We are pleased to announce a fantastic opportunity to join the leadership team of Jefferson County School District, 509J in beautiful Madras, OR, located in the heart of the state.
Why Madras, OR? Madras, Oregon is a great place to live thanks to its welcoming small-town feel, stunning Central Oregon landscapes, and abundant outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, fishing, and water sports at Lake Billy Chinook and the Deschutes River, along with beautiful mountain views and wide-open spaces. With a strong sense of community, local events, and a relaxed pace of life, Madras offers an ideal balance of rural charm and modern convenience.
Jefferson County School District 509J serves the Madras, Oregon area as the primary public school system for families in Jefferson County. It includes eight schools spanning pre-K through 12th grade, such as Madras High School, Bridges High School, several elementary schools, and middle schools, all with a student-teacher ratio of about 15:1.
The district is known for its diverse student population, with a high proportion of minority students (majority Hispanic and Native American), making it one of the more culturally diverse districts in the state.
Jefferson County School District 509J also enjoys strong community support for extracurricular activities and facility improvements, highlighted by investments such as the new soccer complex at Madras High, made possible through local bond measures.
The district focuses on inclusivity, expanding student opportunities, and building facilities and programs that support both academic growth and community involvement.
We invite you to review our Job Description to learn more.
START DATE: July 1, 2026
WORK DAYS: 260
SALARY: $155,351.00-$164,784.77 (2026-27 Salary Schedule)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director is responsible for student service programs for the District, which includes;
educational resource and life skills classrooms, transition centers for young adults, behavioral
program (Inspire), talented and gifted, counseling and nursing services, and homeless and foster
youth services. The Director will collaborate with the District’s administrative teams, teachers,
specialists and educational assistants to ensure high quality services in assigned program areas.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*Must possess a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
*Must have or qualify for an Oregon Administrative credential. In lieu of an Oregon
Administrative credential, must have a minimum of four years executive leadership in a
Student Services setting
*Must have at least four years experience in a supervisory capacity
*Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to work cooperatively
*Ability to maintain integrity of confidential information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
*At least two (2) years of student services experience in a k-12 setting Oregon Administrative License issued by TSPC
*Bilingual Spanish
*Understanding of Frontline, Infinite Visions, TalentEd, and other district technology systems
COMPENSATION
1. Full Family medical, dental and vision insurance provided
2. District covers 6% PERS Pickup
3. 11 Paid Holidays
4. 25 Paid Vacation Days
5. 12 Paid Sick Days per year
6. 3 Paid Emergency / Personal Leave Days
7. Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
8. $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
9. Tuition Reimbursement
10. Paid Professional Dues
