Academic Officer and Office Administrator of Teaching, Learning, & Assessment

Lincoln, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$64.302

Job Posting:

JR2026- Academic Officer and Office Administrator of Teaching Learning & Assessment (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new role to make a lasting impact on the quality of education across Nebraska NDE is looking for an Academic Officer & Office Administrator of Teaching Learning & Assessment to implement strong systems and support ALL school districts and ensure every child in Nebraska receives a great education.

Were looking for candidates with deep knowledge of best practices and current trends in education but also ability to network with other states to understand their best practices and how they might apply in Nebraska. You will lead strategic forward-thinking processes to continue support of educators in classrooms and shape the future of education in Nebraska!

Currently on a contract Dont worry! Well wait for the right candidate to be released from their contract.

**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**

Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St Lincoln NE.

Pay: $133747.85/year

The selected candidates skills abilities education and experience may provide an opportunity for a higher salary rate.

Teammates Enjoy

In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $40100 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at benefits paid time off and retirement

79% employer-paid health insurance dental vision long and short-term disability flex spending and health savings accounts employee discount program and more!
Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!) plus a variety of other leave types
156% state-matched retirement for state plans or 101% state-matched retirement for school plans

Thirteen paid holidays per year

Essential Functions

Provides leadership coordination and implementation for sections and programs related to Teaching Learning and Assessment including content area standards instruction instructional materials curriculum assessment and professional learning.
Provides direction and guidance related to the development and implementation of Nebraska Content Area Standards.
Oversees the Statewide Assessment Section to ensure balanced assessment of Nebraska Content Area Standards.
Leads processes designed to guide selection and implementation of high-quality standards-based instructional resources within local school districts (e.g. curriculum digital resources open educational resources assessment resources).
Collaborates with and advises agency leadership on significant issues program developments and operations of the Office of Teaching Learning and Assessment. Maintains an understanding of the programs services and operational functions and appropriately implements policies procedures and guidelines. Cooperates with agency leadership to implement the NDE Strategic Plan and encourage agency coherence.
Establishes and fosters strategic partnerships among state agencies nonprofit organizations postsecondary education institutions and business and industry partners. Coordinates program/policy development and implementation with other state agencies Educational Service Units (ESUs) postsecondary education institutions and business and industry partners.
Coordinates review and preparation of relevant education-related legislation providing assistance to the Governors Office and Nebraska State Legislature.
Works collaboratively to complete annual and biennial budgets and ensures the budget reflects major projects and initiatives operational requirements and changes in state and/or federal regulations.
Provides leadership in the hiring supervision and potential discipline of staff. Conducts performance management activities including establishing annual goals related to the strategic plan holding check-in meetings to discuss goal progress and completing performance appraisals. Facilitates a continuous learning environment by promoting professional development to ensure all employees have the opportunity and skills to be efficient and effective in meeting the goals of the agency. Delegates work and projects appropriately among staff.
Maintains regular & reliable attendance possesses a valid drivers license and travels independently and works in a variety of settings.

Working Conditions and Travel:

This position requires approximately 70% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 30% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools educational service units and other service agencies. There is also approximately 15 days of overnight travel per year.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in education or a related field current Nebraska teaching or administrative certificate and eight years of experience related to the essential functions of the position to include leadership and managerial experience. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

NOTE: A Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the position.

Preferred Qualifications: The completion of a doctorate or equivalent academic endeavor such as a Six-Year Specialist Certificate and demonstrated successful preK-12 leadership experience (director specialist coordinator department head administrator) including direct supervisory experience.

If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE please email us at .

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Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Education - Agency 13Location: Lincoln NEHiring Rate:$64.302Job Posting:JR2026- Academic Officer and Office Administrator of Teaching Learning & Assessment (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):0Job ...

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