Senior Director of Equity, Engagement & Compliance

Anchorage School District; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 146,429 - 178,968; Full time

Job summary

Anchorage School District in Anchorage, AK seeks a Senior Director of Equity, Engagement, and Compliance to lead district-wide efforts in community engagement, organizational culture, EEO, and civil rights compliance. The role partners with school leaders, families, and community groups to strengthen relationships, advance equitable access, and ensure programs align with federal and state laws.

This leadership position requires strong communication, strategic planning, and the ability to guide

Qualifications

• Alaska Type B admin certificate or eligible within six months, OR BA in education or social science with ed coursework.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible leadership in education, public administration, compliance, HR, or related field.
• Experience developing collaborative partnerships with students, families, community organizations, government agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of civil rights laws (Title VI/ VII/ IX) and nondiscrimination requirements.
• Experience overseeing investigations and interpreting laws and district policy.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to supervise staff and build a cohesive team.
• Ability to analyze organizational data for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Represents ASD at community meetings, advisory groups, and public events related to engagement and civil rights.
• Leads ASD's Volunteer and Community Engagement programs.
• Coordinates MECAC and language access planning with relevant departments.
• Advocates for underrepresented families and students within ASD.
• Partners with Talent Management on culturally responsive recruitment and retention.
• Supports leadership development and equitable access initiatives district-wide.
• Provides guidance on inclusive decision making and compliance with policies and laws.
• Leads workshops and professional development on civil rights, accessibility, and belonging.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Alaska Type B admin certificate or eligible within six months, OR BA in education or social science with ed coursework

Job description

Anchorage School District in Anchorage, AK seeks a Senior Director of Equity, Engagement, and Compliance to lead district-wide efforts in community engagement, organizational culture, EEO, and civil rights compliance. The role partners with school leaders, families, and community groups to strengthen relationships, advance equitable access, and ensure programs align with federal and state laws.

This leadership position requires strong communication, strategic planning, and the ability to guide