EDUCATION CONSULTANT 1, 2, or 3

HEADQUARTERS OFFICE

Baton Rouge LA

Make a real impact on education in Louisianas correctional system. As an Education Program Consultant youll lead statewide efforts to improve student achievement through data-driven decision-making program oversight and professional development. Youll manage federal grant compliance oversee education programs across the northern region facilities and ensure accurate reporting for enrolled students. If youre passionate about education detail-oriented and ready to drive changethis is your chance for the opportunity.

To lead and support the implementation monitoring and compliance of Title I Part D and Adult Education programs across correctional and reentry facilities in the northern region of Louisiana. This role ensures accurate data reporting supports instructional staff and enhances educational services to improve outcomes for justice-involved learners.

• Strong Data Management & Analytical Skills

Ability to collect manage and accurately report complex educational data is critical. This includes understanding how to organize student records interpret test scores track compliance and use data to drive program decisions and maintain funding eligibility.

• Excellent Organizational & Project Management Abilities

With responsibilities spanning multiple facilities the employee must be able to manage competing deadlines coordinate site visits lead training sessions and ensure statewide consistency all while adhering to federal and state guidelines.

• Effective Communication & Training Skills

The ability to clearly communicate policies provide professional development and support diverse education staff across institutions is essential. This includes presenting at conferences leading workshops and offering one-on-one guidance.

Why work for DOC

• Culture:DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs creating a sense of community prioritizing internal promotional opportunities clear communication and professional development.
• Growth:Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits:DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan health insurance that is also available post retirement at least 10 paid holidays sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week a deferred compensation plan a flexible benefits plan alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Strong proficiency in educational data systems and reporting tools including Microsoft Excel and database management platforms.

Knowledge of federal and state education policies and grants particularly Title I Part D and Adult Education regulations.

Effective communication and training skills including the ability to deliver professional development and technical guidance to diverse staff.

Familiarity with standardized testing protocols such as TABE and test security procedures.

A valid Louisiana drivers license and ability to travel regionally for site visits and audits is required.

Work with education staff instructors and administrative personnel across correctional and reentry facilities in northern Louisiana as well as state and federal education agencies.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: JOB APPOINTMENT

• A job appointment is a temporary job lasting up to four years; however should a permanent position become available the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.
• This position may also be filled as a probational appointment if a non-temporary position becomes available in the recruitment process.
  • If filled by probation a permanent classified LA State employee if selected may be required to accept a probational appointment or may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.

• Any degree certificate special license or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
  1. Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
  2. Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered.

Career Progression: This position does participate in a Career Progression Group for the Education Consultant1 2 or 3.

• This position can be filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant.
• Salary depends on level of experience.

• Note regarding the advertised pay range:The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career andnotthe amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

• The maximum salary for the highest-levelEducation Consultant 3is $103293.00 annually.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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Forfurtherinformation about this vacancy contact:

Megan Coco

Human Resources Department