Administrative Specialist Senior

Advertisement closes 8/30/2026 (11:59 PM ET). Full-time position (37.5 hours/week) within the Kentucky Education & Labor Cabinet, Department of Education. Eligible for overtime pay.

About the Role

The Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD), located in Danville, Kentucky, is a statewide educational center dedicated to serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. KSD provides a bilingual environment in which students learn and grow in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English. Our programs empower students with the linguistic, academic, social, and transition skills they need to become confident, capable, and successful lifelong learners.

KSD is part of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), which supports KSD through guidance, resources, and oversight as part of its mission to ensure success for every student in Kentucky’s P-12 public education system. As one of only two state-operated special schools under KDE, KSD has a long history of excellence in Deaf education and cultural preservation. We value partnerships with families, local school districts, and community stakeholders to provide individualized support for every student.

Mission and Values

KSD Mission: To equip Deaf and Hard of Hearing students with linguistic, academic, social, and transition skills to reach their full potential.

KDE Mission: To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

• Students are our top priority.
• We create safe, equitable environments that foster student development.
• We respect and promote diversity.
• We support bilingual development in ASL and English.
• We uphold and model a strong work ethic.
• We honor KSD’s history and Deaf culture.
• We build collaborative partnerships with families and stakeholders.
• We nurture student leadership and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, culturally rich, and student-focused environment. As part of the Kentucky Department of Education, employees receive full state government benefits, including professional development, health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three years of professional, administrative, or business experience.
• Substitutions:
  • Additional education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Additional administrative, business, research, or clerical experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based duties.

Pay

Monthly salary range: $3,273.74 – $4,910.60 (Pay Grade 13).

Schedule

37.5 hours per week. Initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months.