This is the Student Services Director role you’ve been wanting.

(For readers of our listserv, please note that the narrative below contains additional information regarding this outstanding opportunity. For confidential inquiries or to recommend outstanding candidates, please contact Hank Harris.)

Roseburg Schools is located in the heart of Oregon’s beautiful Umpqua Valley, surrounded by forests, rivers, and a community deeply invested in caring for one another and building a thriving future. We serve approximately 5,300 students across 11 schools, each guided by our shared commitment to inspiring growth, building community, and expanding opportunities for every student. Roseburg is known for rallying around its schools, and we are proud of the meaningful work happening in our classrooms every day. We are now seeking an innovative leader to serve as our Director of Student Services.

In Roseburg, we are well-known for being nimble and innovative, and as a result Roseburg’s leadership team commands significant admiration across the region and state. Our new teammate will join this well-regarded cabinet, providing strategic direction for a broad portfolio of programs supporting students with diverse needs, including; special education: Section 504; English Language Learners; Talented & Gifted Education; Indian Education; Positive Behavior Support; alternative education; drug and alcohol prevention/intervention; and services for students in detention or correctional programs. This is an unusual opportunity to design a system for all student interventions so that each of our students can realize their greatest potential.

We are looking for someone who leads with heart, clarity and a systems-level perspective. Our ideal candidate is both visionary and grounded, someone who understands the complexity of student services in public education and can translate that understanding into strong partnerships, effective programs and equitable outcomes for students. This person will be an experienced problem-solver with deep knowledge of federal law, an ability to communicate consistently and clearly across departments, and a talent for building relationships with principals, families and community partners.

The selected candidate will bring leadership experience in special education administration, a commitment to inclusive practices and the ability to guide and support a wide range of specialized teams, from school psychologists and evaluation specialists to case managers and behavior support staff. They will help shape district systems, strengthen compliance and procedures, manage multiple state and federal grants, and ensure that every student receives the support they need to access the general education curriculum and thrive in their educational experience.

Roseburg Schools includes eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school, with three elementary sites offering Pre-K programs. As a district, we are committed to creating safe, welcoming learning environments where every student feels seen, valued, and supported, while strengthening academic achievement, expanding opportunities, and ensuring equitable access to programs that help students grow.

Across our schools, students benefit from strong early learning partnerships, robust Career and Technical Education pathways, and a wide range of extracurricular and co-curricular programs that keep them engaged and connected.

In recent years, the district has made significant progress in aligning instructional systems, expanding student supports and strengthening inclusive practices. With strong community partnerships, including Umpqua Community College, local industry leaders and regional service providers, we are opening doors for students to explore future careers, gain real-world experience and graduate prepared for their most successful futures.

Our district is also engaged in ongoing work to modernize facilities, update learning spaces and improve access to programs and supports across all schools. These efforts reflect our commitment to providing an excellent education for every child.

Roseburg is a community that truly rallies around its schools, and we are proud of the dedicated staff, families and partners who make student success possible.

If you are inspired by the opportunity to lead at a systems level, collaborate with a dedicated team and help shape the future of student support services in Roseburg, we invite you to explore this role. A competitive compensation package is offered including a salary range from $149k to $173k with outstanding benefits including the paying of the employee’s contribution to PERS, and an annual $2700 contribution toward an employee’s non-PERS (TSA) retirement account. Prior administrative experience in special education and supervision is required; director-level experience is preferred but not mandatory. Confidential inquiries to Hank Harris welcome.

For strongest consideration, please apply no later than 3:00pm Pacific Time, January 31, 2026.