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Chief College Officer
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Description About Noble
Noble is Chicago’s highest‑performing and largest network of public charter schools. Our 17 campuses and 1,680 employees currently serve 12,000 students, 99% of whom identify as persons of color, 90% of whom are from under‑resourced communities, and 81% of whom are first‑generation college attendees. Noble’s mission is to ensure that all students have equitable and positive school experiences that equip them to complete college and lead choice‑filled lives.
We are proud to be recognized nationally for college access and persistence. Noble supports more than 31,000 alumni, with 99% of Noble students accepted into college and historically almost 90% choosing to enroll.
The Role Through high‑impact leadership, the Chief College Officer (CCO) will ensure Noble is the most successful high school system in the country at accelerating the rate alumni complete college and enter careers of their choice. The CCO sets the vision and strategy for Noble’s college team, reports directly to the CEO and serves as a peer and collaborator to other chiefs. Additionally, the CCO will serve as a leader in the national education community, collaborating with a national network of practitioners and sharing Noble’s practices for the benefit of districts and students across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Noble’s College Team – a cross‑functional team of ~25 central office staff who work to ensure campus leaders are fully positioned to deliver on Noble’s commitment to college.
Align the work of the College Team with Noble’s three‑year strategic plan, drive the execution of key performance goals, relentlessly monitor progress, interrogate results, and make data‑driven adjustments to keep Noble on course and on pace to achieve our ambitious strategic objectives.
Uphold Noble’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring these principles are integrated into decision‑making, policies, and practices in ways that best serve our diverse community of students and staff.
Manage the following directors and functions:
The Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships – strengthens the college‑to‑career transition by providing alumni and students with the experiences, skills, and networks needed to launch into meaningful, high‑quality careers—including pathways within Noble. This director also leads cross‑functional partnership strategy, aligning the college team’s efforts to maximize the impact of external stakeholders on student outcomes.
The Senior Director of College Analytics and Insights – responsible for the production, dissemination, and maintenance of key data analytic products that support college counseling, alumni counseling, Summer of a Lifetime, and Alumni Careers functions. Also supports and coaches campus leaders toward reaching major college goals in the Six Commitments, leading the Alumni Supports team to strengthen HS‑to‑College transition and support college matriculation, retention, and persistence.
The Senior Director of College Counseling – sets the foundation for Noble’s college strategy by directing staff to guide students to make informed, future‑oriented decisions through comprehensive college counseling, aligned curriculum, career exploration, and inclusive supports.
The Executive Director of Summer of a Lifetime – provides and funds transformative pre‑college experiences that expand students’ aspirations, readiness, and access through strategic exposure, collaboration, and partnerships.
Remain current with the latest trends and research on college completion to ensure Noble has the right policies and approaches to meet strategic goals.
Share knowledge and expertise across Noble on topics relating to college completion and career success; advise principals and other senior leaders, and present to large and small groups of Noble staff.
Represent Noble in the local and national community of funders and practitioners focused on helping first‑generation college students succeed in college and life.
Represent Noble with external stakeholders—including board members, Chicago Public Schools leadership, policymakers, donors, and community leaders—by leveraging exceptional communication, relationship‑building, and strategic influence skills to advance the mission and strengthen strategic partnerships.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
An unwavering commitment to Noble’s theory of change and mission to prepare students for college success, with a firm belief in the potential of every student.
A proven record of executive leadership and measurable results in alignment with the Chief College Officer’s core functions.
Strong embodiment of Noble’s core values: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion; Follow‑Through; Humility & Self‑Awareness; Respect; and Results.
Demonstrated success aligned with Noble’s leadership & management frameworks, including the ability to manage high‑performing leaders in a data‑driven, results‑oriented environment.
Data‑driven decision‑making – skill in analyzing and applying data to identify trends, inform strategy, and drive continuous improvement.
The ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and build trust with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders including Noble leaders, students, staff, families, government officials, board members, community members, and donors.
The capacity to sustain excellence, and drive strategic innovation, while leading large, complex functions, navigating challenges with clarity, urgency, and decisiveness.
Exceptional communication skills – able to write with clarity and impact, speak persuasively to large groups, and present effectively to diverse audiences, from students and staff to board members and external partners.
Minimum Candidate Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; strong preference for an advanced degree in education, organizational leadership, or a related field.
At least four years of senior leadership in the education sector, including substantial experience in a 6‑12 school setting.
Proven record of leading large, complex teams to achieve ambitious goals in a multi‑site organization.
Compensation We strive to be among the best places to work in education, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Compensation is commensurate with experience and initial compensation falls between $180,000 and $200,000 per year.
Application Timeline & Process Applicants are encouraged to complete the short application, which includes three short‑answer questions. Initial application reviews will take place on a rolling basis. Application will close on January 30, 2025.
Select candidates will be notified of initial interviews and moved through various stages of our selection process. This process is expected to include virtual and in‑person interviews with a variety of Noble stakeholders, reference checks, and time for both the candidate and Noble to deeply consider a decision. Please direct inquiries about this role to
[email protected] .
Statement of Non‑Discrimination Noble is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.
