- Position Title
- Manager, Community Schools Supports and Partnership
- Required Application Type
- School Related Personnel
- Salary/Pay Scale
- $85,257-$86,757 Plus Generous Benefits
- Job Description
Location:
Erie 1 BOCES
Technology Services
TS Community Schools
E1B Education Campus
West Seneca, NY
Hours:
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Annual Salary:
$85,257
+ $1,500 Masters Degree
$86,757
Job Responsibilities:
Erie 1 BOCES is seeking a collaborative, equity-centered leader to serve as Manager, Community Schools Supports and Partnerships. This position plays a critical role in expanding and strengthening the Community Schools CoSer by supporting participating school districts through integrated academic, health, mental health, and family engagement services aligned to local community needs.
The Manager leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of community schools supports across districts, including supervising staff, overseeing partnerships with community-based organizations and service providers, and managing grants, budgets, and program operations. Working closely with school and district leaders, nonprofit agencies, higher education partners, and internal Erie 1 BOCES teams, the Manager builds responsive systems of support, provides technical assistance and professional learning, and ensures fiscal accountability, compliance, and data-informed decision-making.
Aligned to the Erie 1 BOCES Profile of a Leader, the Manager is an effective communicator who listens for understanding, communicates with clarity, and brings together multiple perspectives to inspire shared action. This role requires a collaborative and supportive leader who cultivates trusting relationships, fosters inclusive environments, and supports the growth and development of staff, districts, and community partners. The ideal candidate demonstrates a growth mindset and innovative, forward-thinking approach—using data, reflection, and continuous learning to anticipate needs, remove systemic barriers, and continuously improve services that enhance student success and family well-being.
- Civil Service Title
- Manager Community Schools Supports and Partnership
- Job Qualifications
Minimum Civil Service Qualifications:
Must meet minimum civil service qualifications for a provisional appointment as follows:
A) Possession of a Master’s degree* in Social Work and three (3) years’ experience** providing Community Schools Support*** for K-12 districts, one (1) year of which included grant development and/or grant management.
SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a license to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment; and
- Possession of a New York State Driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to various school districts within the state as needed at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.
NOTE: **Possession of a LCSW may substitute for one year of the required general experience but not for the specialized grant development/grant management experience.
NOTE 2: ***For qualifying purposes, Community Schools Support is defined as strengthening student success by integrating academic supports with wraparound services such as after-school tutoring, attendance interventions, and family engagement aligned to local community needs. Community schools use collaborative leadership with families and community partners to coordinate integrated student supports, expanded learning opportunities, and family engagement, creating a shared approach to removing barriers and improving outcomes for students. Examples include: Integrated Student Support (health services, nutritional support, social services), expanded and enriched learning time (after-school and summer programming and mentoring), family and community engagement (adult education and family support), school as community hub (temporary shelter and events).
NOTE 3: *Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.
Additional Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience supporting K–12 districts through a community schools or integrated student support framework.
- Expertise in grant development and management, cross-sector partnership building, and program oversight, with a strong ability to use data and research to assess needs, guide service expansion, and communicate impact to diverse stakeholders.
- Must be consistent with the Erie 1 BOCES Profile of a Leader, the ideal Manager is an effective communicator and collaborator who fosters inclusive, trusting relationships; demonstrates a growth mindset; supports staff development; and serves as an innovative, forward-thinking leader capable of anticipating district and community needs while navigating complex systems, funding requirements, and equity-focused initiatives.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH MAY 19, 2026
- Application Procedure
Please apply online by completing the following steps:
- Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.
- Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN
- Apply directly to the job posting.
You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.
Special Notes:
When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.
Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.
PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned COMPLETELY to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions. Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.
- Job Category
- Other
- Job Location
- Education Campus