DIRECTOR OF CAREER EXPLORATION AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students. 

Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Director of Career Exploration and Strategic Partnerships

Job Summary: The Director � Career Exploration and Strategic Partnerships is the primary architect of the district's future-readiness ecosystem, bridging K-12 systems with regional economic vitality. 

This role leads the strategic design, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic pathways ensuring every student is prepared for success in the 4E's: Enrollment, Enlistment, Employment,

or Entrepreneurship. Internally, the Director collaborates with the Curriculum Department and Superintendent's office to ensure instructional programs provide the foundational knowledge and self-awareness 

students need to navigate their post-graduation transition. Externally, the Director cultivates a robust talent pipeline through high-level industry and public-private partnerships, facilitating the real-world 

learning experiences that define the district's value. By aligning rigorous internal systems with external community needs, the Director ensures students can confidently communicate their unique abilities

while positioning the district as a premier economic asset and driver of community prosperity.
 
Qualifications: Master's degree in education or a related field. 

Valid Ohio administrative license. 

Five or more years of experience in secondary education, leadership, counseling, career readiness, or curriculum leadership. 

Valid driver's license.

Working Conditions: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week and 260 days per year based on a school year calendar, 1 FTE.
View the attachment for any special requirements and job description.

Application Procedure: Apply online at www.lakotaonline.com through the Butler County Area Application Consortium.

Selection Procedure: Following the review of all internal applicants, administration will review all applicants who have completed an on-line application at www.lakotaonline.com
Current Lakota employees must create a user account and application in the Butler County Area Application Consortium to apply for these positions.


Applicants that are offered positions shall be required to submit to an FBI/BCII criminal background check. Failure to satisfactorily pass the criminal background check based on the discretion of the Board of Education will preclude an individual from employment with the district.


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