District Robotics Director: Programs, Partnerships, Growth

Livonia Public Schools; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Livonia Public Schools seeks a District Robotics Coordinator to provide leadership, coordination, and strategic development of its K-12 robotics programs across elementary through high school, building strong community partnerships and securing sponsorships.

The role supports coaches and teachers, ensures equitable access to robotics learning, and oversees district participation in FIRST competitions, budgeting, events, and liaison work with schools, higher education, industry partners, and

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of robotics education programs and competitions.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit sponsors and cultivate community partnerships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong budgeting and resource management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, administrators, parents, business leaders, and community organizations.
• Knowledge of grant writing and fundraising practices preferred.
• Technical proficiency with robotics platforms, programming languages, and engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate robotics programming from elementary through high school levels.
• Oversee the growth and sustainability of robotics clubs and competitive teams.
• Analyze participation, achievement, and program effectiveness data to guide decision-making and program improvements.
• Coordinate and support district participation in robotics competitions, including but not limited to FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC), and FIRST LEGO League (FLL).
• Coordinate district robotics showcases, exhibitions, scrimmages, and tournaments.
• Ensure compliance with competition rules, safety regulations, and district policies.
• Support student leadership development and competitive excellence.
• Recruit, train, and support robotics coaches, mentors, and volunteers.
• Provide technical assistance, mentoring, and coaching to staff.
• Develop resources and best practices for robotics implementation across grade levels.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive sponsorship strategy to support district robotics initiatives.
• Identify, recruit, cultivate, and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors, foundations, businesses, and community organizations.
• Secure financial support, grants, equipment donations, in-kind contributions, and volunteer resources.
• Collaborate with district leadership and educational foundations to expand funding opportunities.
• Steward sponsor relationships through ongoing communication and recognition efforts.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local businesses, manufacturers, technology companies, higher education institutions, workforce development agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
• Serve as the primary district contact for robotics-related partnerships and collaborations.
• Promote district robotics programs through community outreach and public engagement activities.
• Represent the district at local, regional, state, and national robotics events.
• Oversee purchasing, inventory, maintenance, and replacement of robotics equipment and materials.
• Coordinate allocation of resources among robotics programs.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Promote equitable access and participation for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Develop initiatives that increase participation among underrepresented student groups.
• Support inclusive team-building practices and positive student experiences.
• Monitor enrollment and participation trends to ensure broad student engagement.
• Plan and coordinate district robotics competitions, showcases, workshops, and community events.
• Coordinate transportation, facilities, volunteers, safety procedures, and logistics.
• Recruit and manage volunteers, judges, mentors, and event staff.
• Promote events through district communication channels and community outreach.
• Ensure safe operation of robotics equipment, tools, and laboratory spaces.
• Develop and implement risk management procedures.
• Monitor compliance with district policies, competition requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain records related to equipment use, training, and program participation.

Skills

Robotics education

Project management

Community partnerships

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Budgeting

Collaboration

Grant writing

Technical robotics

Tools

Robotics platforms

Engineering tools

Programming languages

Job description

Livonia Public Schools seeks a District Robotics Coordinator to provide leadership, coordination, and strategic development of its K-12 robotics programs across elementary through high school, building strong community partnerships and securing sponsorships.

The role supports coaches and teachers, ensures equitable access to robotics learning, and oversees district participation in FIRST competitions, budgeting, events, and liaison work with schools, higher education, industry partners, and