SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Assistant Superintendent of Special Education and Early Intervention Services or Designee SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None QUALIFICATIONS: Education Master's Degree required Full approval in a minimum of one area of Special Education required Approval as a Supervisor or Director of Special Education preferred State of Michigan School Administrator Certification preferred Experience Minimum of three (3) years of teaching or administrative experience in Special Education required Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory or leadership experience at the local or intermediate district level preferred Experience in juvenile and adult detention centers preferred Non-violent crisis intervention certification training preferred Demonstrated experience interpreting and implementing special education rules and regulations required Demonstrated experience in providing professional development to diverse adult populations required Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the implementation of positive behavior supports required Required Special Skills and Training Demonstrated knowledge of recent trends in special education and their impact on the special education community Proven track record in designing cooperative programs for both general and special education Demonstrated effectiveness in building trust and collaborating with Wayne RESA staff, community agencies, district personnel, and individuals with disabilities Proven expertise in consulting, providing training, and facilitating group processes Demonstrated skill in working with a wide range of diverse populations Shown aptitude for active listening, as well as verbal and written communication abilities Demonstrated organizational prowess and presentation skills Display the capacity for collaboration, team building, and creative problem-solving Proven ability to incorporate emerging technology into professional activities Ability to develop data-based goals and objectives with expertise, including tracking progress and outcomes through compliance tasks Proficiency in using the Microsoft Windows desktop operating system and Windows-based software USE OF THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all the duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or special conditions associated with this position. WAYNE COUNTY REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AGENCY POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Special Education Consultant- Youth/Adult Division PAY SCHEDULE: WCSSF Salary Schedule - Schedule H SUPERSEDES: N/A REVISION DATE: 9/29/2026 BROAD FUNCTION: The Special Education Consultant- Youth/Adult Division will provide leadership and assistance to detention centers and LEAs/PSAs in developing, implementing, and evaluating special education programs and services to ensure a free and appropriate public education for students with disabilities within the juvenile and adult detention centers.