Federal Compliance Specialist

Federal Compliance Specialist 2026‑2027

Position Title: Federal Compliance Specialist

Department: Special Services

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

• Two‑year degree; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Prior office experience preferred.

Must have current government issued identification.

8 Hours/190 Days. Support Staff Salary Schedule (Grade
9).

Under general supervision this position is responsible for administrative support of the special education system and 504s within the school site. Works directly with school personnel in special education and 504 matters such as scheduling meetings, referrals/testing, follow‑up meetings, and new student placement. Ensures that the special education and 504 processes run in an efficient and accurate manner and that the related paperwork is in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
• Compiles and transmits to the district office copies of the due process forms with all related paperwork for IEP and 504 meetings.
• Receives referral paperwork to compile due process packets for initial referrals for special education and 504s.
• Compiles and maintains original special education and 504 student files and all related information.
• Serves as liaison between parents of special education and 504 students and school staff in matters relating to special education and 504s.
• Using the mandated special education and 504 computer system, maintains current databases on all special education and 504 students. This is essential for district office and school reporting.
• Schedules all special education IEP and 504 meetings inviting key personnel as required by state and federally mandated law for each particular disability of students. Coordinates and compiles the paperwork required for each specific meeting as mandated by state and federal law.
• Requests medical information, schedules clinics for preschoolers (if applicable), and keeps records of all referrals for testing from psychologists.
• Assists the occupational therapist, physical therapist, vision impaired teacher, hearing impaired teacher, and school nurse with data on students.
• Works with outside agencies such as the Department of Mental Health, Department of Social Services, etc. as needed.
• Monitors all special education and 504 paperwork for compliance with state and federal mandated laws.
• Maintains class list/caseloads for special education and 504 students. Maintains detailed records of meetings on each student.
• Maintains special education and 504 paperwork.
• Effectively uses personal technology devices and software applications for the management of pertinent information and communication.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

No direct budgetary responsibility.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One Board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation. Personal computer experience required. Strong knowledge of word processing, e‑mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.

Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral…