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New Role Proposal Template for Alpha Schools

Purpose​

This template provides a structured format for proposing new roles at Alpha Schools. Before proposing a specific candidate, it's essential to clearly define the role they would fill, especially if it's a newly created position. This process helps ensure alignment with Alpha's mission and organizational needs.

Role Overview​

Role Title​

Provide a clear, descriptive title for the proposed role

Department/Team Placement​

Identify which department or team this role would be part of, or specify if it represents a new department

Reporting Structure​

Define who this role reports to and who (if anyone) would report to this role

Strategic Justification​

Current Gap or Opportunity​

Describe the specific challenge or opportunity this role would address

  • What problems exist that aren't being solved by current roles?
  • What opportunities are we missing due to lack of capacity or expertise?
  • How is Alpha Schools currently suffering from not having this role?

Alignment with Alpha's Mission​

Explain how this role directly contributes to Alpha's mission of cultivating world-changing leaders

  • How does this role advance our educational philosophy?
  • How will it improve student outcomes or experiences?
  • How does it connect to the broader Alpha vision?

Impact on Student Experience​

Detail how this role would positively affect the student experience

  • Direct interactions with students (if applicable)
  • Improvements to systems, processes, or resources students rely on
  • Ways this role would enhance learning, project development, or community

Role Definition​

Key Responsibilities​

List the primary duties and responsibilities of this role (5-7 key areas) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Success Metrics​

Define how performance in this role would be measured

  • Specific outcomes, deliverables, or KPIs
  • Timeline for expected results
  • How these metrics connect to overall Alpha success metrics

Required Skills and Experience​

Detail the essential qualifications needed for success in this role

  • Technical skills
  • Soft skills and practical intelligence indicators
  • Experience requirements
  • AI literacy and integration capabilities
  • Other specialized knowledge or certifications

Interface with AI Systems​

Describe how this role would interact with and leverage AI

  • AI tools and systems this role would use
  • How AI would augment (not replace) this role
  • Skills needed to effectively collaborate with AI

Implementation Details​

Budget Implications​

Outline the financial requirements for this role

  • Proposed salary range
  • Other compensation considerations
  • Additional expenses related to the role (equipment, tools, workspace, etc.)

Timeline​

Provide a projected timeline

  • When the role should ideally be filled
  • Critical milestones in the first 90/180/365 days
  • Any seasonal or cyclical considerations

Trial Implementation​

Describe how this role could be tested before full commitment

  • 30/60/90 day trial parameters
  • Key deliverables for the trial period
  • Evaluation process at the end of the trial

Integration with Existing Structure​

Collaboration Points​

Identify key interfaces with existing roles and departments

  • Primary collaboration partners
  • Coordination requirements
  • Potential overlaps or redundancies to manage

Process Changes​

Describe any process modifications needed to accommodate this role

  • New workflows or procedures
  • Changes to existing processes
  • Required communication structures

Future Vision​

Scalability​

Explain how this role might evolve as Alpha expands

  • Potential future responsibilities
  • How the role might grow or multiply across locations
  • Long-term strategic importance

Measurement of Success​

Define how you will know if creating this role was successful

  • Specific outcomes that would indicate success
  • Timeline for evaluation
  • Process for determining whether to continue, modify, or eliminate the role

Additional Considerations​

Potential Candidates​

Optionally, list any potential candidates already identified

  • Names and brief qualifications
  • Whether they are internal or external
  • Current availability status

Alternatives Considered​

Discuss alternatives to creating this role

  • Redistribution of responsibilities to existing roles
  • Outsourcing or contractual arrangements
  • Technology solutions that could address the need
  • Why these alternatives are insufficient

Submission Details​

Proposed by: [Your Name]
Date: [Date]
Supporting Documentation: [List any attachments or references]