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ADE ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR

Date: Jul 1, 2024

Req ID: 40960

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Anticipated Starting Salary: 69,776

Position Number: 2215-4666

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: Jul 5, 2024

School Performance

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Special Application Information :

Incomplete applications will not be considered. List current/most recent jobs first. Account for all periods including unemployment, self-employment, and military service. A resume may be attached to your required online application form; however, it may not be used as a substitute for completing any part of our application package. To make a call using the Arkansas Relay Service, dial 1-800-285-1121 (Voice) or 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), and for customer service, dial 1-800-285-7192 (V/TDD).

Duties :

• Coordinate efforts to develop and execute an evaluation of the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) assessment and accountability systems • Interpret directions, policies and procedures for state and federal school assessment and accountability systems and reporting • Communicate with other units throughout DESE and school districts about the school assessment and accountability systems and reporting • Produce, review, and revise Commissioner’s Memos that contain information on assessment or school performance reports • Create charts, graphs, documents, and spreadsheets to provide assessment and school performance information to the State Board of Education, the Legislature, units throughout DESE, and school districts • Develop tools for stakeholder communication related to unit deliverables.

The Arkansas Department of Education Assistant to the Director will be responsible for collaborating agency-wide- data review and usage processes, overseeing the statewide assessment system, collaborating on the processing of accountability data, and interpreting legislation, policies, and procedures related to the work of the Office of Public School Accountability. This position will be an essential member of the leadership team who will supervise multiple teams within the division, oversee budgets, create reports, provide training and technical assistance to schools and districts, and coordinate agency-wide processes for more efficiency in work.

Preferred Qualifications :

The formal education equivalent of a master’s degree in education, public administration, business administration, or a related field; plus six years of experience in a public school education environment and three or more years as a supervisor.

Position Information

Class Code: G012C

Grade: GS12

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $69,776.00 - $101,175.00

Summary

The ADE Assistant to Commissioner is responsible for promoting the programs of the Department of Education to schools and the general public, performing liaison activities to various groups, and conducting and preparing studies and reports. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Confers with education related agencies, organizations, and the general public to exchange information, and/or explain administrative and program objectives, policies, procedures, and standards, and to identify the characteristics and impact of work problems, and formulate possible solutions. Researches and evaluates educational trends, related programs, and projects to determine applicability, and recommends implementation of special and new programs by the Department of Education. Assesses impact of proposals of Department of Education staff and other educational-related agencies and organizations on current departmental practices to ensure consistency with established departmental goals and objectives, and state and federal law. Represents the agency commissioner at meetings, legislative committees, specials functions, and press conferences at the director's request. Confers with staff attorneys concerning interpretation of legislation, policies and procedures, and agency's position in litigation involving the agency. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal programs, laws, rules, and regulations governing public school programs and standards. Knowledge of public education programs. Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of departmental programs and activities. Ability to analyze program problems and develop feasible solutions. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing concerning educational programs, goals, and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in education, public administration, business administration or a related field; plus six years of experience in a public school education environment. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock