Chesapeake Public Schools 

Job Description

Assistant Director of Student Conduct and Support

Department: Student Support Services

Pay Grade: U127
FLSA Status: Exempt

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily carry out the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions described herein. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Employees may be required to perform duties not specifically listed but reasonably related to the position.

General Purpose

Performs complex professional and administrative work supporting the planning, coordination, and implementation of the school division’s student conduct and support programs. This role advances positive student behavior, ensures equitable discipline practices, and supports safe, inclusive school environments. Work is performed under general supervision, with oversight of the Director of Student Services personnel.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in the development and implementation of student conduct policies, procedures, and support programs.

• Support schools in adopting proactive and restorative approaches to student discipline, including behavioral interventions and de-escalation strategies.

• Collaborate with school administrators to ensure consistent and equitable application of the Code of Student Conduct.

• Support the Director of Student Services in coordinating division-wide initiatives related to:

• • Student behavior

  • Attendance

  • School climate

• Guide administrators on:

• • Disciplinary actions

  • Due process

  • Student rights

• Assist in reviewing, investigating, and resolving discipline appeals, complaints, and grievances.

• Coordinate and support alternative education programs and interventions for students with behavioral needs.

• Analyze discipline, attendance, and climate data to:

• • Identify trends

  • Inform decision-making

  • Develop targeted interventions

• Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional departments (e.g., Special Education, Student Services, Academic Support) to support diverse student needs.

• Support crisis response and behavioral threat assessment processes, as needed.

• Design and deliver professional learning for administrators and staff on:

• • Student conduct

  • De-escalation strategies

  • Restorative discipline practices

• Assist in monitoring departmental programs and supporting budget oversight.

• Serve as a liaison between schools, families, and community agencies to promote student success and well-being.

• Oversee and coordinate home-based instruction related to disciplinary actions.

• Facilitate the division’s after-hours incident reporting line to ensure timely, confidential communication with key stakeholders.

• Serve as the lead Student Services representative for Comprehensive School Improvement Plans (CSIPs) in schools requiring intensive support.

• Attend School Board meetings and disciplinary hearings, as required.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Educational Administration, School Counseling, Social Work, or a related field

• Minimum of five years of successful experience in public education, preferably in:

• • School administration

  • Student services

  • Discipline-related leadership roles

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate licensure and endorsements as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of student behavior management, restorative practices, and discipline frameworks

• Understanding of public school systems and applicable laws and regulations

• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including facilitating difficult conversations

• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable plans

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with administrators, staff, students, families, and community partners

• Commitment to equitable practices and inclusive school environments

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

This position operates primarily in an indoor environment with moderate noise and temperature levels and may require travel to school sites. Work is primarily sedentary, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force. Duties involve repetitive motion, hand and finger use, and extended periods of sitting and computer use. Effective verbal communication, hearing, and visual acuity are required.