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Associate – Litigation Practice Group Jobs in San Diego, CA at Nukk Freeman & Cerra
Overview of Position
The Enrollment Policy Analyst ensures the integrity and equity of Seattle Public Schools’ student assignment processes by drafting and implementing policies, conducting in-depth data analysis, and handling the transfer appeal process, and fraud prevention and detection efforts. This position serves as a central resource for departments across the district on complex enrollment issues and ensures alignment between policy, practice, and compliance with state and federal guidelines. This position also acts as Designated School Officer (DSO) to all F-1 and J-1 International students and ensures students have met all district requirements before entry.
Essential Functions
20%
Develops, implements, and maintains enrollment procedures, forms, and internal guidelines.
Provides policy guidance and training to staff and stakeholders as a subject matter expert, collaborating cross-departmentally to ensure consistent and compliant implementation.
Researches and ensures alignment with School Board policies and applicable legal standards.
20%
Analyzes enrollment data and historical trends to support quality assurance and process improvements.
Responds to data requests from district leadership, departments, schools and the public.
Collaborates with Enrollment Planning to ensure timely sharing of information and alignment in data analysis.
20%
Supports the transfer desk and facilitates appeal processes.
Reviews complex and sensitive student enrollment cases and ensures decisions are aligned with the district policies.
Leads weekly appeal meetings and participates in cross-functional intervention teams.
15%
Leads fraud prevention and compliance initiatives, developing and overseeing internal auditing and tracking procedures.
Audits and resolves contentious or disputed enrollment cases and potential assignment errors.
Conducts investigations related to address fraud and other enrollment discrepancies.
10%
Serves as Designated School Officer for F-1 and J-1 international students and liaises with exchange agencies.
Ensures students meet all federal and district enrollment requirements.
Issues I-20s for F-1 international students.
Supports international student recruitment.
10%
Supports core enrollment functions, including the Open Enrollment School Choice process.
Responds to assignment-related inquiries and requests from schools and staff regarding waitlists, seat capacity, and placement concerns.
Plans and coordinates district registration and community engagement events.
Handles event logistics, including space, equipment, and staffing for enrollment-related activities.
Undertakes special projects as assigned.
5%
Oversees temporary staff or interns for project-based work.
OTHER FUNCTIONS :
May serve on committees and teams.
May perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
May serve as backup to the Enrollment Manager when needed.
RELEVANT COMPETENCIES:
Intellectual Acumen
Is intelligent and capable; deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; is good at learning and deciphering new knowledge; able to assimilate new skills independently.
Demonstrates and is described as someone who is intellectually sharp, agile and capable.
Handles concepts and complexity comfortably.
Demonstrates the ability to comfortably shift thinking on a dime.
Dealing with Ambiguity
Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Responds quickly to change and comfortably considers new approaches.
Operates well in situations when consequences of actions and decisions are unclear.
Switches strategies or approach if current ones are not working.
Written Communications
Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that instigate appropriate actions.
Organizes and presents information in writing in a clear and convincing manner.
Uses appropriate writing style and tailors writing to meet the needs of the audience.
Uses correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Timely Decision Making
Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; thinks well on his or her feet.
Makes timely and sound decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment.
Takes appropriate action that is consistent with available facts, time constraints and possible outcomes.
Takes calculated risks.
Takes responsibility for decisions.
Organizational Agility
Knowledgeable about how organizations work; gets things done both through formal and informal channels; effectively maneuvers through complex political situations.
Understands the interests, motivations and agendas of others.
Uses the “informal” channels to get things done without creating problems with the “formal” channels.
Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how actions may impact stakeholders.
Makes comments that move the group or situations towards a productive outcome.
DISTRICT-WIDE CORE COMPETENCIES:
Collaboration
Develops cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties.
Is seen as a team player who encourages efficient and effective collaborations.
Works skillfully in difficult situations with both internal and external groups.
Represents his/her own interests while being open-minded to other groups.
Builds respectful and productive relationships internally and externally.
Getting Results (Action Oriented)
Performs work with energy and drive; values planning, but will take quick, decisive action when an opportunity presents itself.
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done.
Focuses on achieving the goal even in the face of obstacles.
Assumes responsibility for starting and finishing work with minimal supervision.
Strives for new levels of performance.
Decision Quality & Problem Solving
Uses analysis, wisdom, experience and logical methods to make good decisions and solve difficult problems with effective solutions; appropriately incorporates multiple inputs to establish shared ownership and effective action.
Weighs the consequences of options before making a decision.
Applies appropriate criteria to situations for the purpose of making decisions.
Displays self-confidence in own judgment.
Focuses in the facts and solutions instead of opinions and problems.
Integrity
Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; presents truthful information in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
Deals with people and situations in an honest and forthright manner.
Represents information and data accurately and completely.
Represents the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others.
Takes ownership if a mistake is their own and does not blame others.
Accountability
Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely and cost-effective results; determines objectives, sets priorities and delegates work; accepts responsibility for mistakes; complies with established control systems and rules.
Takes responsibility and action as if the risks (financial or otherwise) are his or her own.
Holds individuals and team accountable for their actions and results.
Initiates action even if outcome is uncertain and is willing to accept the consequences of failure.
Aligns own activities and priorities to meet broader organizational needs.
Demonstrates courage and confidence in his or her own ability.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to interpret District policies and procedures and to analyze data.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to relate effectively with students, parents, staff and the public in a multi-cultural environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and has experience working in an environment with shared servers.
Possess excellent writing and editing skills.
Able to interpret and integrate complex State and Federal guidelines with the District’s assignment plan and enrollment guidelines.
Maintains confidentiality and integrity of highly sensitive information.
Has ability to remain calm in stressful situations and with conflict.
DESIRED:
Experience working in a K-12 Educational environment.
Experience in technical writing, editing, and form design.
Experience in project management.
Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau or similar platforms.
Typical Qualifications
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Three (3) years of work experience with strong focus on analysis, research, evaluation, writing and planning; Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business or Public Policy; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work will be considered.
CLEARANCES:
Criminal Justice fingerprinting and background check.
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Title: Associate – Litigation Practice Group
Company: Nukk Freeman & Cerra
Location: San Diego, CA
