Education Program Specialist

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

72 months of experience in a specific or related content area educational program or service; current valid drivers license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.

• Community School Experience

• School Improvement Experience
  
  Job Skills: Educational support

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohios 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.

As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools districts educators students families businesses nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position unless restricted under state or federal law or federal individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Only For Unclassified Positions: The final applicant for this position will be required to submit urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is anEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employerthat values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion creed national or ethnic origin citizenship status age disability veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Office of Human Resources ().

The Office of Community Schools is hiring for an Education Program Specialist.

• Serves as a liaison between the Department and community school stakeholders including sponsors operators and school leaders to ensure excellent customer services while providing needed information resources and directives.
• Provides training and professional development to community school sponsors operators and school leaders on improvement strategies compliance and best practices
• Interprets and applies to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and state foundation funding guidance to support school improvement initiatives.
• Review all components of the Departments Ed Steps to monitor and ensure continuous improvement and alignment to state initiatives
• Review education plans for inclusion of evidence-based strategies that promote school improvement within all subgroups.
• Monitor the implementation of action steps and funding allocations to support school improvement
• Track and analyze performance and compliance data to identify trends that inform improvement planning
• Review federal allocations and collaboration with grants management team to ensure funds are utilized and aligned with school improvement efforts and state initiative and federal identifications
• Reviews financial data and school budgets for accuracy and alignment with improvement goals.
• Provides technical assistance to internal Departmental staff and external stakeholders to clarify office policies procedures and expectations
• Offers technical support to schools in preparation and submission of documentation to data collection system
• Collaborate with State Support Team consultants to align services and support for federally identified schools and sponsors
• Facilitate and support the continuous improvement planning process for schools identified under federal accountability (e.g. CSI ATSI and TSI)
• Review compliance documentation submitted by schools and sponsors for completeness and accuracy
• Understands how to access the State System of Support to connect stakeholders to appropriate statewide and regional resources
• Participates in job related professional development opportunities and required trainings
• Serve on Department committees related to community school performance and improvement.
• Develop and share tools reports and resources to support evidence-based decision making and strategic planning
• Create newsletter articles provide training and represent the Office at community school related functions

Performs other related duties as assigned:

• Occasional travel throughout the state of Ohio (must be willing and able to secure a valid Drivers License).

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.