27 - Executive Director of Student Services

About the role

The Executive Director of Intervention and Student Support Services is responsible for directing the planning, organization, development, coordination, and monitoring of programs and projects pertaining to district-wide implementation of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), in alignment and in compliance with state and federal student services law. Assist in developing, recommending, implementing, and evaluating all student support services and programs, including student supports.

Responsibilities

• Manage, provide leadership, and oversee a wide variety of program components (i.e. student support services, MTSS, counseling and guidance, prevention programs, truancy prevention, student transfer processes, discipline, student enrollment and records, school safety, student wellness, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services which conform to the district's strategic plan, established guidelines and regulations.
• Monitor student attendance and support programs (i.e. student discipline, suspensions, expulsions, student and parent complaints, attendance, transfers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that services comply with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Provide leadership in developing comprehensive program plans and ensure the implementation and evaluation of district-wide MTSS.
• Administer administrative guidance and ensure compliance with Board policy and state/federal regulations and statutes.
• Develop and implement Board Policies for student services and student intervention.
• Attend Board of Education meetings, plan and present information to the Board as requested by the assistant superintendent, supervisor and/or superintendent.
• Serve as a team member on the Superintendent's Cabinet and actively participate in district-wide planning, development, and evaluation to support school development; align resources to meet the District's goals.
• Support principals to address parental concerns in coordination with school supervisors.
• Represent the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Services in performance of duties.
• Work cooperatively with other districts, county office and community agencies in providing for the needs for students.
• Aid in personnel functions (such as interviewing, evaluating, supervising, counseling, training, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of assigned employees, and achieving objectives within budget.
• Lead data-driven discussions and decision making structures.
• Identify leadership potential in school/district personnel and collaborate leadership pipeline efforts with cabinet members of the superintendent.
• Keep informed of all legislative and Colorado Department of Education requirements pertaining to the scope of job functions and duties.

Qualifications

• Colorado Principal License within 60 days from date of hire.
• Master's degree in Education related field.
• Three (3) years of successful building level and/or central administration experience.
• Five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Preferred previous experience in District level administration.
• Skills and knowledge include:
• Planning, organizing, and directing a comprehensive support services program aimed at preparing every student for success through implementation of MTSS, including community schools.
• Representing the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Services in performance of duties.
• Leading improvement efforts toward identified instructional targets by motivating and mentoring building-level administrators and facilitating systemic change strategies, with an emphasis on progressive educational practices.
• Working collaboratively with the school supervisors and cabinet members regarding school leadership and effective schools.
• Experience in supervision of and contribution to the performance evaluation of school leaders.
• Knowledge of management, accounting, interpersonal relations, program evaluation, leadership development, school improvement, budget management, negotiation, and technology use.
• Consensus building and conflict resolution.
• Managing projects, providing leadership and direction towards a common objective.
• Developing and administering department goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Collecting and interpreting complex information to analyze a problem, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Presenting technical information and data in an effective manner and preparing complex financial statements, reports, and analysis.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with school communities, staff, board members, committee members, public officials, and the general public.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive support services program aimed at preparing every student for success through implementation of MTSS, including community schools.
• Ability to represent the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Services in performance of duties.
• Ability to lead improvement efforts toward identified instructional targets by motivating and mentoring building-level administrators and facilitating systemic change strategies, with an emphasis on progressive educational practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the school supervisors and cabinet members regarding school leadership and effective schools.
• Experience in supervision of and contribution to the performance evaluation of school leaders.
• Knowledge of management, accounting, interpersonal relations, program evaluation, leadership development, school improvement, budget management, negotiation, and technology use.
• Consensus building and conflict resolution.
• Management of projects, providing leadership and direction towards a common objective.
• Development and administration of department goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Research, analysis, and evaluation of new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Collection and interpretation of complex information to analyze problems, identify alternatives, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Effective communication and presentation of technical information and data in various formats.
• Establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships with diverse groups.