Education Programs Director

State of Nevada
Carson City, Nevada United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 12, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Education and Training
  • Job Description

    Announcement Number: 1315134021

    Joe Lombardo
    Governor
    Jhone M. Ebert
    Superintendent of
    Public Instruction
    Southern Nevada Office
    2080 E. Flamingo Road, Suite 210
    Las Vegas, Nevada 89119-0811
    Phone: (702) 486-6458
    Fax: (702) 486-6450
    STATE OF NEVADA
    DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
    700 E. Fifth Street | Carson City, Nevada 89701-5096
    Phone: (775) 687-9200 | www.doe.nv.gov | Fax: (775) 687-1116
    UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
    Posted - October 11, 2024
    EDUCATION PROGRAMS DIRECTOR
    Recruitment Open To:
    This is an open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. This position is appointed by and
    serves at the pleasure of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
    AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    The Nevada Department of Education ("NDE" or "Department") leads and collaborates with Nevada's 17
    school districts and the State Public Charter School Authority to advance educational equity Statewide.
    With offices in Carson City and Las Vegas, NDE oversees all pre-K-12 education in the State with the
    mission of improving student achievement and educator effectiveness by ensuring opportunities,
    facilitating learning, and promoting excellence. Under the leadership of the State Board of
    Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction, NDE impacts the achievement of nearly half
    a million children and 30,000 educators.
    APPROXIMATE Annual Salary:
    Up to $124,068.00. *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the employee and
    employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross salary.
    Benefits:
    The State benefits package includes a retirement system, paid health, vision, dental, life and disability
    insurance, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee-paid benefits such as deferred
    compensation plans are also available.
    Position Location: Las Vegas OR Carson City, Nevada
    POSITION DESCRIPTION:
    This position reports to Deputy Christy McGill and the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The OSRLE
    is dedicated to fostering a safe and respectful learning environment for all individuals, regardless of
    differing characteristics. We oversee various initiatives and grant projects that promote student health,
    wellness, safety, and a positive school climate.
    Key RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Leadership & Management:
    o Supervise a diverse team of professionals, providing guidance, support, and oversight.

    o Foster a collaborative culture within the office and with external partners.
    • Compliance:
    o Ensure adherence to all federal and state laws and regulations relevant to the office's
    initiatives.
    o Stay informed about changes in legislation that may impact the office.
    • Budget Management:
    o Develop, manage, and allocate the office budget effectively to support ongoing and new
    initiatives.
    o Monitor expenditures and ensure financial accountability.
    • Program Oversight:
    o Lead multiple grant projects focused on student health and wellness, school safety, and
    social-emotional learning.
    o Implement and promote Progressive Discipline and Restorative Practices within schools.
    o Oversee the Multi-Tiered System of Supports framework to enhance school climate.
    • Collaboration & Communication:
    o Build strong partnerships with educational stakeholders, including schools, community
    organizations, and government agencies.
    o Communicate effectively with diverse audiences to promote initiatives and gather
    feedback.
    • Data-Driven Decision Making:
    o Utilize data to assess program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
    o Ensure that evaluations are conducted to measure the impact of initiatives on student
    outcomes.

    REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    Doctorate degree from an accredited university in business, economics, education, English, math,
    psychology, science, sociology, or related field and one year of professional experience in an educational
    program area, which included experience in at least one of the following areas: leading and managing a
    team that supports organizational goals; evaluating a program and/or program participants for compliance
    purposes or outcomes; developing and implementing a vision for desired outcomes; and/or
    communicating with diverse stakeholders across various platforms; OR Master's degree from an
    accredited university in business, economics, education, English, math, psychology, science, sociology,
    or related field and two years of professional experience as described above.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
    Working knowledge of current issues and best practices in educational programs; data analysis necessary
    to evaluate success and trends of the program area; chart, graph, and table formatting to produce reports;
    computer applications used for email, spreadsheets, word processing, and databases. General knowledge
    of education systems, procedures, and methods; federal laws and regulations pertaining to education and
    the assigned program area(s). Ability to: analyze and summarize data; analyze information, problems, and
    situations to define the problem, formulate logical and objective conclusions, and recognize alternatives
    and their implications; arrive jointly or independently at decisions, conclusions, or solutions; compile
    research and information gained from interest groups into written and oral presentations that provide
    direction for the development of goals and objectives of the program; disseminate information logically
    and clearly; find, identify, and understand rigorous research and data from leading and credible education
    organizations/institutions to inform program work and school improvement; write State guidance
    documents and memos to communicate federal and State education laws, requirements and expectations;
    create and deliver accurate presentations with relevant information, data, and research; establish and

    maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and project staff in the school districts, the
    university system, and other organizations, agencies, and the public; facilitate group discussion of
    identification of issues, concerns, questions, and proposed solutions; interpret information such as federal
    laws, regulations, and other documents; meet established deadlines with quality products; plan and
    organize workshops and in-service activities that make the best use of time for participants; prepare and
    present a variety of oral and written reports as needed; present to small or large groups to provide
    information, coordinate discussion, and motivate others to action; write concise, logical, and
    understandable grammatically correct letters, memoranda, reports, minutes, handbooks, directions,
    technical reports, plans, guidelines, instructions and compliance finding reports.

    TO APPLY:
    All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by submitting a resume, letter of
    interest, three professional references, and respond in writing to the following questions:

    1.Describe your grant management experience, including your role, the grant objectives, budget, and
    outcomes. What strategies did you use to ensure successful grant administration?

    2.Describe a time when you had to make a tough financial decision that impacted programs or services
    you oversaw. What factors did you consider, what was the outcome, and what did you learn?

    3. The OSRLE staff has identified empathy, respect, and honesty as the top three personal qualities we'd
    like to see reflected in a Director. Please provide specific examples of how you have embodied these
    qualities in your previous roles and how you would apply them to address challenges and foster a positive
    work environment.

    Please submit all four required documents to: christina.lufrano@doe.nv.gov.

    LETTERS OF INTEREST AND RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTILTHE POSITION IS
    FILLED
    (All letters of interest and resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may occur
    at any time during the recruitment process.)

    The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and
    innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve
    them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age,
    disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic
    information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.


    Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Nevada
    • State of Nevada

    The presence of Nevada's earliest inhabitants, beginning about 12,400 years ago, is marked by many petroglyphs and archaeological sites. Baskets, decoys, and ingenious traps are evidence of the resourcefulness of these early people in a harsh and arid environment.

    European explorers traveled through Nevada in the early 19th century, but it was not until 1851 that the first settlements were established. An Act of Congress created the Territory of Nevada on March 2, 1861. James W. Nye of New York was appointed Nevada's first Territorial Governor by President Abraham Lincoln later that year. On October 31, 1864, President Lincoln proclaimed Nevada's admission to the Union as the 36th state. The State's first elected Governor, Henry Blasdel, took office on December 5, 1864.

    Today, Nevada is the nation's seventh largest state in land area. Several hundred mountain ranges cross its landscape, many with elevations over 10,000 feet. In contrast, the State's lowest point (along the Colorado River) is only 470 feet above sea level. From majestic mountains to desert valleys, nature has endowed Nevada with diverse and unique ecosystems.

    The Nevada Legislature has honored the State's natural resources and cultural heritage with a variety of State designations described below.

     

     

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