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

• Process criminal history background reviews for individuals seeking certification/licensure/employment for the certification coordinator’s review process so that accurate records are retrieved, disseminated, and managed.
• Proof and sign letters referencing a candidates’ suitability to teach or work in an unsupervised capacity with children. Documents are made available to the individual and the court.
• Proof and edit documents which are made available to the certification coordinator for signature, providing employment suitability status of individuals seeking unsupervised work with children.
• Review updated criminal history records from ALEA.
• Review reports of alleged misconduct involving certificate and license holders received from Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and other education agencies outside Alabama.
• Provide consultation to applicants with questions regarding the Alabama State Department of Education’s criminal history background check procedures.
• Work with various stakeholders to ensure continuity of the agency’s criminal history background check process throughout Alabama.
• Advise LEA representatives and other individuals on basic background check requirements and review status accurately.
• Compose emails and other forms of correspondence concerning background review procedures and requirements.
• 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

Experience:

• Knowledge of Criminal Justice policy/procedures strongly preferred
• Computer related skills required-Microsoft Office

Other Skills:

• Possess strong motivational skills
• Be attentive to details
• Possess organizational skills
• Be team-oriented and flexible
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Use problem-solving skills

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 Departmentfor 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:

Alabama State Department of Education
Attention:Stacey Stallworth
5215 Gordon Persons Building
PO Box 302101
Montgomery, AL 36130-2101

Or email as an attachment to: