Senior Educator Workforce Strategy Leader

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teleworking options

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for Educator Workforce to provide strategic leadership for Virginia's educator preparation, licensure, and workforce systems, ensuring every student has access to well-prepared, effective educators.

The role serves as a senior policy advisor, translating research, data, legislation, and regulation into a coherent statewide strategy for licensing reviews and program development.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of educator preparation, licensure, and pathways into the profession.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies governing educator preparation and licensure.
• Knowledge of educator workforce trends including recruitment, preparation, retention, and shortages.
• Ability to develop statewide strategy and lead complex systems change.
• Skill in using data, research, and program evaluation to inform policy and drive improvement.
• Excellent communication and partnership-building with school divisions, providers, policymakers, and stakeholders.
• Experience in leading large, multifaceted teams and managing budgets and programs.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that empowers staff and provides guidance for licensing reviews and teacher preparation programs.
• Lead development or revision of policies, regulations, and guidelines for the Department’s focus areas.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to fulfill the Department of Education’s purpose and function.
• Represent the Department professionally in external engagements and policy discussions.
• Ensure clear expectations and alignment with department goals.

Skills

Educator licensure knowledge

Policy & regulations understanding

Data-driven decision making

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Education Administration or related

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for Educator Workforce to provide strategic leadership for Virginia's educator preparation, licensure, and workforce systems, ensuring every student has access to well-prepared, effective educators.

The role serves as a senior policy advisor, translating research, data, legislation, and regulation into a coherent statewide strategy for licensing reviews and program development.