| Summary Description: Under the direction of the Director of Student Conduct and Appeals, the Coordinator 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, graduation, and other appeal investigations and provides guidance/feedback to other hearing officers. This role assists the Director of Student Conduct and Appeals in structuring and facilitating student hearings, ensures alignment with MCPS policies and state/federal regulations, and works closely with schools, central offices, and community partners to promote a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning environment. Works with the director to monitor office workflow; help review appeal reports; collaborate with 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. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholder groups, internal and external, while using data to guide decision-making and develop proactive strategies. Serves as acting director as needed.
Physical Demands: None.
Special Requirements: Limited evening or weekend work may be required.
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Knowledge, Skills, 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. Must be able to obtain knowledge of and apply the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals Administrative and Supervisory Professional Growth System. |
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Education Training Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any of the following areas: general education, special education, or school administration, psychology, social work or criminal justice. Master’s degree preferred. At least five years of school related experiences and/or similar related experiences of supporting schools, students, and/or families. Experience with appeals, hearings and/or conducting investigations highly preferred. 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 License: None |
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Example Duties: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 Division of School Leadership 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 Student Conduct and Appeals in collaborating with staff, reviewing cases with hearing officers, and managing office workflow. Serves as acting director as needed. 8. Represents the Division of Equity and Organizational Systems 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. 16. Assists the Director of Student Conduct and Appeals in structuring and facilitating student hearings. 17. Maintains knowledge of current Board of Education policies; state and federal laws and MCPS regulations to ensure compliance of all hearing and appeal processes. 18. Works closely with schools, central offices, and community partners through supportive measures such as but not limited to training, collaboration, and communication in order to promote a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning environment. 19. Performs other duties as appropriate to the position. |
