Director of Postsecondary Readiness

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics athletics the arts and various activities. Situated in central Iowa just 6 miles from Des Moines Ankeny CSD caters to over 12800 students from preschool through 12th grade making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.

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Director of Postsecondary Readiness

Position Summary

The Director of Postsecondary Readiness provides district-wide leadership for postsecondary readiness ensuring that all students graduate prepared for postsecondary education career and workforce success. This role advances the Districts mission vision and core values through strategic planning instructional leadership personnel management and meaningful engagement with families community and industry partners.

Job Title: Director of Postsecondary Readiness

Salary Grade: Grade18

Contract: 12-mo Administrative (279) Contract

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: Experience in educational administration business/nonprofit operations career services and/or project management and 5 years experience as a teacher counselor or school administrator.
• Education & License Qualifications: Masters Degree in Education School Administration Counseling or other related field Iowa Department of Education Professional Administrative license and Evaluator Approval license

• Required Skill:

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with students staff families and the broader community.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate vision expectations and decisions clearly and professionally.
• Strong problem-solving conflict-resolution and decision-making abilities to address complex sensitive or high-stakes situations with professionalism and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead collaboratively with staff empowering teams and guiding the implementation of district-wide initiatives.
• Advanced organizational and operational leadership skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Adaptability resilience and the ability to remain composed while leading through change crisis or competing demands.
• Strong skills in active listening empathy and responsiveness to the needs of students staff families and the community.

Essential Functions:

Mission Vision and Core Values Leadership

• Leads and advances strategies aligned to the District Strategic Plan and the goal that all students graduate prepared for postsecondary success.
• Ensures postsecondary readiness programming reflects the Districts mission vision and core values including equity access and student-centered decision-making.
• Provides district-wide vision for PK12 career and academic readiness that prepares students for college careers apprenticeships certifications and workforce success.

Systems Leadership & Accountability

• Establishes and monitors district-wide systems to assess student preparation for postsecondary success.
• Collaborates with district leadership to define PK12 outcome measures monitor progress and ensure accountability for graduation postsecondary enrollment persistence and workforce credentials.
• Oversees data analysis reporting and evaluation related to postsecondary readiness including state reporting and research initiatives.
• Uses data to inform continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.

Instructional & Program Leadership (PK-12)

• Leads the development implementation and evaluation of a structured PK12 career and academic readiness framework.
• Provides instructional leadership for graduation requirements dual/concurrent enrollment CTE career readiness programs internships and work-based learning.
• Collaborates with district instructional leaders to recommend and guide college and career readiness assessments.
• Ensures alignment of curriculum assessments and programs across grade levels.

Personnel Leadership

• Supervises assigned staff in accordance with district policies and applicable laws.
• Hires trains evaluates and supports staff to ensure high-quality program implementation.
• Builds leadership capacity among staff through coaching professional development and collaboration.
• Fosters a culture of integrity professionalism collaboration and continuous learning.

Family Community & Workforce Engagement

• Develops and sustains partnerships with business industry higher education community-based organizations government entities and nonprofit partners.
• Expands work-based learning opportunities including internships apprenticeships and career academies.
• Supports advisory councils and partnership structures that align education with workforce needs.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with families and community stakeholders to support student success.

Communication & Advocacy

• Leads district communication and promotion efforts related to postsecondary readiness in collaboration with the Chief of Communications.
• Represents the District with internal and external stakeholders agencies and organizations.
• Communicates program goals outcomes and opportunities to staff students families and the community

Other Functions:

• Participate in staff development training programs faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service and assistance to all employees fostering a welcoming and approachable atmosphere.
• Uphold integrity and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.
• Collaborate effectively with all school personnel maintaining positive and productive communication.
• Adhere to safety protocols and policies established by the Ankeny Community School District to ensure the safety of oneself and others.
• Support District goals and objectives while adhering to all District policies contributing to the overall success of the school community.
• Demonstrate regular and dependable attendance to ensure smooth District operations.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support district events or urgent situations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Working Environment:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting carrying pushing pulling climbing reaching driving standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Terms of Employment

Work year established by the District; Salary according to schedule adopted annually.

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated annually as per district policies and procedures

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved by: Justin Mohr Date: January 2nd 2026

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

Required Experience:

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