Director, Student Support Services

DeKalb County School District
Position Specification
Title: Director, Student Support Services

 DIVISION: Student Support and Intervention                                                                    GRADE: 132
 DEPARTMENT: Student Support Services                                                                          WORK DAYS: 246
 REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent, SS & I                                                                     FLSA STATUS: Exempt
 RETIREMENT: Teachers Retirement System                                                                        APPROVED (HR): November 1, 2021


                                                                 General Statement of Job
Under general direction, supervises and assists in the development of student support programs and
procedures, provides guidance to school district administrators, coordinates various prevention
programs and services to support students, parents and community by addressing cognitive, social,
emotional, health, and safety of all students to maximize student achievement. Monitors the related
day-to-day operations, regulations, and requirements of student support programs.

                                                      Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not
exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Other duties may be required and assigned.


              Manages the coordination of intervention for students and the implementation of mental
               health/wraparound support efforts for the district
              Provides technical assistance to administrators and teachers by participating in
               conferences, professional learning opportunities and parent meetings
              Coordinates professional learning opportunities for Student Support personnel
              Supervises Coordinators/Lead Personnel of Student Support Programs (school counseling,
               school social work, student health services, school psychology and after school extended
               day programs)
              Prepares and monitors program budgets and daily operations of Student Support
               programs for compliance with established federal, state and school system regulations
               and procedures
              Recommends new/revised guidelines to comply with federal and state guidelines and to
               enhance instruction and student success
              Performs other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience
Master’s Degree in Education, School Counseling, School Social Work, Education Administration,
closely related area is required.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.

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Minimum five (5) years of managerial/supervisory experience in school administration, student
support (counseling, social work, and school psychology) or closely related experience is required.


Certificates, Licenses, Permits:
Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at
level L-5, NL-5, PL-6 or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6 or above certificate is not held, the
individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of organizational and department planning and operational procedures; the organization
of specific assigned area; budgeting and spending, labor issues and efficiencies, all relevant federal,
state, and local laws and regulations attendant to public education; DCSS policies and procedures;
manpower and facilities requirement forecasting; all relevant available public and private resources
and services, including but not limited to human services; curriculum guidelines for the school system
and state requirements, including but not limited to requirements for alternative education and
English Language Learners programs; and pupil personnel services requirements
Skill in oral, written and interpersonal communication; coordinating and collaborating with federal,
state, regional and local organizations and departments to establish and execute responsibilities;
administration and management skills gained through increasingly responsible management
positions; recruiting, training and motivating employees; analytical processing; leading change
process in a large, complex, diverse organization; negotiation, diplomacy and public relations
Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service
organization; establish objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities
among employees; develop and understand financial and/or operating reports; maintain confidential
information; use relevant computer applications; prioritize assignments; delegate; and manage
multiple assignments simultaneously


ADA Requirements:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force
frequently or constantly to lift carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are
required only occasionally and all sedentary criteria are met.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the
whole hand or arm as in handling.
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. One must have the ability to
convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication; and to make fine
discrimination in sounds, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts with or without
correction.

Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.

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Vision: The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Acuity (near and far vision), depth
perception (three dimensional vision), accommodation (adjustment of lens to eye to bring an object
into sharp focus), field of vision (area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes
are fixed on a given point) and color vision (ability to distinguish and identify colors) are required
factors.
Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.


Performance Factors:
Interaction with Others: Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are
not characterized by high levels of hostility, social withdrawal or failure to communicate. Ability to
be flexible in situations relative to daily routines. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences
among diverse populations.
Concentration: Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent
distractions. Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli. Ability to
manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
Stressful Circumstances: Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are
presented. Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions
are given relative to a project that may be in process. Ability to maintain composure and not
compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding or otherwise less
than polite.
Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given procedure directions
relative to works steps or the final project.
Decision Making: Ability to make appropriate business decisions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to establish priorities; simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and
deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
Attention to Detail: Ability to recognize errors or layout features that detract from the physical
attractiveness or accuracy of a work product.
Public Contact: Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing,
with superiors, colleagues, and other individuals within and external to the school district. Ability to
demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working
relationships.
Attendance and Dependability: Ability to be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time
and to seldom be absent from work. Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to
be conscientious about work performance.




Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification, the current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources
will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify, alter or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.

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