Student Advocate & School Discipline Liaison

District Wide; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazleton Area School District is hiring Building Liaisons to support the Principal across multiple schools in Hazleton, PA. This full-time, on-site role focuses on student discipline and welfare.

You will collaborate with staff to enforce the student code of conduct, maintain discipline records, communicate with families, coordinate attendance, truancy efforts, and assist with safety and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Clear and concise communication skills (oral & written).
• Problem solving skills to support student success.
• Proficient data entry skills.
• Organizational skills to balance multi-tasking demands.
• Diplomacy when dealing with staff and external contacts.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet legal reporting requirements and confidentiality.
• Current Act 24 (82), Act 34, Act 114, Act 151, Act 168 clearances and pre-employment drug testing and TB test required.
• Must perform physical tasks including sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in resolving discipline problems and maintain records to ensure fair discipline.
• Collaborate with faculty to enforce the student code of conduct and promote positive behavior.
• Assist with development and administration of disciplinary procedures in line with district policies.
• Oversee all student discipline including in-school suspension, after-school detention, and out-of-school suspensions.
• Assist with distribution and orientation of student handbooks.
• Conduct research on discipline and welfare with various stakeholders to revise policies.
• Assist with attendance and coordination of truancy efforts; provide testimony as needed.
• Disseminate information about school and district programs and policies to stakeholders.
• Liaise with community and governmental agencies on welfare and safety issues.
• Coordinate and supervise extracurricular programs and student activities.
• Assist with meal programs, hallway transitions, and other daily activities while remaining visible.
• Compile and maintain discipline statistics and documentation during investigations.
• Oversee safety procedures, fire drills, and emergencies as directed.
• Assist with arrival/departure of students to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with Guidance Counselor and Principal as appropriate.
• Provide discipline information for SAP team.
• Serve on safety and emergency committees.
• Maintain a position procedure manual and review annually.
• Regular attendance is an essential function.
• Employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Entry

Organizational Skills

Diplomacy

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Legal Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Hazleton Area School District is hiring Building Liaisons to support the Principal across multiple schools in Hazleton, PA. This full-time, on-site role focuses on student discipline and welfare.

You will collaborate with staff to enforce the student code of conduct, maintain discipline records, communicate with families, coordinate attendance, truancy efforts, and assist with safety and emergency procedures.