What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career and Technical Education Specialist position at RI Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, Office of Human Resources?
The Rhode Island Department of Education seeks a dynamic Career and Technical Education Specialist to support our statewide CTE initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills and experience in data collection and analysis to inform program decisions, along with proven ability to manage federal and state grants with meticulous attention to compliance. This role requires expertise in program approval, program monitoring, developing and delivering effective teacher training, and collaborating seamlessly with both internal department teams and external stakeholders including school districts, industry partners, community organizations, and other state agencies. The successful candidate will contribute to expanding high-quality CTE opportunities that prepare students for in-demand careers while meeting the needs of Rhode Island’s diverse workforce.
DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
NONCLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Career and Technical Education Specialist
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Incumbents are responsible for participating in the implementation of career and technical educational programs for youths and adults, providing technical assistance to support educational and vocational programs, and evaluating related programs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of a manager with wide latitude to exercise independent judgement. Work is subject to review on a periodic basis or upon completion for results achieved and for adherence to professional standards of conduct.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Generally none. May work as part of teams and in collaboration with others with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement to achieve results. May be involved in providing input to the performance management process as a peer or colleague as appropriate.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Manages and assists in the implementation of career and technical education programs to ensure adequate education programs are available to individuals.
Provides technical assistance to local career and technical educational programs and career and technical centers in order to design programs, train staff and make recommendations for improvements.
Establishes and participates in various committees and task forces to help develop and evaluate programs.
Supports local programs to promote youth and adult career and technical educational initiatives, such as family literacy, vocational development and related issues.
Serves as the liaison to outside organizations and agencies regarding youth and adult career technical education services.
Provides assistance to the Office of Finance & Business with grant reviews, purchasing, and the preparation of various reports.
Provides support and coordination for RIDE initiatives related to the office of multiple pathways.
Performs related work as assigned.
