Cte, Technical Standards/Assessment Program Specialist
Cte, Technical Standards/Assessment Program Specialist
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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.
CTE Technical Standards/Assessment Program Specialist
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Section
Phoenix Location
Salary: $66000 - $72000
Grade: 21
Closing Date: 09/07/25
This position works with Arizona business-industry leaders to ensure up-to-date technical standards for Career and Technical Education programs and with Career and Technical Education teachers to develop customized end-of-program assessments that address what teachers teach and what students learn.
Occasional in-state and rare out-of-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.
Analyze technical standards for CTE programs and create a schedule for programs that need new or updated standards inclusive of dates times and locations
Research labor market demand education and training needs and nationally recognized industry standards and certifications to be used to develop high-quality standards
Convene and facilitate Standards Validation Committees (SVC) of business-industry leaders virtually or in person in the development of program standards compile committee outcomes follow established protocol for obtaining final approval and post standards on the ADE/CTE website for teacher access
Utilize program testing data and the status of test item banks to schedule the Technical Skills Assessment Institutes to convene teacher committees to review edit and development assessment items
Assist in the application process and final selection of teachers for the Technical Skills Assessment Institutes and in identifying and training facilitators to work with the teacher committees
Participate in the electronic processing organizing sorting and inputting test items in the Technical Skills Assessment database including the annual systematic formation of Technical Skills Assessments
Collaborate in the design and delivery of conference sessions and online training sessions for teachers and administrators regarding standards and assessment
Participate in regularly scheduled CTE meetings and conferences; attend professional committee meetings training sessions and webinars deemed appropriate
Knowledge in:
Organization and administration of public and private schools
Standards-based curriculum instruction and assessment
Networking group dynamics and collaboration with cross-functional committees and teams
Convening and facilitating work groups to achieve specific goals and outcomes
Preparing and presenting information in multiple formats to different audiences in person and virtually
Understanding of adult learning theory
Applicants must have:
Secondary/postsecondary teaching experience or equivalent education/training experience in work environments
Significant experience convening and facilitating work groups writing editing and proofreading
Extensive experience preparing and presenting information in multiple formats to multiple audiences
Skills in:
Verbal and written communication
Grammar editing (copyediting) and proofreading
Facilitation: listening questioning interpreting and reaching consensus
Strategies to build collaborative committees and teams
Strategic planning
Problem-solving and decision making
Intermediate to advanced skills in using Microsoft Office programs
Ability to:
Organizing and prioritizing in an environment of multitasking big projects
Setting clear expectations for self and others
Meeting schedules and completing goals accurately and on time
Evaluating situations and responding tactfully
Working independently as well as in a team environment
Maintaining accurate records
Taking initiative
Instilling a high degree of professionalism integrity and dependability
Leading by example
Preference will be given to those applicants with knowledge of Career and Technical Education.
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.
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Employment Type
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