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Department of Defense Education Activity
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Chief of Staff
Department of Defense Education Activity
Department of Defense
Location
Brussels
Salary
$107,446 - $139,684
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This role serves as the top advisor and coordinator for a U.S.
Department of Defense school district in Brussels, Belgium, handling everything from policy advice and staff management to community outreach and operational support.
It involves representing the district leader in high-level meetings and ensuring smooth day-to-day administration for K-12 schools serving military families.
A good fit would be an experienced school administrator or supervisor who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and excels at communication and teamwork.
Key Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in a relevant field
- Three years of supervisory and/or administrative experience in a K-12 school system
- Competency in managing human resources
- Strong oral communication skills
- Ability to partner and collaborate with stakeholders
- Proficiency in writing and policy development
Full Job Description
About the Position: This Chief of Staff position is with the Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA), Europe West District, located in Brussels, Belgium Federal employees in Brussels, Belgium are currently entitled to receive a 50% Post Allowance (COLA) in addition to the base salary.
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Degree: A Bachelor's Degree (or higher degree) Experience: Three years of experience as a Supervisor and/or Administrator in a K-12 school system.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Managing Human Resources Oral Communication Partnering Writing Major Duties:
- Advise concerning policies and procedures that affect district operations
- Represent the District Superintendent in meetings, briefings, and conferences with senior officials and other organizations
- Direct administrative support operations to include district travel, managing directorate/staff coordination, and administration
- Plan and monitor work to be accomplished by subordinates; establish schedules, priorities, and deadlines for work accomplishment
- Develop, coordinate, and integrate programs, goals, and other activities
- Establish/maintain effective communication with the community to advise on mid to long range plans, to emphasize recent or forthcoming changes in plans and regulations and to receive feedback
- Develop policy positions and/or directive actions for issuance to district staff
- Provide information to individuals and stakeholders who inquire about or express interest in DoWEA issues
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