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Chief College Officer
role at
Noble Schools
Description About Noble
Noble is Chicago’s highest‑performing and largest network of public charter schools. Our 17 campuses and 1,680 employees currently serve 12,000 students, 99% of whom identify as persons of color, 90% of whom are from under‑resourced communities, and 81% of whom are first‑generation college attendees. Noble’s mission is to ensure that all students have equitable and positive school experiences that equip them to complete college and lead choice‑filled lives.
We are proud to be recognized nationally for college access and persistence. Noble supports more than 31,000 alumni, with 99% of Noble students accepted into college and historically almost 90% choosing to enroll.
The Role Through high‑impact leadership, the Chief College Officer (CCO) will ensure Noble is the most successful high school system in the country at accelerating the rate alumni complete college and enter careers of their choice. The CCO sets the vision and strategy for Noble’s college team, reports directly to the CEO and serves as a peer and collaborator to other chiefs. Additionally, the CCO will serve as a leader in the national education community, collaborating with a national network of practitioners and sharing Noble’s practices for the benefit of districts and students across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Noble’s College Team – a cross‑functional team of ~25 central office staff who work to ensure campus leaders are fully positioned to deliver on Noble’s commitment to college.
Align the work of the College Team with Noble’s three‑year strategic plan, drive the execution of key performance goals, relentlessly monitor progress, interrogate results, and make data‑driven adjustments to keep Noble on course and on pace to achieve our ambitious strategic objectives.
Uphold Noble’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring these principles are integrated into decision‑making, policies, and practices in ways that best serve our diverse community of students and staff.
Manage the following directors and functions:
The Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships – strengthens the college‑to‑career transition by providing alumni and students with the experiences, skills, and networks needed to launch into meaningful, high‑quality careers—including pathways within Noble. This director also leads cross‑functional partnership strategy, aligning the college team’s efforts to maximize the impact of external stakeholders on student outcomes.
The Senior Director of College Analytics and Insights – responsible for the production, dissemination, and maintenance of key data analytic products that support college counseling, alumni counseling, Summer of a Lifetime, and Alumni Careers functions. Also supports and coaches campus leaders toward reaching major college goals in the Six Commitments, leading the Alumni Supports team to strengthen HS‑to‑College transition and support college matriculation, retention, and persistence.
The Senior Director of College Counseling – sets the foundation for Noble’s college strategy by directing staff to guide students to make informed, future‑oriented decisions through comprehensive college counseling, aligned curriculum, career exploration, and inclusive supports.
The Executive Director of Summer of a Lifetime – provides and funds transformative pre‑college experiences that expand students’ aspirations, readiness, and access through strategic exposure, collaboration, and partnerships.
Remain current with the latest trends and research on college completion to ensure Noble has the right policies and approaches to meet strategic goals.
Share knowledge and expertise across Noble on topics relating to college completion and career success; advise principals and other senior leaders, and present to large and small groups of Noble staff.
Represent Noble in the local and national community of funders and practitioners focused on helping first‑generation college students succeed in college and life.
Represent Noble with external stakeholders—including board members, Chicago Public Schools leadership, policymakers, donors, and community leaders—by leveraging exceptional communication, relationship‑building, and strategic influence skills to advance the mission and strengthen strategic partnerships.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
An unwavering commitment to Noble’s theory of change and mission to prepare students for college success, with a firm belief in the potential of every student.
A proven record of executive leadership and measurable results in alignment with the Chief College Officer’s core functions.
Strong embodiment of Noble’s core values: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion; Follow‑Through; Humility & Self‑Awareness; Respect; and Results.
Demonstrated success aligned with Noble’s leadership & management frameworks, including the ability to manage high‑performing leaders in a data‑driven, results‑oriented environment.
Data‑driven decision‑making – skill in analyzing and applying data to identify trends, inform strategy, and drive continuous improvement.
The ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and build trust with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders including Noble leaders, students, staff, families, government officials, board members, community members, and donors.
The capacity to sustain excellence, and drive strategic innovation, while leading large, complex functions, navigating challenges with clarity, urgency, and decisiveness.
Exceptional communication skills – able to write with clarity and impact, speak persuasively to large groups, and present effectively to diverse audiences, from students and staff to board members and external partners.
Minimum Candidate Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; strong preference for an advanced degree in education, organizational leadership, or a related field.
At least four years of senior leadership in the education sector, including substantial experience in a 6‑12 school setting.
Proven record of leading large, complex teams to achieve ambitious goals in a multi‑site organization.
Compensation We strive to be among the best places to work in education, and our employee benefits are thoughtfully designed to support us in this ambition. Compensation is commensurate with experience and initial compensation falls between $180,000 and $200,000 per year.
Application Timeline & Process Applicants are encouraged to complete the short application, which includes three short‑answer questions. Initial application reviews will take place on a rolling basis. Application will close on January 30, 2025.
Select candidates will be notified of initial interviews and moved through various stages of our selection process. This process is expected to include virtual and in‑person interviews with a variety of Noble stakeholders, reference checks, and time for both the candidate and Noble to deeply consider a decision. Please direct inquiries about this role to
[email protected] .
Statement of Non‑Discrimination Noble is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.
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