K-12 Special Education Program Director

1.0 FTE on a 260 day work calendar

Location: Albany OR

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package (Salary based on 25-26 School Year)

Start Date: July 1 2026

Application process

Applications are available at complete application consists of

• Online Application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three current letters of reference - One from the current supervisor
• Copy of University Transcripts (Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts before completion of the hiring process)
• Copy of License

Initial Screening of applications will take place the week of March 16 2026 with interviews planned for early April.

Please note: Reference checks may be completed as part of the screening process and prior to
receiving an invitation to interview.

For any position where a degree is a mandatory requirement the submission of transcripts is required.

• To promote fair consideration applicants may redact (remove) the dates of attendance from their transcripts prior to submission.
• Official transcripts will be required from the selected candidate as a condition of employment.

Providing your dates of employment is voluntary in the initial application. Please note that the top candidates will be asked to provide additional information to complete the selection process before a final job offer is extended.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job; that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage a candidates application even if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position or how this would be determined please feel free to contact Human Resources atto discuss your application.

K-12 SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Classification: Administrator 260 day calendar

Reports to: Executive Director of Early Intervention and Sped

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Special Education provides supportive collaborative leadership to a skilled multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality special education services evaluations and regional support to children and students with disabilities across Linn Benton and Lincoln Counties. The Director of K12 Special Education oversees services to LBLESD customers and provides collaborative leadership to staff fostering positive effective service delivery and continual close partnership with component school districts the Director aligns programs to local needs while promoting equity inclusion and professional growth ensuring district staff and students receive high-quality responsive and legally compliant services.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) district-level administrative license or ability to obtain.
2. Masters Degree in Special Education or education related field required.
3. Minimum of three years successful experience in the supervision or administration of special education staff and programs.
4. Demonstrated expertise in assessment and evaluation consultation direct and indirect services
5. Experience leading others in an educational organization to build staff capacity strengthen organizational systems and promote individual performance and professional growth.
6. Excellent planning organizational written and verbal communication skills.
7. Experience building and sustaining collaborative partnerships across organizations and stakeholder groups.
8. Leadership experience at the school building district regional and/or state level.
9. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.

GENERAL INFORMATION

This position has the following expectations and prerequisite abilities:

1. Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings with understanding of and commitment to anti-racist principles.
2. Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA FERPA and ethical educator standards.
3. Maintain compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations including ORS OAR IDEA FOIA and CIPA.
4. Exceptional prioritization of tasks timely completion of work assignments and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
5. Demonstrates respectful flexible and effective team-building skills through cooperation communication and active participation.
6. Represent self and LBLESD in a professional manner through oral and written communication professional disposition and appropriate dress.
7. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives locate requested data and present information in user-friendly formats for internal and public use.
8. Maintain regular attendance and punctuality in meeting deadlines attending meetings and following schedules.
9. Utilize teleservice platforms as needed to support educators students and district staff.
10. Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds and sit for extended periods in a vehicle or work setting.
11. Ability to provide own transportation to multiple locations within a flexible work schedule that may include evenings and occasional overnight stays.
12. Demonstrated understanding of regional and statewide service delivery models for special education.
13. Demonstrated understanding of specialized service providers and their relationship to student success including but not limited to school psychologists speech-language pathologists occupational therapists hearing and vision specialists and augmentative communication providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not intended to be all-inclusive.

1. Coordinate leadership and oversight of special education programs and services in collaboration with the special education administrative team.
2. Supervise evaluate and support program staff through coaching feedback and professional growth opportunities in accordance with LBL policies and procedures.
3. Foster a positive and supportive work environment that promotes collaboration trust and staff retention.
4. Lead and/or assist in the recruitment screening hiring and onboarding of staff.
5. Oversee compliance-related records reports and documentation and develop manage and monitor balanced budgets and grant implementation for assigned programs in accordance with agency state and federal requirements.
6. Collaborate with component school districts to assess needs and align services in a responsive and solutions-oriented manner.
7. Coordinate and support professional development staff meetings and regional collaboration efforts aligned to program goals and district priorities.
8. Establish and maintain effective systems procedures and practices that support high-quality consistent service delivery.
9. Provide leadership in policy development and implementation while maintaining sustained communication with school districts around services emerging needs and regional state and national special education issues.
10. Collaborate with LBLESD leadership to address staffing organizational and budgetary needs while contributing to agency-wide planning and continuous improvement efforts.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefit Information

Salary and benefit information shown are based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current school year
Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD Administrative salary schedule will be commensurate with applicants qualifications relevant training and experience

Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health dental and vision insurance premiums
Employer paid PERS holidays sick leave and personal days are also provided
Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salary
Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
Cell Phone/Data Stipend

Discretionary Fringe

Vacation

Health Insurance

Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees

Includes medical dental vision & prescription insurance
Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
Flexible Spending Accounts

Carriers offered are:

Moda
Kaiser
Willamette Dental Group

Retirement

PERS Public Employee Retirement System
For more information visit:
LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee

Personal Leave

Up to 24 hours

Sick Leave

Up to 96 hours
Sick Leave Bank

Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury

Professional Development Opportunities

LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
Includes workshops and conferences

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at for additional information and assistance.

Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veterans disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

Required Experience:

Director