Hearing Officer (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)

SUMMARY

The officer is responsible for presiding over and delivering impartial school discipline hearings. The officer will liaise with the Department of Student Equity in order to identify support and forward disciplinary decisions that are restorative and redemptive for all involved.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Masters degree in Education related and / or Law field

Five years teaching experience or a related field

Knowledge of laws rules regulations and procedures governing student attendance and discipline

Current Arizona drivers license

Knowledge of policies and legislation regarding the formal discipline of Exceptional Education and 504 Students

Experience working with diverse populations

Ability to effectively communicate with school staff students and parents

Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written / graphic and oral instructions

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of how discipline issues impact the school the community parents and students

Experience and / or knowledge of restorative practices

Current Administrative certificate

A strong understanding of Tucson Unified School Districts (TUSD) Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook

A strong understanding of TUSD Governing Board Policy as it relates to student discipline.

Experience working in the Legal Profession

Bilingual

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

FBI fingerprint background check (at employees expense)

Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles) or proof of MMR immunization

Must be able to provide own transportation to district schools where hearings will be held

Must hold a current Drivers license and personal vehicle insurance coverage greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy : EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

COMMENTS

Effective : 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Location : Various

This position is temporary and not eligible for district benefits.

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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability race color religion / religious beliefs sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or national origin.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Organizational skills,Classroom Management,Behavioral Health,Classroom Experience,Mediation Experience,Special Education,Conflict Management,Teaching,Experience with Children,Public Speaking,Word Processing

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1