Executive Director of Student Services

Position Type:
Administration/Executive Director

Date Posted:
7/7/2026

Location:
District Office/District Wide

Date Available:
08/03/2026

Closing Date:
07/21/2026
Executive Director of Student Services

Full-time
Year-round

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Executive Director of Student Services reports to the Superintendent and directs the planning, development, organization, management, direction, and implementation of all aspects of the Student Services department for the school district. Their primary duties are special education related. Other duties include but are not limited to: social-emotional well-being, health services, Title I, services for English Learners, grant-funded programs, student discipline and SRO (student resource officer), Section 504 compliance, Homebound, McKinney-Vento, credit recovery, enrollment, education records counseling, targeted services, and ADSIS. Furthermore, the Executive Director ensures compliance with all laws, codes, and regulations related to Student Services, evaluates assigned personnel, and collaborates/provides support to administrative and professional staff in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision, and priorities of the Lakeville Area School District.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Please see the attached job description for the full list of essential duties and responsibilities.

Salary range: $170,000 to $180,000 annually (pro-rated for contracted days)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Hold an active Minnesota license as a Principal, Superintendent, or Director of Special Education

2. Experience in planning, budgeting, supervision, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and team collaboration

3. Leadership experience in a PreK-12 setting

4. Demonstrated skills in facilitation, conflict resolution, and adult learning

5. Demonstrated skills in data gathering and analysis, project planning, and evaluation

6. Ability to make appropriate data-based decisions

7. Ability to facilitate professional learning related to content areas

8. Excellent oral, written, and public speaking communication skills

9. Ability to keep up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to the job; this includes adapting to and mastering new system applications and processes as implemented by the district or department

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Apply by 6:00 pm on July 21, 2026.
• All applications will be reviewed. Only those applicants invited to interview will be contacted.

WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US:

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.


Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.


As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
  • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
  • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
  • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
  • Health benefits include:
    • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST .
    • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
    • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
    • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
    • Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements .
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov .

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website .

FULL BENEFIT GUIDEBOOK

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:
There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under " Collective Bargaining Agreements "

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity

Internal and External applicants apply online

Attachment(s):

• About Lakeville Area Schools
• Executive Director of Student Services