The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Continuous Improvement and Support (OCIS), Division of Student Success, Safe and Supportive Schools Branch in Frankfort (Franklin County) has an opening for an Education Program Manager.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the general direction of the division director supervise professional staff in the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring the administration of educational programs for local school districts, state and or private educational agencies. Provide consultative services and technical assistance.
Supervise professional and support staff. Provide consultative services, technical assistance, and direction to local education agencies and Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) partners in the areas of school climate and culture, school mental health, trauma-informed practices, positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS), school safety, and school crisis response. Plan, develop, and implement strategies identified within KDE strategic plans and division initiatives.
Review the expenditures of federal funds and provide management staff with information regarding budget status changes. Manage the work of the branch by establishing priorities aligned with federal requirements as well as Kentucky Board of Education and Kentucky Department of Education priorities. Assign tasks, monitor progress, and communicate KDE and office policies, procedures, and regulations.
Collaborate with education partners including advisory committees, higher education, parent groups and other agencies.
Analyze proposed legislation relative to cost changes in the programs. Review and analyze project data, prepare presentations, budgets, research, reports, and testimony for the Kentucky Board of Education, legislative committees, federal agencies, and other partners, agencies, and boards.
Annually review and revise branch materials, as needed, to maintain alignment with federal and state statutes, regulations and agency policies related to division and branch initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be a graduate of a college or university with a Master's degree in education or related field and must have six years of professional experience in education, vocational education, or a related field.
SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE:
EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
None.
EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION:
Current Rank II or Rank I certification by the Education Professional Standards Board will substitute for the required educational requirement. Additional professional experience in the field of education will substitute for the required educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.
In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
Pay Grade: 17
Gross Monthly Salary Range: $4,652.86 - $5,686.20.
Position Number: 31098365
NOTE: This position is eligible for consideration for a hybrid schedule that allows for a combination of in-office and approved alternative work scheduling. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Inquiries for this position should be directed to: Anitra Williams, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601; Fax: 502-564-6771; Email: anitra.williams@education.ky.gov
The closing date to apply for this position is November 24, 2024.
For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel Cabinet
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