2627SY ESS, Transition from School to Work (TSW) TechnicianLiaison Buckeye Union High School

This position is for the 2026-2027SY

TITLE:Transition from School to Work (TSW) Technician/Liaison

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 1.0 FTE / 9-month contract

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Classified

GENERAL STATEMENT of RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under supervision of a certified staff member aid in providing a positive working relationship with students faculty and staff to assure successful operation of a school; assist in maintaining a stimulating working environment for students.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Coordinate employment awareness resources and job placement for students.
• Establish a public relations and marketingstrategythat educates administrators teachersparentsand students to the TSW Program.
• Identifyneeds for school and community-basedinstructional programs in vocational independent living and personal/social content areas thatcomplementthe students job training goals.
• Identifyand analyze local community job sites to develop a variety ofappropriate trainingoptions for participating students.
• Participate in activities related to the recruitment of potentialTSWstudents.
• Mustpossessthe ability to deal effectively with matters of confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mustpossessa HighSchool Diploma or equivalent.
• Mustpossessan AA degree or not less than60hourscollege-level courses or pass the paraprofessional test.
• Obtain andmaintaina validArizona Department of Public SafetyIdentity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• First Aid Training and CPR Certificate.
• Must be able to pushpullorliftupto 50 pounds
• Mustpossessa warmth and understanding for special needs students
• One to Three years experience in School District setting preferred.

OCCUPATIONAL CONDITION:

Medium risk - Work is routinely performed both indoor and outdoor environments including exposure to noise and being on your feet for extended periods of time. Requires standing in inclement weather including summer heat.

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The applicant for this positionis required to:

• regularly required to sittalkand/orhear.
• Sit approximately65% of the time
• Walk and stand approximately30% of the time
• Kneeling/Stooping approximately 5% of the time
• Lift on a regular basis 30-50lbs
• Use hands to finger handle or feel objectstoolsand/orcontrols;andreach withhands and arms on a regular basis.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this are performed by the individuals holding thispositionandadditionalduties may be assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize community job fairs toidentifypotential employment opportunities for students.
• Coordinate a school-based job fair for students to explore and potentially obtain employment.
• Establish a public relations and marketing scheme that educates administrators teachers parents and students to the TSW Program.
• Coordinate activities associated with the recruitment and identification of potential TSW Students.
• Collaborate with the TSW Team on procedures necessary fordeterminingstudent eligibility.
• Assist the TSW Team and students ininitialtransition planning for eligible students.
• Orchestrate transition planning with students TSW Staff parents school district personnel related support services andappropriate adultservices.
• Identifyneeds for school and community-basedinstructional programs in vocational independent living and personal/social content areas thatcomplementthe students job training goals.
• Identifyand analyze local community job sites to develop a variety ofappropriate trainingoptions for participating students.
• Implement a system for follow-up of any TSW Students/clients that are no longer receiving services through the TSW or whose file may be closed by Vocational Rehab (VR)
• Assume responsibility for the marketing and public relations associated with TSW in the community.
• Network with school and community personnel providing employment and transition servicessimilar tothe TSW.
• Establish procedures that ensure effective case management of TSW students.
• Implement record-keeping procedures that ensure proper documentation of TSW activities and thatdemonstratecollaboration between Vocational Rehab (VR) and theschool.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of the program from the perspectives of relevant stakeholders including students parents employers schools and rehabilitation counselors.
• Participate in activities related to the recruitment of potential students.
• Assist the TSW team by gathering Student documents necessary fordeterminingVocational Rehab (VR)Eligibility of Student applicants.
• Assiststudents inacquiringnecessary mobility/transportation to keep appointments.
• Under the supervision of theCoordinator(s) implement a system for disseminating TSW information to potential employers.
• Analyze work sites and match TSW students with those that aredeemedappropriate bythe Coordinator andVocational Rehab (VR)Counselor.
• Maintains student progress log and parent communication log
• Mustpossessthe ability to deal effectively with matters of confidentiality
• Must use own initiative and judgement in performing job.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff students and parents.
• Assistsin the planning and participation of program activities and field trips.
• Attendsstudent IEP meetings and parent conferences as requested by the Exceptional Student Services Director.
• Participates in continuing education workshops in-services etc. tomaintainproficient technical skills and continued professional growth.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Standard practices methods and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology.

COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY:

• Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team.
• Dedication to provide the highest level of service.
• Adherence to policies and procedures.
• Resourceful and adaptable.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

Time Management: Must be able to prioritize tasks assigned by supervisor.

Stress Management: Periodic stress due to deadlines and multiple schedules.

Public Contact: Interact primarily with students public staff and parents.

EVALUATION PROCEDURE:

The evaluation is done by the Site Principal in accordance with provisions specified in governing board policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The Transition from School to Work (TSW) Technician reports directly to theSite Principal.

Buckeye Union High School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex age or here ( to read the entire policy.

El Distrito Escolar de Buckeye Union High School no discrimina en base de raza color origen nacional sexo edad o clic aqui( para leer toda la política.

Required Experience:

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