Educator Preparation & Certification Program Project Specialist 2
Educator Preparation & Certification Program Project Specialist 2
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Arizona Department of Education
The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.
EDUCATOR PREPARATION & CERTIFICATIONPROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2
Educator Preparation and Certification Section
Phoenix Location
Salary: $50000 - $56000
Grade: 19
Closing Date: 06/29/2025
This position will be responsible for assisting the DAS and Directors with planning report preparation and special projects as well as preparing materials for trainings presentations ordering supplies unit communication through email phone and online platforms and office coordination.
Rare in-state travel is required for this position.
The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs). Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.
Assist the Deputy Associate Superintendent and Directors with planning various special projects that include gathering data and information compiling and arranging the information for administrative and technical reports and proposals
Assist with developing monitoring and evaluation procedures for new and ongoing programs as well as conducting research for special projects utilizing the Certification system the Teacher Input Application and other ADE databases as requested
Assist the planning and coordination for unit trainings presentations and communication through email phone print and online platforms
Prepare and edit correspondence for trainings and presentations as well as special events or projects
Assist with registration and evaluation of trainings and presentations as well as generating and maintaining accurate records
Manage ongoing events and presentations that may include travel procedures procurement printing and coordination of calendars
Assist with the units budget for the fiscal year; maintain accurate records and follow agency processes for requisitions and Purchase Orders
Coordinate office operations for the Phoenix and Tucson offices including procurement and purchasing office supplies
Ensure maintenance and repairs for phones computers copier and printers; maintain accurate records
Assist with preparation of funding proposals and grant applications when necessary
Schedule meetings process travel expense reports and assist with Public Records Requests
Assist with the develop of operating procedures 1-pagers and manuals for internal and external stakeholders that relate to the units of Certification Educator Prep Programs and Recruitment and Retention
Knowledge in:
Project planning
Budget and report preparation
Correspondence
Research
Coordinating and planning meetings
General office machinery
Clerical routines and procedures
Skills in:
Organizational skills
Multi-tasking
Customer service
Effective and positive verbal and written communication
Operating procedures
Effectively meeting deadlines and time constraints
Intermediate skill in using Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel PowerPoint Office 365 and Teams
Ability to:
Plan coordinate analyze and establish priorities
Prioritize time and objectives
Effectively communicate via correspondence including memorandums e-mail and verbally to constituents ADE staff and stakeholders
Problem solve and task analyze and respond accordingly
Demonstrate a consistent high level of collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders
Preference will be given to those applicants with:
Knowledge of the Arizona State Statutes Title 15 AZ State Board of Education rules and regulations pertaining to educator certification
Understanding of current policies and procedures of the AZ Department of Education including:
o AZ state statutes (Title 15)
o AZ State Board of Education rules and regulations including Higher Education pertaining to educator certification
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks required documents and if applicable a post-offer medical/physical evaluation.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Ten paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment subject to waiting period. On or shortly after your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling or emailing Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
