MSSD Area Director Area 2

MSSD Area Director, Department of Elementary & Secondary Education - Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled

Salary: $76,848

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

What you’ll do:

• Supervises efforts directed toward compliance with administrative aspects of applicable federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to personnel, physical plant, transportation, fiscal management, etc.
• Supervises area wide collection of data and production of required reports associated with pupil attendance, budgetary activities, staff needs, etc.
• Supervises and provides appropriate direction to a designated number of state school building administrators.
• Supervises recruitment efforts and formulates recommendations of employment and/or termination of personnel.
• Supervises the job performance appraisal of area staff according to established guidelines.
• Assures confidentiality of information related to parents, students, and staff is maintained in all area operations.
• Facilitates effective team working relationships.
• Makes regular visits to state schools to provide direction and assess quality and effectiveness of administrative/supervisory services provides by the building administrators.
• Travel (with overnight stays) is required of employee in a state-owned vehicle or one’s own private vehicle. Mileage and other travel expenses will be reimbursed at approved rates.
• Promotes treating of all persons with respect and dignity.

All you need for success:

• Master’s degree in school administration or special education. Such degree must be from an accredited college or university.
• Five years successful experience in a supervisory position in an education setting. Supervisory experience in special education is preferred.
• Missouri Certification in School Administration or an area of special education.

*The position requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

(Other qualifications and experience which, in the opinion of the Commissioner of Education, meet the requirements of the position may be accepted in lieu of the above.)

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7 th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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