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What is the difference between School Administration vs School Counselor?

AspectSchool AdministrationSchool Counselor
Required CredentialsMaster's degree in education or administration, administrative certificationMaster's degree in counseling or psychology, state certification
Work EnvironmentSchool offices, administrative meetings, policy developmentClassrooms, student offices, counseling sessions
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, districts, education departmentsSchools, districts, educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on school management and operationsFocuses on student support and mental health

School Administration and School Counselor roles differ primarily in their focus and credentials. School Administrators handle school operations, policy, and management, requiring administrative degrees and certifications. School Counselors focus on student well-being, requiring counseling credentials. Both work within educational environments but serve distinct functions within schools.

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School Administration Manager

Dougherty County School System

Albany, GA • On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Support Staff
Date Posted:
7/31/2026
Location:
Albany Middle School
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
July 31, 2026
POSITION: School Administration Manager
LOCATION: Dougherty County School System
JOB SUMMARY:
The Dougherty County School System is seeking a School Administration Manager (SAM) to assist with school operations. The School Administration Manager (SAM) plays a vital role in ensuring efficient and effective operation of the school's administrative and non-instructional functions. The SAM works closely with the principal to manage time, oversee operations, coordinate schedules, and enhance communication within the school community, enabling school leaders to focus more on instructional leadership and student outcomes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Georgia PSC Certification at the T-5 level or higher;
  2. Five (5) years of effective teaching;
  3. Knowledge of state and federal education laws;
  4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  1. Ability to effectively lead, organize, and direct the work of others;
  2. Strong decision-making ability, proven performance, and resource management skills;
  3. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
  4. Excellent leadership and organizational skills.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
School Operations & Supervision
  1. Support the principal with daily school functions, including overseeing students, events (on/off campus), discipline, and maintenance;
  2. Supervise classified (non-teaching) staff to ensure smooth operation.

Staff Support
  1. Assist and collaborate with teaching staff as needed, under the principal's guidance.

Safety & Discipline
  1. Help maintain a safe, disciplined learning environment;
  2. Manage emergencies following district and school protocols;
  3. Enforce rules and policies consistently.

Visibility & Engagement
  1. Be present and visible on campus to promote order and build relationships with students and staff.

Stakeholder Communication
  1. Assist in addressing and resolving concerns from parents, staff, students, and community members.

Professional Development
  1. Attend required meetings and training to stay informed and effective in your role.

Reporting & Documentation
  1. Prepare and deliver reports and other materials to document activities and support decision-making.

Community Projects
  1. Lead and monitor school-related community initiatives to ensure proper implementation.

Additional Duties
  1. Perform other tasks as assigned to support the school's goals and daily functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Occasional bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, repetitive fine motor activities, prolonged period of standing, walking and sitting is expected;
  2. Vision, hearing and verbal communications are essential functions of this position;
  3. Must meet deadlines with severe time constraints;
  4. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours and meet multiple demands from several people.
  5. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REPORTS TO: Principal
SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by July 31, 2026.
INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.
THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.
The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.
Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.
About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 4 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.
Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

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