Arizona Department of EducationThe Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents. |
| Job Location: |
Title II Unit
Phoenix Location
| Posting Details: |
| Job Summary: |
Ensure state and federal reporting guidelines and deadlines are met under Title II Part A
Prepare and manage budgets and allocations for federal and state programs with an emphasis on the State activities funding under Title II Part A
Direct and assist with the scheduling implementation and facilitation of educator leadership academies and training activities under the Effective Teachers & Leaders unit
Support the unit in managing current and future pilot programs.
Occasional in-state travel may be 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.
| Job Duties: |
Provide leadership to staff in planning and organizing activities necessary to accomplish agency and division goals.
Plan organize and direct the implementation of federal programs for Title II other federal initiatives related to Highly Qualified Professionals.
Provide technical assistance and training to ADE staff school districts and charter schools in the area of Highly Qualified Professionals specifically regarding school discipline and classroom management.
Interpret state and federal authorizing legislation all program rules and regulations promulgated by state/federal statute and applicable guidelines and all rules.
Prepare program-specific technical and administrative reports.
Answer telephone inquiries and/or correspondence.
Attend local state and federal meetings and conferences.
Serve on task forces or committees and complete special assignments as requested.
Work with other divisions within the ADE helping to coordinate their activities with those of Title II and the training support of school discipline and classroom management throughout the state for schools and districts as needed.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
| Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge in:
Use of Title II Part A funding
The role of professional learning in improving educator practice
How to create effective learning experiences for teachers and school leaders
Educational evaluations and management techniques
Applicants must have supervisory experience
A Bachelors degree in education a related field or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree is required
Skills in:
Communication - both written and verbal
Supervision of both professional and administrative staff
Organization planning and budgeting
Understanding and applying the principles of continuous quality improvement in education
Intermediate to advanced skills in using Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
Ability to:
Communicate effectively with educators at all levels and the public
Create effective learning experiences for teachers and school leaders
Provide leadership for task forces committees and special projects
Develop maintain and enhance effective collaborative partnerships with external governmental business and community-based partners to advance agency initiatives
| Selective Preference(s): |
Preference will be given to those applicants with knowledge of the state activities funding under Title II Part A Supporting Effective Instruction Grant.
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
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).
| Benefits: |
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
| Retirement: |
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.
| Contact Us: |
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:
Director
The Arizona Department of Revenue is consistently striving towards recruiting individuals who are committed to providing quality services to the citizens of Arizona and are passionate about creating solutions to the ever-evolving decisions faced within state government.