SOCIAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR/EXPERT
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Position Number: 22153898
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date:
Position functions as the Principal for DYS (Division of Youth Services) Arkansas Consolidated High School.
This position ensures the effective operation of instructional programs, student services, staff development, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership
• ACHS District Testing Coordinator and Title I Coordinator
* Assist the superintendent in developing and executing the district’s strategic plan.
• Serve as a member of the superintendent’s cabinet, providing input on district-wide decision-making.
• Mentor and support principals and school leadership teams to strengthen instructional and organizational effectiveness.
Curriculum & Instruction
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the K–12 curriculum.
• Provide instructional leadership and support to ensure high-quality teaching and learning across schools.
• Monitor student performance data to drive continuous improvement and equity in outcomes.
Student Services:
• Lead programs supporting special education, alternative education, student welfare, and equity initiatives.
• Foster partnerships with families, community agencies, and other stakeholders to meet student needs.
Staff Development:
• Manage teacher and staff recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and retention efforts.
• Oversee professional development programs that build instructional capacity and leadership at all levels.
Budget & Resource Management:
• Monitor and manage the district’s budget in alignment with strategic priorities.
• Ensure equitable allocation of resources to support student learning and achievement.
Compliance:
• Ensure district adherence to state and federal guidelines, mandates, and regulations.
• Uphold standards for student safety, data privacy, and accountability.
Required Competencies:
• Collaborative Leadership – Ability to unite administrators, school boards, faculty, and stakeholders around a shared vision.
• Visionary Leadership – Inspire innovation and guide schools toward future-ready learning.
• Effective Communication – Clear, transparent, and responsive communication with diverse audiences.
• Strategic & Collaborative Thinking – Strong skills in planning, consensus-building, and teamwork.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making – Use evidence to guide policies, programs, and resource allocation.
• Resilience & Adaptability – Navigate challenges and lead effectively through change.
• Multicultural Competence – Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.
• Interpersonal & Conflict Resolution Skills – Build trust, foster collaboration, and resolve issues constructively.
• Analytical Problem-Solving – Assess complex situations, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in educational leadership, Administration, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Valid state superintendent or administrator certification/license (or eligibility).
• K-12 Principal’s license. Candidates will possess or have the ability to obtain an Arkansas Building Principal Endorsement.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of leadership experience in K–12 education, including school administration and central office leadership. Preferably experience in juvenile justice or alternative education.
• Demonstrated success in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and staff supervision.
• Proven experience in budget oversight, resource allocation, and policy implementation.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal education laws, regulations, and accountability systems.
The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Position Information
Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path
Classification: Social Services Supervisor/Expert
Class Code: SSP17P
Pay Grade: SGS08
Salary Range: $63,086 - $93,367
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of four years of work experience in human services programs or public service work, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.
Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
Licensure/Certifications
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
