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5/30/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)

24-03119

Education Program Manager

Salary

$4,517.34 - $6,254.30 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Continuous Improvement and Support, Division of Innovation, Innovation Strategies Branch has an opening for an Education Program Manager.
KDE employees work to support and improve our public education system so that the nearly 650,000 students attending public schools will have a bright and successful future. KDE offers its employees exciting and rewarding careers supporting Kentucky’s public education system. In addition to rewarding work, KDE employees enjoy excellent benefits and flexible work opportunities, including telecommuting commensurate with job duties and responsibilities. KDE is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in Kentucky’s public schools and the KDE workforce.
Key Responsibilities:

• Under the general direction of a Division Director, the Program Manager supervises staff in the Innovative Strategies Branch of the Division of Innovation. The role involves developing, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring various programs and initiatives as part of the branch and division’s broader goals.
• Program Development and Supervision: Supervise general responsibilities for time and work management of professional staff in the Innovative Strategies Branch. Oversee the development of action plans and progress monitoring for programs that aim to create more learner-centered systems and learning experiences including the Kentucky Innovative Learning Network (KY ILN), Local Laboratories of Learning (L3s), Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI), Portrait of a Learner, project-based learning, student micro-credentialing, and any new initiatives. Revise and enhance guidance, resources, and data collection processes for implementation to effectively support the rollout of emerging programs and personalized, competency-based learning initiatives across Kentucky districts. Ensure alignment of branch efforts with Kentucky’s United We Learn vision.
• Outreach and Collaboration: Serve on committees, councils, and other partnerships at the request of the Division Director. Provide regular communication and opportunities to learn about the branch’s work and priorities to local, state, and national audiences. Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance the impact of educational programs.
• Support for Learner-Centered Practices: Promote learner-centered education models that address the diversity of students’ backgrounds, strengths, and needs. Support the implementation of plans and processes developed by local schools, districts, and communities.
• Provide technical assistance to schools and districts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, and an ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative environment
• Good problem solving, technical, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and a high level of integrity and professional accountability
• Alignment with the mission of the Kentucky Department of Education

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office or school setting. Travel may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Anitra Williams at anitra.williams@education.ky.gov or 502-564-3716.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D