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Tucson Unified School District

Hearing Officer (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: 2 locations (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

A Judge oversees the legal process in court cases. Interprets law, advises jurors during trials, writes opinions and decisions, and gives verdicts in cases decided without a jury. May decide on a sentence for the defendant in a criminal case, or liability of a defendant in a civil case; may facilitate negotiations between parties in a dispute. Works in a county, state or federal court system.

$144,069 / year median in Arizona

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

SUMMARY The officer is responsible for presiding over and delivering impartial school discipline hearings. The officer will liaise with the Department of Student Equity in order to identify, support, and forward disciplinary decisions that are restorative and redemptive for all involved. See full job description here!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in Education related and/or Law field Five years teaching experience Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing student attendance and discipline Current Arizona driver's license Knowledge of policies and legislation regarding the formal discipline of Exceptional Education and 504 Students Experience working with diverse populations Ability to effectively communicate with school staff, students and parents Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE FBI

fingerprint background check (at employee's expense) Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization Must be able to provide own transportation to district schools where hearings will be held Must hold a valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver's License required within 30 days of hire) and personal vehicle insurance coverage greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under

Governing Board Policy:

EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of how discipline issues impact the school, the community, parents, and students Experience and/or knowledge of restorative practices Current Administrative certificate A strong understanding of Tucson Unified School District's (TUSD) Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook A strong understanding of TUSD Governing Board Policy as it relates to student discipline. Experience working in the Legal Profession Bilingual

COMMENTS

Effective:

2026-2027

SCHOOL YEAR Location:

Sites Vary FTE :

0.0 -

Supplemental Position Work Calendar:

9 month Two Positions Available Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits. Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage. Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.