POSITION SUMMARY:
Plans, directs, and controls activities to achieve or exceed objectives in assigned areas of responsibility, including Special Education, Multilingual Services and Health Services. Providing supervision to the Departments of Special Education, Multilingual Services, Health Services and Federal Programs.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Direct staff in the development, management, and articulation of special education, multilingual services, and health services.
- Develop and manage the budgets for those programs under the direction of this position.
- Prepare recommendations for new programs, program changes, facilities, staffing, equipment, and financing in all program areas under the direction of this position.
- Prepare an annual plan and report that summarizes student participation, financing, and other related information relative to the programs under the supervision of this position.
- Provide specific program evaluations that assist administration in the evaluation of program effectiveness and cost/benefit in those areas under the supervision of this position.
- Represent the district and serve as a liaison with the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE); keep district administration aware of changes, funding, accounting, reporting, evaluation, and staff certification; monitor changes in Federal, State, and local legislation and guidelines affective areas under the supervision of this position.
- Ensure claims, complaints, grievances, and inquiries are handled promptly and appropriately.
- Work cooperatively with other departments and agencies so that the needs and welfare of district students are met.
- Support the district’s strategic plan and the development of department improvement plans.
Staff Development:
- Delegate duties, responsibilities, and authority to make maximum use of experience and skills.
- Provide or encourage participation in staff development opportunities for various roles and jobs to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel.
- Conduct appropriate job searches for qualified candidates for vacancies in the programs under the supervision of this position.
- Participate in annual review/evaluation of new hires in cooperation with building and school administration.
- Make recommendations for retention of new employees.
- Participate in district-level leadership activities and committees.
Personal Development:
- Keep current with laws, trends, materials, and methods in programs under the supervision of this position.
- Attend meetings, conventions, conferences, and events that will contribute to an awareness and understanding of changes and new procedures in the programs under the supervision of this position.
Public Relations Development:
- Promote public awareness and understanding of the programs under the supervision of this program.
- Invite public participation through publications, presentations, news releases, and the use of advisory committees.
- Other duties as assigned.