JOB TITLE: General Supervisor	LOCATION: Central Office
	JOB CATEGORY: Non-Classified
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent of Instruction	PAY GRADE: Supervisor
	FLSA STATUS: Exempt

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Provides leadership in the areas of School attendance/Court liaison, Health and Physical Education, Counseling Services, and related programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Coordinates division-wide truancy efforts and serves as court liaison;
• Serves as the dropout-out prevention coordinator for Division and responds to State requests for information related to such;
• Coordinates homebound education program for Division and responds to state reports for funding reimbursement;
• Supervises Division Health and Physical Education program;
• Supervises elementary, middle, and high school guidance counselors and related division-wide programs;
• Supervises the Substance Abuse Prevention Program including the submission of the Drug Education Grant;
• Organizes and chairs Elementary Principal’s monthly meetings;
• Prepares and administers necessary budgets;
• Coordinates issuance of work permit program;
• Takes responsibility for the administration of Visas and I-20 forms;
• Supervises and directs activities of assigned clerical staff;
• Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Virginia School Attendance Laws and possessing interpersonal relationship skills to coordinate efforts with a variety of agencies are significant factors required. Must be knowledgeable of Rockingham County Schools policies and educational programs K-12 in determining individual service plans for students on behalf of the division in a team and court setting. Candidate must possess organizational skills necessary for planning and implementing professional development activities for assigned RCPS staff. Word processing skills and knowledge of database functions are essential.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in administration/supervision. Experience as a teacher and/or administrator is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to provide own transportation to school-related functions, the homes of students, community agencies, and schools throughout the division. Frequent operation office equipment is required. Candidate must possess good moral character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in settings to include: Central office and schools throughout division. Frequent walking, stooping, standing, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Frequent operation of a vehicle and office equipment is required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Regular contact with staff members, school administration, personnel of court and health organizations is required.

EVALUATION

The Assistant Superintendent of Instruction will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

School Board Approved

8/14/01