Assessment Community Engagement Specialist (Education Specialist II)

About the role

The Nebraska Department of Education is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to coordinate strategic partnerships, stakeholder communication, and engagement in support of the Coherence and Alignment for Educators and Families (CAEF) statewide assessment grant.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and fosters strategic partnerships with school districts, educators, families, and other stakeholders, and implements a comprehensive communication strategy to engage stakeholders throughout the project.
• Collaborates with pilot districts to ensure all activities are aligned to project goals and timelines, collect feedback from stakeholders to improve assessment tools, and provide customer service to resolve any conflicts.
• Plans and facilitates workshops, focus groups, informational sessions, or other engagement activities.
• Recruits additional pilot districts for year two of the CAEF project, including identifying potential districts, providing project requirements, and managing onboarding.
• Develops and distributes a variety of informational materials to communicate project goals, timelines, and expectations.
• Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in the field of education or related subject area, one year of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 79-807.
• Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching per 92 NAC 21, three years of successful preK-12 teaching or administrative experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 79-807.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Education with at least two years of experience in PreK-12 teaching or administrative experience, including experience as a specialist or coordinator leading programs or special projects. Experience facilitating professional development experiences for educators.

Pay, Benefits, and Schedule

This position is fixed term, with an end date of September 30, 2028. Any potential extensions are subject to the continuation and availability of funding. Pay Grade 7: $64,436.73/year. This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. Teammates enjoy competitive 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!

Essential Functions include establishing and fostering strategic partnerships, collaborating with pilot districts, planning and facilitating engagement activities, recruiting additional pilot districts, developing and distributing informational materials, maintaining regular & reliable attendance, possessing a valid driver’s license, and working in various settings.

Working Conditions and Travel: Approximately 80% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 20% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and other service agencies. There is also approximately two days of overnight travel per month.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!

Equal 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.