Executive Director of Student Support Services; C101-2627

POSITION

Executive Director of Student Support Services

Superintendent of Schools and CEO or designee

The Executive Director of Student Support Services leads, develops, and evaluates a comprehensive program of student services — encompassing pupil personnel, school psychology, school counseling, school health, and school safety. This role drives district-wide school climate and culture initiatives, including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Restorative Practices, Social Emotional Learning, and Trauma-Informed Instruction.

The Executive Director plays a key leadership role in developing, implementing, and sustaining a Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Additional areas of oversight include: home instruction, residency and international student admissions, alternative programs, psychological records, child abuse and neglect reporting, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Title IX, and the McKinney‑Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act.

This position carries responsibility for budget planning, policy and procedure development, hiring and evaluation, professional development, long‑range program planning, and the supervision and evaluation of student services staff.

• Leads, communicates, and implements programs that support student health, wellbeing, and positive school cultures and climate
• Responds to principal and school staff needs related to crisis intervention, policy and procedural clarification, and the prevention of violence through mediation and problem solving
• Analyzes school climate, student discipline, and attendance data to make informed, equitable, and timely decisions
• Supports principals and school staff in identifying and securing appropriate programs and resources for students

• Assesses systemic needs and develops programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, Board policies, and regulations
• Advises administrators and staff on the legal obligations of the district and the rights of students and families under applicable programs and legal authorities
• Serves as the Title IX Coordinator for student matters; provides updated guidance on Title IX implementation and compliance, and coordinates remedial actions when necessary
• Participates in the development and implementation of the district's sexual harassment policy and related staff development
• Serves as a resource to the Superintendent on Title IX and gender equity matters; monitors compliance and makes recommendations for improvement
• Coordinates investigations of parent or student complaints (including sexual harassment and discrimination) in partnership with administration and human resources
• Coordinates services and resources related to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Oversees coordination of the McKinney‑Vento Program for students experiencing homelessness and the district's Alternative Education Programs
• Directs the student disciplinary hearing process, including expulsions

• Collaborates with student services staff to support school personnel in addressing the personal, social, and emotional barriers that prevent academic success
• Monitors academic milestones including attendance and truancy, disciplinary actions, dropout rates, child abuse and neglect reporting, parental involvement, residency compliance, Section 504 issues, homelessness, and disproportionate disciplinary outcomes for Black and Hispanic students
• Provides staff development to identify, address, and eliminate disproportionate disciplinary and academic outcomes for students of color
• Supports the monitoring and implementation of equitable, data‑driven practices across all student services functions
• Collaborates with agencies and community partners to support student welfare, safety, and academic success

• Directs the work of pupil personnel workers, school psychologists, school social workers, school counselors, safety advocates, and school nurses, with a focus on increasing student achievement and improving school climate
• Participates as needed in the hiring of school…