Job Description

JobID: 14488

Position Type:

Administration/DIRECTOR

Date Posted:

12/11/2025

Location:

CEE - STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES

Closing Date:

12/19/2025

Director of Student Supports

The Director for Student Supports role requires comprehensive expertise in implementing Arizona Revised Statutes and LEA/PXU policies related to student discipline, conduct, and due process. It involves leading restorative practices, PBIS strategies, and social-emotional programming to foster safe, supportive campus cultures that enhance learning. Responsibilities include managing crisis situations, conducting threat assessments, and guiding campus leaders in applying the Code of Conduct. Strong skills in project management, training facilitation, and team supervision are essential to coordinate layered support systems, disciplinary processes, and annual revisions of conduct policies. The position demands exceptional communication, organizational ability, and professional judgment to handle sensitive matters with confidentiality while promoting best practices that improve school climate and student well-being.

PHOENIX

PXU

UNION

Equal Opportunity Employer

DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT: Various

SALARY SCHEDULE: Administrative

LOCATION: CEE

WORK YEAR: 12 Months

The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, Micro Schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.

SUMMARY:

The Director is responsible for the specific assigned leadership, management, and direction of campus services and supports. Coordination of personnel assignments, academic and service models, fiscal responsibility, community relations, and resources that are essential areas of administration. Works collaboratively with community partners to implement programs and practices for the purpose of student achievement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

+ Works collaboratively to assist with establishing goals, objectives, and action steps for the purpose of continuous improvement.


+ Establishes and executes organizational systems and strategies to monitor District goals.


+ Reports results of improvement plan effectiveness and District goals.


+ Assists in communicating expectations, providing support, managing the results, and supporting the day-to-day functions of teams and/or programs assigned.


+ Develops and monitors strategies for high-level collaboration amongst staff.


+ Communicates effectively and maintains a positive disposition in all circumstances to ensure an outcome that promotes student academic achievement, staff professional development, and District-wide success.


+ Engages in professional learning to enhance his/her knowledge and skill.


+ Helps design and participates in school and/or District professional development activities to improve District practices.


+ Implements systems of leadership, support, and guidance for school and District personnel.


+ Assists in recruiting, selecting, orienting, evaluating, and training employees.


+ Plans and maintains program and/or team budgets within budgetary parameters.


+ Completes other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director.




The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

+ Possess Master's degree in education or education support related field, or an equivalent.
+ Have five (5) years as a classroom teacher preferred, or five (5) years job related experience field for non-academic manager positions preferred.
+ Have three (3) years of supervisory experience.
+ Have experience in facilitating employee groups for implementation of initiatives or programs preferred.
+ Have knowledge of and experience with school personnel and division related laws, policies and procedures.

License and Certification Requirements:

+ A current Arizona Administrative Certificate
+ Possess a valid Arizona State Driver's License
+ Possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Have extensive knowledge of the Phoenix community, the population we serve in PXU, and articulate why they want to serve here.
+ Have a proven track record of coaching and building capacity in others, and articulate specific actions when leading and developing their teams.
+ Be able to articulate a vision of environments in which students and staff feel purpose and success while in pursuit of their goals.
+ Ability to work with diverse backgrounds to build consensus and persevere in a complex system.
+ Exhibit an ability to gather data, both quantitative and qualitative, and utilize the available technology to analyze data, to inform their decisions and actions taken as a community leader.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

WHY WORK AT PXU

The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.

+ Highly Competitive Pay
+ Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
+ Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
+ Comprehensive Employee Benefits
+ Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
+ Paid Winter and Spring Breaks





The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.

DIVISION:

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

SUPERVISION GIVEN:

As Assigned Executive Director Staff as Assigned




Action Prepared by: Reviewed by: Effective Date





Revision MG JL/ JB / MS 07/01/2023