Dean of Students Counseling Office at RHS

Ruidoso High School; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruidoso High School in Ruidoso, NM is seeking a Dean of Students Counseling Office to lead and support student success initiatives, coordinate PBIS, and develop interventions across academics, attendance, behavior, and social-emotional needs.

The role requires strong leadership, data analysis, and collaboration with students, families, staff, and the community to foster a positive school culture and improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid NM Level III-B PreK-12 Administrative License within two years, or Alternative Student Success License, or Graduate/Master's in a related field preferred.
• High degree of knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to K-12 education
• Knowledge of PBIS
• Experience supporting MLSS
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and support student success initiatives that promote academic achievement, attendance, positive behavior, and school engagement.
• Coordinate and monitor PBIS implementation and student behavior support systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing interventions for students experiencing academic, attendance, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges.
• Support student recognition programs that celebrate academic growth, leadership, citizenship, attendance, and achievement.
• Assist with student orientation, registration, and transition activities.
• Promote a positive school culture that supports respect, responsibility, safety, and belonging.
• Assist in communicating and enforcing student discipline policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with students, staff, and families to resolve concerns and support student growth.
• Foster positive relationships among students, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Support attendance improvement efforts and interventions.
• Collaborate with the School Advisory Council (SAC), counseling staff, teachers, and administration to improve student outcomes.
• Support implementation of district initiatives and instructional programs.
• Coordinate SAT/504 processes, including accommodations and communication.
• Assist with school testing such as administration of ASVAB, ACT, SAT, AST, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

PBIS knowledge

MLSS experience

Data analysis

Interpersonal communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Educational technology familiarity

Education

Administrative license / advanced degree

Tools

Student Information Systems

PBIS software

Job description

Dean of Students Counseling Office at RHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5985796

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Date:

November 6, 2026

Position:

Dean of Students CounselingOffice

Ruidoso High School

Qualifications:

• Valid New Mexico Level III-B PreK-12 Administrative License within two years, or Alternative Student Success License within the applicable time period, or Graduate Degree in a Related Field, or Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or progress towards, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Administration, and/or a related field preferred.
• High degree of knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to K-12 education
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Experience supporting Multi-Layered Systems of Support (MLSS)
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively with changing priorities, regulations, and deadlines
• Strong reading, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to analyze student data and develop interventions to improve outcomes
• Experience with educational technology and student information systems
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support student success initiatives that promote academic achievement, attendance, positive behavior, and school engagement.
• Coordinate and monitor PBIS implementation and student behavior support systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing interventions for students experiencing academic, attendance, behavioral, or social-emotional challenges.
• Support student recognition programs that celebrate academic growth, leadership, citizenship, attendance, and achievement.
• Assist with student orientation, registration, and transition activities.
• Promote a positive school culture that supports respect, responsibility, safety, and belonging.
• Assist in communicating and enforcing student discipline policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with students, staff, and families to resolve concerns and support student growth.
• Foster positive relationships among students, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Support attendance improvement efforts and interventions.
• Collaborate with the School Advisory Council (SAC), counseling staff, teachers, and administration to improve student outcomes.
• Support implementation of district initiatives and instructional programs.
• Coordinate SAT/504 processes, including accommodations and communication.
• Assist with school testing such as administration of ASVAB, ACT, SAT, AST, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Contract Period:

2026-2027 School Year

182 Day Contract

Start Date:

As soon as applicable

Salary:

Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule

For more information, contact:

Victoria Bomer, Principal at Ruidoso Middle School

[e-mail]

125 Warrior Drive

Ruidoso, NM 88345

(575)-630-7906

Or

Human Resourse

[e-mail]

200 Horton Circle

Ruidoso, NM 88345

[phone]

Application Deadline:

Until filled

Selection Process:

Selected applicants will be interviewed following initial screening of application materials submitted.

Ruidoso Municipal School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, or disability in compliance with federal and state laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Victoria Bomer , Principal RHS
• Ruidoso High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]