Position Description for School District of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The School District of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,  Board of Education, is seeking a highly qualified and fully certified Deputy, Student Rights and Responsibility.  The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position on September 30, 2025.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.

Enrollment: 200,000

Location: Philadelphia

About the School District of Philadelphia

The School District of Philadelphia is on a mission to become the fastest-improving school district in the nation—boldly transforming educational opportunities for more than 200,000 students across our vibrant and diverse city. We are building a team of visionary, equity-driven leaders who believe that every student deserves access to a high-quality, supportive, and safe learning environment. If you are passionate about creating change in urban education, we invite you to join us.

Position Summary: Deputy, Student Rights and Responsibility

We are looking for a strategic and compassionate leader to serve as Deputy, Student Rights and Responsibilities—a vital role that supports the Chief of Student Support Services in fostering equitable student outcomes across the district. This position is ideal for a professional who thrives at the intersection of policy, student advocacy, and community collaboration, and who is committed to protecting the rights of all students.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws relating to:

1. Student rights and responsibilities
2. Discipline, suspensions, expulsions, and hearings
3. Attendance, truancy, and student transitions
4. Title IX, bullying, and harassment
5. Supports for students experiencing homelessness or child welfare involvement

• Lead district-wide initiatives to reduce disproportionality in discipline and improve school climate.
• Design and implement short- and long-term plans that improve student conduct and school safety.
• Collaborate with key partners including:

1. Family Court and DHS
2. Mayor’s Office of Education and Community Schools
3. The Office of Children and Families

• Champion student voice and leadership through mentoring and engagement opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school or university.
• Ten years preferred (seven years minimum) of full-time, paid, professional experience, five of which have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.

Salary Range: $128,954-168,387 depending on qualifications and experience. Compensation including generous benefits and Pennsylvania School Employees Retirement eligibility.

Search Timeline (subject to change)

• Closing date for applications:  August 8, 2025
• Semi-Finalists to the district: August 18, 2025
• District Interviews:  August 25, 2025 
• Appointment: September 30, 2025 

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