FTE: Full-time Status: Exempt Terms: 12 months, 8 hours per day, may be greater depending upon the system needs Salary: $95,503 - $119,310 (commensurate with experience) Supervisor: Chief Academic Officer Start Date: No later than July 1, 2025 Application Deadline: Open until filled; priority is given to applications received by January 12, 2025.

Position Overview: The Director of Student Services oversees the planning, coordination, and management of all student service programs for Garrett County Public Schools.

Qualifications:

• Hold a masters degree in counseling, social work, psychology, education, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of teaching or related experience (e.g., counseling, pupil personnel, social work, psychology, or school health).
• Minimum of at least five (5) years of administrative or supervisory experience, preferably in public education.
• Hold a valid Maryland certification/licensure in pupil services, social work, counseling, school psychology, or education.
• Hold a valid Administrator II certification preferred.
• Display strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Maintain flexibility to work beyond standard hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate school-level student services teams.
• Develop and implement policies ensuring compliance with state bylaws.
• Supervise staff and coordinate student services with community resources.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective student services.
• Establish partnerships with agencies and nonprofits.
• Act as a liaison with MSDE and other organizations on student services matters.
• Manage programs such as residency, counseling, psychological services, pupil personnel services, and homeless student support.
• Plan professional development for staff on student services.
• Evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of student services.
• Analyze and report data to improve service delivery.
• Implement Community Schools initiatives aligned with the Blueprint for Marylands Future.
• Serve as system leader for Safe School Act, homelessness, foster care, kinship care, behavioral health, and Title IX coordination.
• Manage staff selection, evaluation, and development.
• Oversee school discipline, crisis intervention, and alternative programming.
• Lead the implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for behavior
• Manage budgets and fiscal resources effectively.
• Participate actively in the Superintendents Leadership Team.
• Travel to State and other meetings as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Total Compensation Benefits: Comprehensive benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, and participation in the Maryland Retirement and Pension Plan, with optional 403(b) contributions. Employees receive paid sick leave, personal days, vacation, and access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources. Questions: If you have questions and require assistance accessing or completing the online application, contact the Office of Human Resources and Employee Relations at 301-334-8904. Accommodation Req