Public Service Executive (Regional Special Education)

Responsibilities

The Division Administrator position is a key member of the DOE leadership team and regularly participates in policy decisions at the highest management level of DOE. This position will administer, supervise and provide leadership within the Division of Special Education. Provide guidance, coordination and oversight for special education federal and state programs related to finance, data management, monitoring, evaluation and eligibility and service delivery.

In cooperation with the Director and Deputy Director, direct and evaluate special education service delivery programs including but not limited to finance, data management, evaluation and eligibility (i.e., child find), monitoring and special education delivery to districts and schools.

Work with the Division of Special Education management staff to identify staffing needs for the division and oversee the hiring and evaluation of division staff. Directly supervise the selection, development, and coordination of division work.

Work closely with the Director and Deputy Director to provide oversight of annual budget and expenditures for the division. Maintain a working knowledge of state and federal policy and the impact of proposed legislation on the bureaus, the institutions, and programs it oversees.

Represent the Department of Education with various constituencies as requested by the Director and/or Deputy Director. Provide information and facilitate communication between the constituencies and the Department as it relates to special education (erg., State Board of Education, Superintendent's Advisory).

Collaborate with other state agencies, postsecondary institutions, and professional organizations on initiatives and mutual concerns that will improve PK-12 education, specifically students with Individualized Education Plans.

In conjunction with other department senior staff, provide direction and input to the operation of the agency. Assist with the development and implementation of the strategic plan and legislation priorities for the agency.

Execute the implementation of Department and State Board policy and administrative rules.

Requirements

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contact idoe.hr@iowa.gov.

To ensure full consideration for this position, all requested materials must be completed and uploaded through the NEOGov online application process.

Qualifications

Highest degree earned: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to seven years of full-time management-level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
• Eleven years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
• A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience or education.
• Seven years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience; and A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management-level position.

Benefits

Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities
Collaborative, positive work environment
Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow
Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country
Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
Competitive salary and benefits package: https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/employment/Benefits_Beyond_the_Paycheck.pdf