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Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01936-SnrCnslt-DPC-1123
Department: Department of Education
Division: Deputy Commissioner
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Primary Physical Work Address: Downtown/Denver Metro; Eligible for a hybrid flexible work assignment within CO, required to report to the work location per business needs
Department Information
This position is not part of the classified personnel system, applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.
Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado.
This announcement is posted until 11/30/23 or the preferred candidate is identified; it is in your best interest to apply early.
Colorado Department of Education - What We Do
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.
As the administrative arm of the , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.
CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.
Why Work For CDE
The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
Description of Job
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is Full-time, and is Hybrid (Remote/Home Office w/requirement to report to Work location per business needs),
The Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Specialist oversees programming that helps to prepare students for the next step in their educational and life pathway. This position will manage the Career Development Success Program, otherwise known as CDIP, and the Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH).
The CDIP program incentives school districts, charter schools, and BOCES that participate in work-based learning opportunities, such as industry-recognized certifications, apprenticeships and internships by reimbursing them per completed eligible student experience. P-TECHs are programs/schools that prepare students for high-potential careers in industry as they graduate with a high school diploma, an industry-recognized associate degree, and work-based learning experiences. The P-TECH partnership is between a school district, a community college(s), and one or more local high growth industry employer(s).
The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee procedures and processes, and manage the implementation and coordination of the CDIP program, with a focus on outreach to expand equitable CDIP participation in the state.
Oversee procedures and processes, and manage the implementation and coordination of P-TECHs.
Collaborate with the Colorado Department of Education's (CDE) Information Management Services unit to align data reporting requirements for multiple Office of Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness programs.
Lead oversight of CDE's Data Pipeline reporting system.
Review state statute and State Board of Education rules to produce documents relating to requirements of CDIP and P-TECH.
Compile and analyze participant self-reported data and create annual reports for CDIP, P-TECH, and other PWR programs as requested by the supervisor.
Serve as liaison to partner agencies, vendors, and other constituents related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Develop written correspondence, documents, reports and program related materials for internal and external audiences related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Monitor local education providers and BOCES to ensure program compliance with CDIP and P-TECH.
Plan and execute technical assistance, training, webinars, presentations, and professional learning related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Initiate, develop and implement (in coordination with CDE's communication team) creative options for communicating promising practices to the K-12 districts and charter schools.
Collaborate with department offices, state, and federal agencies related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Comply with all department, state, partner, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Develop application documents that meet statutory requirements.
o Make changes to applications and other documents based on feedback from the field.
o Review applications to determine if complete, what is missing.
o Decide on whether budgetary or other grant requests are allowable per statutory and other state guidelines and requirements.
o Decide on how to collect and distribute Personally Identifiable Information while adhering to state law.
o Develop reporting tools based on statutory and other state guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
OR Four (4) years of professional experience in a relevant field involving work-based experiences in partnership with K-12, Career and Technical Education, or Concurrent Enrollment.
Competency and Qualification Requirements:
At least three years of experience in K-12 education, higher ed, or work-based learning programs.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Time management skills- Multiple projects have different timelines and responsibilities- must be able to remain organized with time constraints.
Ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects at one time.
In-depth knowledge of state government processes and procedures and ability to navigate within them.
Excellent analytical skills, especially regarding program-related data.
Ability to interpret statutory data reporting requirements and implement technical solutions to accomplish them.
Ability to interpret and implement state statute and State Board of Education rules.
Ability to use multiple technological tools to support the field (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, survey tools, Syncplicity).
Ability to work closely with a team and to work independently to develop and maintain large
programs and projects.
Ability to collaborate with multiple different internal and external stakeholders (industry
representatives, technical assistance providers different CDE offices/units).
Experience with work-based learning programs.
Ability and willingness to travel.
The ability to pass a background check, which includes a motor vehicle records search.
Ability to communicate and present or provide training to a variety of audiences.
Knowledge of educational systems within the state of Colorado.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with technology systems and software, including webinar platforms, Microsoft Office products, and Google Drive.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in both secondary and postsecondary educational settings
Experience with work-based learning and other programs
Experience with working with industry partners.
The duties of this position may require occasional travel. A valid driver's license is required.
Conditions of Employment (Required):
Supplemental Information
Complete Applications must include:
**Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close will result in your application being removed from consideration.**
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us.
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we en...
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01936-SnrCnslt-DPC-1123
Department: Department of Education
Division: Deputy Commissioner
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 11/30/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Primary Physical Work Address: Downtown/Denver Metro; Eligible for a hybrid flexible work assignment within CO, required to report to the work location per business needs
Department Information
This position is not part of the classified personnel system, applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.
Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado.
This announcement is posted until 11/30/23 or the preferred candidate is identified; it is in your best interest to apply early.
Colorado Department of Education - What We Do
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.
As the administrative arm of the , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.
CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.
