Director-Student Support Services Behavior and Engagement

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Student Support Services

Position Title: Director-Student Support Services Behavior and Engagement

Position Start Date: July 1, 2026

Position Type: Central Administration

FTE: 1.0

Work Schedule: 261 Days - 12 Months - July 

Salary Range 14: $121,913 - $182,870

Closing Date: June 22, 2026

*ONLY CANDIDATES INTERNAL TO BVSD WILL BE CONSIDERED*

Summary:

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Schools, the Director of Student Support Services and Engagement provides strategic leadership for district-wide student discipline, engagement, attendance, restorative practices, student safety, and behavioral support systems. This position develops and oversees policies, procedures, and programs that promote equitable student outcomes, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and support safe, inclusive learning environments. The Director collaborates with school and district leaders to analyze data, implement strategic initiatives, address complex student matters, and strengthen student support systems. The position also provides leadership for crisis response, threat assessment processes, alternative educational pathways, professional learning, and the supervision and development of staff responsible for student engagement and support services. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and oversee districtwide philosophy, protocols, monitoring systems, and staff supports related to K–12 discipline, restorative practices, alternatives to suspension and expulsion, and services for students involved in the juvenile justice system. Ensure compliance with federal and state law, board policy, and reporting mandates. Communicate best practices for addressing student discipline. Produce guidelines that ensure equity and due process are provided to students when they are involved in disciplinary incidents. Monitor and analyze districtwide discipline data, lead related strategic initiatives, and support school and district leaders in using data to set goals, drive decision-making, and improve student outcomes. 
• Support building administration on data analysis, communication strategies with parents and students while the student is engaged in the disciplinary process. Work with the Legal Counsel and Executive Directors to administratively place students as necessary. Develop creative options for students needing alternative educational environments. 
•  Build collaborative partnerships with BVSD departments including, but not limited to, MTSS, Special Education, Academics, Legal, Student Support Services, and Schools team in fulfillment of BVSD Strategic Plan objectives and in support of school leaders.
•  Support the work of the District Director of Student Supports with counselors K-12 by collaborating on professional development, graduation guidelines, ICAP, and other related objectives. Support the development of school leaders through coaching, school visits, communication, and collaboration with Executive Directors.
• Support District processes for threat assessments, suicide risk reviews, bullying, sexual harassment, discrimination, mandatory reporting, and other safety-sensitive student processes. Oversee the district reporting process and support school leaders with intervention and support programming.
• Provide ongoing supervision, development, coaching, mentoring, and learning experiences for the District Student Engagement Coordinator, Attendance Advocates, Engagement Specialists, Restorative Practices Coordinator, and Bullying Prevention Grant Coordinator.
• Engage in regular data review of K-12 school and district-level discipline and referral data, including but not limited to discipline, attendance, engagement, and threat assessments. Support the BVSD Enrollment Department with the submission of discipline-rated data reporting to the Colorado Department of Education. Monitor the school and district progress toward strategic plan goals. Consult with school leaders about these and provide accompanying professional development.
•  Develop, implement, and manage department budgets to support schools.
•  Serve on district and state-level committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• Master Degree in Education. 
• Minimum of five years experience working with PK-12 students
• Requires Colorado principal license or PK12 administrator license   
• Requires a valid Colorado Driver’s License. 
• Trauma Informed background
  

Preferred: 

• Minimum of three years experience in PK-12 leadership is preferred
  

Salary Information: 

Salary Range 14: $121,913 - $182,870

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.