Education Specialist I – Accountability

ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A POSITION

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Approved for Internal and External Consideration


Position Title: Education Specialist I

Position Code: 30122

Salary Range: $49,267.20-$100,651.20

Position Location: Accountability Section, Montgomery

Open Date: February 2024


The Accountability Section of the Alabama State Department of Education intends to employ one (1) Education Specialist I.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

  • Oversee the data collection, validation, and publication of the Education Report Card
  • Assist in the management of the accountability systems and program
  • Assist in the development and editing of business rules
  • Assist in the analysis and interpretation of data
  • Develop validation procedures to ensure accuracy in the reporting of results
  • Develop presentations, handbooks and training materials
  • Plan, organize, and implement professional development activities
  • Complete SDE reports, proposals, and administrative documents
  • Prepare SDE correspondence to LEAs and the public
  • Provide technical assistance to local education agency and school personnel
  • Monitor the accountability sections of Alabama’s ESSA Plan
  • Research state and federal laws and trends in accountability
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in an approved subject matter or education specialty area
  • Five (5) years of professional experience in teaching, education administration or a related assignment including three (3) years of professional experience in one of the specialty areas listed on the State Personnel job announcement
  • Psychometrics or mathematics preferred but not required

Experience:

  • Research and data analysis experience required
  • Statistical analysis experience preferred but not required
  • Knowledge and experience with the accountability program preferred but not required
  • Computer related skills required – Microsoft Office, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Computer skills preferred – Microsoft Power BI and Microsoft Access

Other Skills:

  • Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Possess strong organization and data management skills
  • Be attentive to details
  • Possess strong motivational skills
  • Ability to work independently on multiple assignments
  • Ability to use problem-solving skills to generate solutions
  • Knowledge and experience in training

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit their website at the Alabama State Personnel DepartmentNew Windowfor instructions on the application process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

 

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email a cover letter and résumé as an attachment to:

 

Dr. Marcus Vandiver