Director, Assessment

Category: District LeadershipJob Function: AdministrationDepartment: Learning & Teaching-AssessmentSummaryThe Director of Assessment provides strategic leadership for the district’s comprehensive assessment system to ensure alignment with teaching and learning priorities and to improve student outcomes. The role leads to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of assessment practices that connect assessment, data use, curriculum and instruction to support high-quality teaching and learning across the district. The Director ensures that all required assessments are administered with fidelity and in full compliance with state and federal guidelines, while prioritizing the use of assessment as a lever to improve instruction. This role requires a leader who can operate at both strategic and operational levels, driving coherence across assessment, data, curriculum, and instruction in a large, complex school system.Essential DutiesDevelops and leads a coherent, district-wide assessment framework aligned to instructional prioritiesEstablishes clear priorities, roles, and systems to ensure alignment, efficiency, and impact across the departmentPartners with academic leaders to ensure assessment practices support school improvement, instructional decision-making, and effective data use within PLCs, school leadership teams, and classroomsCollaborates with the Strategy and Technology Division to ensure alignment between assessment systems, data reporting structures, and accountability requirementsOversees the accurate, secure, and compliant administration of all state, national, and local assessmentsEnsures effective training, support, and communication for school test coordinators and school leadersLeads cross-functional collaboration with Curriculum, Academic Programs, Instructional Technology, and other departments to ensure coherence across initiativesSupervises and develops department staff, including coordinators, program specialists, and support personnelLeads and develops coordinators as instructional leaders responsible for the effectiveness of the assessment frameworkCollaborates with district leaders and school personnel to develop, evaluate, and improve student performance assessmentsAdvises schools and departments regarding best practices for using assessment results, and provides professional development training for assessment platforms as well as data analysis and actionOversees vendor relationships, assessment platforms, and operational systems to ensure reliability and effectivenessManages departmental resources, including budget and procurement processesRepresents the district in state-level assessment work and professional networksDirects the timely and accurate completion and submission of local, State, and Federal reports and serves as FCSS Assessment Director for the State of GeorgiaPerforms other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Teaching or Chief Academic Officer or the appropriate administratorRequired EducationMaster's Degree required in Education or Education LeadershipCertification/LicensureNone requiredTier II Educational Leadership Certification required; or eligibility to obtain within 3 yearsExperience QualificationsMinimum of 7 years’ experience in an educational leadership role required; 3 years supervisory experience requiredKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility to lead complex, cross-functional work and build organizational coherenceStrong understanding of assessment systems, data use, and instructional practicesAbility to collaborate effectively with executive-level leaders and influence without direct authorityAbility to translate data into actionable insights that support teaching and learningStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and ensure operational effectivenessAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgmentAbility to manage financial, material, and human resources effectivelyMust be skilled in collaborative leadership of individuals and groupsWorking ConditionsNormal office environmentPhysical DemandsRoutine physical activity associated with normal office environmentPosting ID: 34147It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585.TTY 1-800-255-0135.Director, AssessmentReq ID: Fulton County SchoolsNearest Major Market: Atlanta