The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Career & Technical Education (OCTE), Trailblazer Career Academy Area Technology Center in Harrodsburg, KY has an opening for an Administrative Specialist Senior
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) operates 50 Area Technology Centers (ATCs) which serve 115 local feeder districts. A state Area Technology Center (ATC) is a secondary state operated school facility dedicated to the primary purpose of offering state approved four (4)-course Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways within CTE program areas identified by the OCTE. We are shaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow, collaborating closely with business and industry partners to do so. Explore the endless possibilities within our dynamic CTE community !
The Area Technology Centers under the Office of Career and Technical Education are organizationally part of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under the Education and Labor Cabinet. KDE supports the ATCs through guidance, resources, and oversight as part of its broader mission to ensure success for every student in Kentucky's P-12 public education system.
This position is essential to the operation of the school as it provides assistance to the principal, students, staff, and the public. If you are ambitious, willing to help students achieve their career path, and work as a team member this may be the job for you.
OUR MISSION
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES
- Equity
- Achievement
- Collaboration
- Integrity
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Provide office support of an administrative nature.
• Obtain, compile, prepare, draft and/or maintain documents including articles, correspondence, financial records, reports, and/or timesheets.
• Proofread documents, maintain filing systems, and/or schedule appointments or hearings.
• Provide guidance according to policy and procedure.
• Order office supplies and/or maintain inventory of such.
• May maintain ATC budget/project control.
• May process orders for other staff on state purchasing system.
• Provide general information to others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits and Perks
- Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Optional insurance (dental/vision)
- Life insurance
- State retirement system and deferred compensation options
- Paid leave
- Paid holidays
- Deferred Compensation/Free financial planning program
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee resource and recognition programs
- Employee wellness programs
Minimum Requirements
Education:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Experience, Training, or Skills:
Three years of professional, administrative, or business experience.
Substitute Education for Experience:
Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute Experience for Education:
Additional administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.):
None.
Position Details
Pay Grade: 13
Gross Monthly Salary Range: $4200.46
Position Number: 30023950
Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
Application Process
For questions regarding this position, contact: Emily Whitworth-Principal, 661 Tapp Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330. Phone: 859-733-7260 Email: emily.whitworth@mercer.kyschools.us
Additional Information
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 1-888-897-7781 or E-Verify website