Deputy Superintendent

Education Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, North Carolina, seeks a Deputy Superintendent to oversee day‑to‑day operations and provide leadership across Student Services, Athletics, Title IX, Wellness, Behavior Support, and the CMS Police Department.

This role serves as acting superintendent in the absence of the superintendent, participates on the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet, and requires a masterful command of policy, budgeting, data, and community relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education is required.
• Doctorate in School Administration or related field is preferred.
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the school system.
• Provide leadership to departments including Student Services, Athletics, Title IX, Wellness, and CMS Police Department.
• Serve as acting superintendent in the absence of the Superintendent.
• Lead budgeting and financial planning for assigned areas.
• Engage with parents and community members and present information to public audiences.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Policy interpretation

Strategic planning

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Doctorate degree in School Administration or related area

Job description

Deputy Superintendent

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Job Details

Job ID: 5926904

Application Deadline: Jan 01, 2027 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The Deputy Superintendent, under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with extensive decision‑making discretion overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the school system. This includes providing leadership and oversight to department heads in Student Services; Athletics; Student Planning, Placement & Programs; Title IX; Student Wellness; Student Behavior Support; and the CMS Police Department.

This position serves as the “acting superintendent” in the absence of the superintendent. The employee is a member of the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to a wide variety of programs and activities under the direction of the Superintendent.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Salary/Status

PG 16/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Superintendent

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Establish and implement budgeting and fiscal management systems consistent with local, state, and federal requirements
• Manage the collection and completion of required data; investigate issues and write reports
• Direct and lead the development of goals, the preparation of short and long‑range plans, and the implementation of programs and services
• Communicate/problem solve with parents and other community members and conducts presentations, information sharing services, and classes for adult audiences
• Manage and evaluate district wide day-to-day operations
• Assist in the preparation of long‑range financial planning for assigned areas
• Remain abreast of and interpret laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies affecting areas of responsibility.
• Confer with attorneys concerning legal issues and litigation, and provides direction regarding legal and policy interpretations
• Assist and coordinate the preparation and administration of the budgets for assigned areas in compliance with established local, state, and federal policies and regulations
• Serve as the superintendent’s designee on all student related hearings and appeals
• Maintain visibility in schools, areas of business operations and community
• Serve, upon assignment by the superintendent, as a resource person to various public interest groups
• Attend meetings in the absence of the superintendent to represent the district, make presentations and respond to public inquiries
• Report to the superintendent on the status of district programs and initiatives
• Attend regular and called meetings of the Board of Education as needed/required
• Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Facilitate the development of the department’s improvement plan
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of public schools
• Comprehensive knowledge of school board and administrator objectives, procedures, and organization
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/regulations regarding curriculum planning and organizational development
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem‑solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in education required
• Doctorate degree in School Administration or related area preferred
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience as building or district administrator preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Position Type: Not provided

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant/Deputy Superintendent/Chief

Administration > Superintendent

Contact Information

• CMS Staff
• 600 E. Fourth Street
• Fifth Floor
• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]