and resume. Applications missing required documents will not be considered The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Sarah-Kate LaVan (lavans@gvsu.edu) If you need technical assistance,please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.
Application Deadline:
Applicationreviewbegins Monday July 27 and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/ TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
