Position is for 2026-2027 School Year

April 8, 2026
 

POSITION AVAILABLE:  Due Process & Assessment Specialist

POSITION LOCATION: SWWC Service Cooperative serving the Worthington School District.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Due Process Specialist assists in the planning, assessing, developing, monitoring and implementing of special education due process procedures while conducting academic evaluations. This position ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and supports accurate, timely, and high-quality evaluation practices across districts.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Conduct and coordinate academic assessments for special education evaluations and eligibility determination; Select, administer, and interpret assessment tools and compile evaluation data into compliant reports;  Develop and support evaluation plans and ensure timely completion of documentation; Lead due process monitoring, file reviews, submissions, and corrective action planning; Interpret special education laws and provide guidance to ensure compliance; Provide staff development, in-services, and training related to due process and evaluation practices; Support and maintain computerized IEP systems and documentation processes; Collaborate with staff, teams, and administrators to ensure cohesive evaluation processes; Attend IEP and evaluation meetings as requested; Provide guidance on restrictive procedures and required reporting; Maintain positive relationships with staff, families, and districts; Follows all policies and regulations; Regular and prompt attendance is essential; Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Minnesota Licensure in Special Education from the Department of Education required. Minimum of three years of Special Education experience. Bachelor's Degree and considerable experience in a job-related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience in a job related field; Master's degree preferred. Valid driver's license required. 

SALARY:  Full-time 185-day contract for the 26-27 school year. Position to begin August 4, 2026 Bachelor's degree salary range of $54,477 to $74,870.  Master's salary range of $64,965 to $96,796.  PhD salary range of $74,515 to $98,387.  Salary depending on education, qualifications, abilities, and experience. The role includes excellent benefits.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete online application at www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copy of licenses, college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference.  

QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION OR AN ACCOMODATION: Contact Kassi Knutson, Staffing Success Coordinator at 507-537-2243 or [email protected]. 

QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION: Contact Tish Kalla at 507-215-1593 or [email protected].

DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position will remain open until filled. 

WHAT IS THE SWWC?:  The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative is a regional service agency committed to advancing the work of our members (schools, cities, counties, and other governmental agencies).  With a focus on leadership, partnership, innovation and services, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure our work is about supporting and enhancing their work.  Authorized by MN Statute as a regional resource for our members; we are a public agency that provides a comprehensive range of educational and administrative programs and services to our members.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:   SWWC's mission is to support and enhance the work of our members by providing programs and services to meet their needs.  To support and enhance all of our members, we need to embrace and celebrate all of our members.  SWWC works to identify unique frameworks within the various communities we serve and actively responds by adjusting our practices to meet the ever changing needs.  We strive to recruit diverse and inclusive teams that will have a positive impact on our programs and services and help us better serve our members, customers and employees.