Director I (226 Days)

Company: Dallas Independent School District
Location: Dallas
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description - Director I (226 Days) (RTP20250509-007)Job DescriptionDirector I (226 Days) - ( RTP20250509-007 )Description

• Lead the resolution process for state complaints, due process hearings, and Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigations related to special education and Section 504.
• Oversee district-wide compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and state special education mandates, ensuring alignment with legal standards and procedural safeguards.
• Serve as the district's designated liaison with TEA regarding compliance reviews, monitoring activities, and Corrective Action Plans (CAPs).
• Collaborate with legal counsel to prepare district responses, settlements, and documentation related to litigation or complaints.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching to campus administrators, principal supervisors, and special education personnel regarding compliance expectations and best practices.
• Analyze compliance indicators and audit data to identify system gaps, trends, and areas for corrective improvement.
• Develop and lead professional development initiatives to improve district-wide capacity in legal compliance and inclusive practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and systems for tracking, responding to, and reporting on compliance issues and state monitoring outcomes.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex compliance concerns and advise senior leadership on policy or procedural risks.
• Prepares and presents information as requested or needed to communicate key issues/topics to district staff and key stakeholders.Qualifications
  • Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
  • Preferred Master's Degree from an accredited university.
  • Preferred Certification in Special Education or an education related field.
  • Preferred Supervisor and/or Mid- Management Administration Certification.
  • Required 5+years of experience
  • Minimum 5-7 years of leadership experience in special education compliance or legal affairs. Deep knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, ADA, FERPA, and state-specific education regulations. Demonstrated success managing complex.
  • Strong knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, laws, and concepts.
  • Experience working with the Texas Education Agency or other regulatory bodies.
  • Strong data analysis skills related to compliance indicators and monitoring frameworks.
  • Experience in policy development, mediation, and conflict resolution.
  • Ability to lead with diplomacy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, strong work ethics and collaborative work style.
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