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Board presses administration on long‑term vacancies and proposed reclassifications

Pittsburgh Public Schools Board (agenda review) · December 11, 2025
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Summary

Directors pressed administration on multiple central‑office and maintenance vacancies noted as open since 2021; Alexis Howard described planned reclassifications and Mike McNamara said the district has relied on overtime and contractors while recruiting.

Directors used the Dec. 10 agenda‑review meeting to press administration for details about long‑term vacancies and proposed reclassifications in central offices and maintenance departments.

Director Talifaro noted several positions marked vacant since 2021 and asked whether roles should remain in the 2026 budget if recruitment is unlikely within a year. Alexis Howard, who identified herself as "Alexis Howard, director of talent management," said the highlighted positions on the vacancy spreadsheet…

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