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Coordinator, Division of Appeals

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Coordinator CODE: 0660 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Coordinator, Division of Appeals GRADE: N MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under the direction of the Director, is responsible for overseeing the discipline hearings for students who are suspended and recommended for expulsion. This includes monitoring hearing documentation from schools; conducting hearings; providing guidance to other hearing officers, school administrators and pupil personnel workers as it pertains to policy, legal and procedural issues; and recommending disciplinary outcomes. Conducts Change of School Assignment (COSA), Complaint from the Public, residency, transportation, and other appeal investigations and provides guidance/feedback to other hearing officers. Works with the director to monitor office workflow; help review appeal reports; supervise office staff and TPT hearing officers; analyze data and write related reports; conduct training for school administrators; and serve on central based workgroups and committees. Serves as acting director as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) policies and procedures, including: those related to disciplinary action, and as it pertains to students with disabilities and with Section 504 Plans; due process rights; mandated timelines; and procedural guidelines. Demonstrates strong organizational and managerial skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with staff; administrators; parents; students, and colleagues throughout MCPS. Ability to analyze and report data, using identified trends to inform appeal recommendations. Strong human relations skills, especially when dealing with anxious and upset parents. Ability to adhere to mandated timelines and respond to urgent needs as they arise. This position requires the knowledge and application of the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals Administrative and Supervisory Professional Growth System.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Masters degree from an accredited college or university in any of the following areas: general education, special education, or school administration. At least five years of school based leadership experience with some being at a middle or high school. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in this position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Meets Maryland State certification requirements secondary education and for administrator I.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Limited evening or weekend work may be required.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Works closely with parents, students, schools, and central based staff to identify appropriate interventions and programming for students who are repeatedly suspended, recommended for expulsion, court adjudicated, or unsuccessful in comprehensive school settings.

2. Establishes effective and consistent communication between the school system, and communities for disciplinary procedures and change of school assignments.

3. Collects, monitors, and analyzes data in an effort to increase the academic achievement of all students, primarily African American and Hispanic students.

4. Works collaboratively with the associate superintendent for special education and student services, as well as directors and associate superintendents from Office of School Support and Improvement.

5. Conducts hearings for students suspended for ten days and recommended for expulsion; and prepares related reports, recommendations, and correspondence.

6. Investigates and makes recommendations regarding appeals pertaining to student, transfers, graduation, transportation, athletic waivers, residency, and Complaints from the Public.

7. Assists the Director of the Appeals/Transfer Team in supervising staff, reviewing cases with hearing officers, and managing office workflow. Serves as acting director as needed.

8. Represents the Office of Operations on committees and work groups.

9. Collaborates with county agencies to support students and families.

10. Collaborates with other MCPS central based offices to support the effective and consistent implementation of Restorative Justice; Behavior Threat Assessments; Systemwide Discipline; and the development of MCPS policies and procedures.

11. Plans and delivers training as needed to support the implementation of discipline policies, restorative justice practices and other related policies.

12. Co-chairs monthly Alternative Programs Admission Committee meetings.

13 Acts as a resource to support schools, staff and parents regarding student discipline and dangerous community behavior.

14. Responds to principal, parent, and staff inquiries regarding appeal policies and procedures.

15. Performs other duties as appropriate to the position.
Class Established: 1/2021
Date(s) Revised: 12/2022
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.