Program Specialist - Student Relations (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District • Tucson, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Relations Program Specialist reports to the Director of Student Relations and provides both direct and indirect support services district-wide. This role involves analyzing data, evaluating program success, and ensuring that the goals and objectives for the department are met. The Program Specialist is expected to be a subject matter expert in their assigned role and provide consistent data-based reporting as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Services, Counseling or a related field.
• Two (2) years' experience in providing direct services and program oversight for a program or project involving school age children.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Availability to work flexible hours as needed, to include evenings and/or weekends.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization (after hire).
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire).
• MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Education, Social Services, Counseling or a related field.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency.
• Arizona Teaching Certificate.
• Extensive community contacts and outreach experience.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes data to evaluate program success.
• Ensures department goals and objectives are met.
• Provides direct and indirect support services district-wide.
• Acts as a subject matter expert in assigned roles.
• Provides consistent data-based reporting as requested.

Benefits

• Higher Pay
• Community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level