Chief Student And School Support Officer

Job Title:
Chief Student & School Support Officer

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Reports to:
Superintendent

Pay Grade:
Admin Pay 11

Dept. /School:
Central Administration Office

Days: 227

Supervises:
Direct Reports and Support Staff

Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for all district wide student and school support systems to ensure access to services, high-quality programming, and improved student outcomes. Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of systems that support student success, compliance, campus effectiveness, and alignment to the Superintendent’s vision and the district’s strategic goals. Serve as a key member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet to ensure cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and coherent service delivery across the district.

• Education/Certification:
  • Master’s Degree (required)
  • Principal Certification (required)
  • Superintendent Certification (preferred)
• Special Knowledge
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing student services, special populations, and public education
  • Ability to evaluate programs, personnel, and organizational systems
  • Strong financial oversight and budget management skills
  • Expertise in systems thinking, strategic planning, and continuous improvement
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and consensus-building ability
  • High-level leadership, team development, and organizational management skills
• Experience:
  • Minimum of five (5) years of successful classroom experience
  • Minimum of five (5) years in instructional or district-level leadership roles
  • Other alternatives as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent

• Provide executive oversight for the Student & School Support Division, ensuring coherence, effectiveness, and alignment with district strategic priorities.
• Lead strategic planning efforts for all departments within the division.
• Establish measurable performance standards aligned with district goals.
• Use data and needs assessments to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate division initiatives with other Cabinet-level leaders to ensure cross-functional alignment.
• Guide services supporting special populations and ensure smooth feeder-pattern transitions.
• Participate in district-level goal setting and performance monitoring.

• Provide direct leadership and supervision for the following departments and programs:
• Guidance & Counseling
• Nursing & Health Services
• Special Education
• Section 504 & Dyslexia Services
• Teen Parent Related Services
• Choice Schools
• Office of Admissions, Transfers, and Affidavits
• Community Outreach Center
• Employee Childcare Center
• SB 1882 In-District Charter Partnerships
• Responsibilities include:
• Ensuring program quality, effectiveness, and compliance
• Aligning services across campuses for consistency and equity
• Developing and maintaining clear operating procedures
• Conducting systematic program reviews and evaluations
• Leading implementation of research-based best practices

• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local laws and Board policies related to assigned departments
• Oversee required compliance documentation and monitoring systems.
• Prepare and present required reports to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees.
• Attend Board meetings as required and provide subject‑matter expertise.
• Maintain proactive awareness of legislative changes impacting student services

• Develop and administer division budgets.
• Ensure cost-effectiveness and responsible stewardship of district resources.
• Prepare budget proposals aligned with strategic priorities.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal compliance.
• Allocate personnel and material resources to maximize program effectiveness.

• Supervise and evaluate executive directors and assigned staff.
• Recruit, select, assign, and retain highly qualified personnel.
• Develop leadership…