Director of School Counseling (SY25-26) GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Director of School Counseling Department: E. C. Glass High School Salary Grade: Administrative Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: E. C. Glass High School Reports to: Building Administrator Date: 05/28/2025 POSITION SUMMARY
The High School Counseling Department Director provides leadership, coordination, and supervision of the school counseling program to ensure that it supports the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students. This position requires collaboration with counselors, administrators, faculty, parents, and community partners to deliver a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leadership & Program Management

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve a comprehensive school counseling
  Program.
• Supervise, evaluate, and provide professional development opportunities to the
  counseling department staff.
• Establish goals for the counseling department in alignment with school and district
  strategic plans and based on identified school needs.
• Lead departmental meetings and coordinate various efforts across the school.
• Keep informed on current counseling/educational innovations and practices and assist
  staff in related implementation activities.

Student Support Services

• Oversee the delivery of counseling services to meet the academic, career, college
  readiness, and personal/social needs of students.
• Ensure equitable access to counseling services for all students.
• Monitor student progress and implement intervention strategies in collaboration with
  staff and families.
• Support crisis intervention and conflict resolution efforts.
• Stay informed and connected to the life of the school.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as the liaison between the counseling department and school administration,
  teachers, families, other schools, and community resources.
• Advocate for student needs and represent the counseling department in school-wide
  Planning.
• Work collaboratively with the school administrative team on the student scheduling
  Process.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to foster partnerships that support
  student success.

Compliance & Data Management

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding school
  Counseling.
• Manage student records, confidentiality, and data reporting in accordance with FERPA
  and district policies.
• Analyze student data to identify trends and guide program planning and resource
  allocation.

College & Career Readiness

• Oversee college and career advising services, including transcript reviews, college
  applications, scholarships, and financial aid guidance.
• Plan and execute events such as college fairs, career fairs, and informational workshops.
• Collaborate with post-secondary institutions and employers to enhance student
  Opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

HBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in School Counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Valid School Counselor Certification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a school counselor, with leadership experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: DAYS: 260 START DATE: 2025-2026