Director of Related Services
Date Posted: Aug 3, 2026
Requisition ID: 481723
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46205
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD):
The Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD) is a fully accredited school for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students in nursery school through high school. The Indiana School for the Deaf is accredited by AdvancED Indiana and the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD). It provides services to approximately 342 students enrolled on campus. About 60% of the students live on campus during the academic year. ISD offers a full range of social activities, including sports, clubs, and organizations.?
Role Overview:
The Director of Related Services supervises staff who coordinate services required by Individual Education Plans (IEPs). You will ensure that services are in compliance with Indiana Department of Education standards and will coordinate with internal and external agencies to provide necessary services.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $65,000.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities include:
Serves as Indiana IEP system manager. Act as liaison between all building staff and state system.
Plans and facilitates professional development for appropriate district staff.
Prepares timely and accurate documentation and reports data to the Indiana Department of Education.
Monitors admission policy and procedures for incoming students.
Oversees IEP progress monitoring for all students.
Provides support to principals related to students' needs.
Supervises Support Services Staff.
Oversees and monitors Medicaid Billing Services.
Collaborates with other state agencies regarding IDEAL.
Maintains active communication with the State government in order to keep staff aware of state mandates and accreditation requirements.
Assists in the accreditation process to ensure the school meets the Department of Education requirements.
Serves as a liaison and member of various committees to provide communication and coordination for improved services to students (Autism, deaf-blind, etc.).
Serves as liaison between ISD and Aspire.
Ensure compliance of:
Accommodations of ISTAR.
Daily classroom IEP requirements.
Extended School Year (ESY) to include planning and communication with parents and teachers. Follow dates determined at IEP meeting.
Work with Crisis Prevention Intervention team with the following:
CPI refresher trainings.
CPI trainings for all staff.
Follow-up on any crisis with the team as needed to ensure compliance of ISD policies and procedures.
Coordinate Extended School Year (ESY) program by:
Working with IEP administrators.
Hiring ESY Staff.
Providing training to ESY staff.
Communicating with parents of students receiving ESY.
Monitoring compliance in order to ensure students' needs are met during ESY.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Additional qualifications:
Willingness to attend, participate in, and successfully complete in-service training programs (at least 40 hours annually, including mandatory certifications such as CPR, personal protection, etc.).
Specialized knowledge of and ability to instruct and work with students at several developmental/behavior levels.
Ability to evaluate educational, vocational, and developmental performance and progress of students and faculty.
Ability to create and provide a positive learning environment conducive to and supportive of individual growth and development.
Ability to actively participate in professional continuing education and training as instructed and approved by supervisor.
Proficient in Microsoft 365 Productivity Suite.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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