Others staff positions, including those
occupied by Ibrahima Diop (Chief Financial Officer), Karen Devet (Chief
Operations Officer), Fadi Fadhil (Chief Information Officer), Amy Moore (General
Counsel) and Suzanne Kelly (Chief of Staff) are more concerned with other
functional responsibilities.
But given that this is the top leadership
group of the Minneapolis Public Schools, all of these top staff members should
be keenly focused on the prime academic mission of the school district and
embrace responsibility for the academic achievement of students.
These are highly paid staff members, thirteen in
all, with salaries totaling $2,040,471---
for a mean leadership salary of $156,959.
Below I give these staff members by name,
position, and salary, with accompanying job descriptions--- as given at the leadership portal of the MPS
website. In my substantially complete
book (Understanding the Minneapolis
Public Schools: Current Condition,
Future Prospect) I analyze the functions of each of these positions, the
degree of need for each of these, and the performance efficacy of those who
occupy the top leadership positions. In
forthcoming articles posted on this blog, I will share with my readers the
snippets from the book that focus on each of these top leadership positions.
In this article, I give my readers an initial
glance at fundamental information, as follows :
Leadership Staff of the Minneapolis Public
Schools as of Janaury 2018
Staff Position Salary
Ed Graff Superintendent
$225,000
Job Description >>>>>
The superintendent of schools is responsible
for leading all functions and processes for the school district. The superintendent is charged with working
with all internal and external stakeholders to implement and execute core strategies
that produce results acros the school district.
The superintendent sets the academic priorities of the school district
and serves as the primary decision-maker and spokesperson for the Minneapolis
Public Schools.
Michael Thomas Chief
of Academics, $163,761
Leadership,
and
Learning
Job Description >>>>>
The chief of academics, leadership, and
learning manages operational connections to support associate superintendents,
principals, and teaching staff in accelerating student achievement and overall
school improvement that is aligned to the core values and academic goals of Acceleration
2020.
Eric Moore Chief
of Accountability, $147,900
Innovation, and Research
Job Description >>>>>
The Chief of Accountability, Innovations, and
research provides leasdership for the full sope of Research, Evaluation,
Accountability & Assessment (REAA) Department, including MPS executive
decision-making through data analysis and interpretation and assuring that
programs are in compliance with Federal, state, and local laws.
Ibrahima Diop Chief
Financial Officer $153,000
Job Description >>>>>
The chief financial officer leads the division
of Finance, which is responsible for the overall fiscal management of the
district. The chief provides leadership,
direction and guidance in financial strategies and priorities. The Finance division umbrella includes
Accounts Payable, Budget, Payroll, Purchasing, and Student Accounting
Departments. Some of the responsibilities
covered in these departments are monies for student-generated revenue,
legislative allocations, budget accountability, annual budget tie-out process,
fiscal auditing as well as grants management.
Maggie Sullivan Chief Human $147,900
Resources Officer
Resources Officer
Job Description >>>>>
The
Chief Human Resources Officer provides leadership for the full scope of
functions provided by the Human Resources (HR) Division, including staffing,
workforce planning, talent management, compensation, employee & labor
relations, equal employment opportunity, benefits, risk management and
insurance, professional development, and organizational change; provides advice
and counsel on HR issues, interprets bargaining agreements, develops policies
and procedures, manages division budgets and functions, and develops MPS human
capital strategy to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Fadi
Fadhil Chief Information $139,518
Officer
Job Description >>>>>
The
chief information officer is responsible for the Information Technology
strategy, computer systems, infrastructure, operations and deploying solutions
that align with the district goals and objectives. Areas of focus include
innovative use of technology to enhance, accelerate and transform student
learning and academic achievement.
Karen
Devet Chief
Operations $155,739
Officer
Job Description >>>>>
The
chief operating officer executes the operational priorities of the school
district and serves as the chief financial officer, providing leadership,
direction and guidance in financial strategies and priorities. The chief
oversees key operational functions of the school district including finance,
instructional technology, facilities and operations.
Suzanne Kelly Chief
of Staff $177,333
Job Description >>>>>
The
chief of staff advises and supports the superintendent on day-to-day matters
and creates a culture of high expectations that result in accelerated student
achievement and improved school performance. The chief serves as a liaison
between the superintendent and elected officials, stakeholders and MPS families
Amy
Moore General Counsel $153,000
Job Description >>>>>
The
general counsel provides advice and counsel for the school board and MPS
executive management on legal matters concerning the school district. The
general counsel represents the school district in legal proceedings,
litigation, court appearances, hearings and other disputes. The school
district’s lead attorney also manages staff and contract attorneys and oversees
policy development for the school district. The general counsel reports to the
superintendent and school board.
Carla Steinbach Associate Superintendent $144,330
(Middle
Schools and High Schools)
Job Description >>>>>
The
associate superintendent is responsible for creating and modeling a culture of
high expectations and providing ongoing support and oversight to school
building leaders. The associate superintendent works with school communities to
create the necessary conditions that result in dramatic and accelerated student
achievement, closing the achievement gap and improving overall school
performance.
Ron Wagner Associate
Superintendent $144,330
(K-8)
Job Description >>>>>
The
associate superintendent is responsible for creating and modeling a culture of
high expectations and providing ongoing support and oversight to school
building leaders. The associate superintendent works with school communities to
create the necessary conditions that result in dramatic and accelerated student
achievement, closing the achievement gap and improving overall school
performance.
Laura Cavender Associate
Superintendent $144,330
(K-8)
Job Description >>>>>
The
associate superintendent is responsible for creating and modeling a culture of
high expectations and providing ongoing support and oversight to school
building leaders. The associate superintendent works with school communities to
create the necessary conditions that result in dramatic and accelerated student
achievement, closing the achievement gap and improving overall school
performance.
Lucilla Davilla Associate Superintendent $144,330
(K-8)
Job Description >>>>>
The
associate superintendent is responsible for creating and modeling a culture of
high expectations and providing ongoing support and oversight to school
building leaders. The associate superintendent works with school communities to
create the necessary conditions that result in dramatic and accelerated student
achievement, closing the achievement gap and improving overall school
performance.