Why Work For CDE
The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
- Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
- Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
- Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- 160 hours of Paid Medical Family Leave (PMFL)
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals
- Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
- Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply)
- Paid professional development opportunities
- You are passionate about education and the success of educational programs
- You have a "Service" mindset in everything you do
- You can envision the big picture but define the smaller steps to get there
- You are insightful and empathetic
- You love where you live, and live where you work #ColorfulColorado
- You have 7 years under your belt of relevant or transferable skills, knowledge, or abilities in Experience, Or Education, Or Both!
Description of Job
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is Full-time, and is Hybrid (Remote/Home Office w/requirement to report to Work location per business needs),
- Office hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm
- Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs
- 5% Travel required within Denver Metro/Downtown for Meetings/Training
- 5% Travel Within the State of Colorado (outside the Denver Metro area)
- A Remote (Home) office is required
- Required to report to the work location per business needs
- Essential Functions (ADAAA)
- SEDENTARY/Office environment:
- Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time
- Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc.
- SEDENTARY/Office environment:
- Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.
The Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Specialist oversees programming that helps to prepare students for the next step in their educational and life pathway. This position will manage the Career Development Success Program, otherwise known as CDIP, and the Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH).
The CDIP program incentives school districts, charter schools, and BOCES that participate in work-based learning opportunities, such as industry-recognized certifications, apprenticeships and internships by reimbursing them per completed eligible student experience. P-TECHs are programs/schools that prepare students for high-potential careers in industry as they graduate with a high school diploma, an industry-recognized associate degree, and work-based learning experiences. The P-TECH partnership is between a school district, a community college(s), and one or more local high growth industry employer(s).
The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee procedures and processes, and manage the implementation and coordination of the CDIP program, with a focus on outreach to expand equitable CDIP participation in the state.
Oversee procedures and processes, and manage the implementation and coordination of P-TECHs.
Collaborate with the Colorado Department of Education's (CDE) Information Management Services unit to align data reporting requirements for multiple Office of Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness programs.
Lead oversight of CDE's Data Pipeline reporting system.
Review state statute and State Board of Education rules to produce documents relating to requirements of CDIP and P-TECH.
Compile and analyze participant self-reported data and create annual reports for CDIP, P-TECH, and other PWR programs as requested by the supervisor.
Serve as liaison to partner agencies, vendors, and other constituents related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Develop written correspondence, documents, reports and program related materials for internal and external audiences related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Monitor local education providers and BOCES to ensure program compliance with CDIP and P-TECH.
Plan and execute technical assistance, training, webinars, presentations, and professional learning related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Initiate, develop and implement (in coordination with CDE's communication team) creative options for communicating promising practices to the K-12 districts and charter schools.
Collaborate with department offices, state, and federal agencies related to CDIP and P-TECH.
Comply with all department, state, partner, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Develop application documents that meet statutory requirements.
o Make changes to applications and other documents based on feedback from the field.
o Review applications to determine if complete, what is missing.
o Decide on whether budgetary or other grant requests are allowable per statutory and other state guidelines and requirements.
o Decide on how to collect and distribute Personally Identifiable Information while adhering to state law.
o Develop reporting tools based on statutory and other state guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
OR Four (4) years of professional experience in a relevant field involving work-based experiences in partnership with K-12, Career and Technical Education, or Concurrent Enrollment.
Competency and Qualification Requirements:
At least three years of experience in K-12 education, higher ed, or work-based learning programs.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Time management skills- Multiple projects have different timelines and responsibilities- must be able to remain organized with time constraints.
Ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects at one time.
In-depth knowledge of state government processes and procedures and ability to navigate within them.
Excellent analytical skills, especially regarding program-related data.
Ability to interpret statutory data reporting requirements and implement technical solutions to accomplish them.
Ability to interpret and implement state statute and State Board of Education rules.
Ability to use multiple technological tools to support the field (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, survey tools, Syncplicity).
Ability to work closely with a team and to work independently to develop and maintain large
programs and projects.
Ability to collaborate with multiple different internal and external stakeholders (industry
representatives, technical assistance providers different CDE offices/units).
Experience with work-based learning programs.
Ability and willingness to travel.
The ability to pass a background check, which includes a motor vehicle records search.
Ability to communicate and present or provide training to a variety of audiences.
Knowledge of educational systems within the state of Colorado.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with technology systems and software, including webinar platforms, Microsoft Office products, and Google Drive.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in both secondary and postsecondary educational settings
Experience with work-based learning and other programs
Experience with working with industry partners.
The duties of this position may require occasional travel. A valid driver's license is required.
Conditions of Employment (Required):
- Work extended schedule per business needs
- Report to work location per business needs
- Willing to travel to complete the duties of the position.
- Valid Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.
Supplemental Information
Complete Applications must include:
- Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our
- Cover Letter: Required - Copy and Paste into the Supplemental Questions (11,000 character limit, aprx. 3 pages)
- Resume: Required - Copy and Paste into the Supplemental Questions (11,000 character limit, aprx. 3 pages)
- Transcript: Required if using education to meet MQs - Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".
- References: Required - Attached to the online application.
**Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close will result in your application being removed from consideration.**
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us.
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we en...
