Education Program Consultant; Career and Technical Education) Des Moines Polk

Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.

The Iowa Department of Education’s mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. We’re looking for talented, passionate professionals to help build an education system that empowers every student to achieve their full potential.

As an Education Program Consultant within the Career and Technical Education Bureau, you’ll help Iowa schools and community colleges strengthen programs that connect classroom learning with practical skills and career opportunities.

You’ll work directly with educators in classroom settings to support and improve their applied science programs, with an emphasis on engineering, manufacturing, architecture and construction, or transportation. Through educator support, program development, and statewide coordination, you’ll help create meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for their next steps.

• Partner with educators in classroom settings to strengthen applied science instruction and CTE programming.
• Provide technical assistance and professional learning to support program development and improvement.
• Build strong working relationships with educators, school districts, and community colleges across Iowa.

• Provide leadership and guidance on CTE programming, administration, budgets, finance, and accountability.
• Coordinate with K–12 schools and community colleges to develop and improve CTE programs, services, and activities.
• Support programs focused on engineering, manufacturing, architecture and construction, or transportation.

• Assist schools and community colleges with developing grant applications.
• Review grant applications and support the approval process.
• Review expenditures and requests for payment to ensure they meet applicable requirements.

• Support alignment with the federal Carl
  
  D. Perkins legislation.
• Translate technical and regulatory information into clear, practical guidance educators and administrators can use.

• Contribute to Department, Division, and Bureau initiatives, meetings, and assigned work groups.
• Assist with additional CTE responsibilities that support the Department’s mission.

A successful candidate will bring, or demonstrate the ability and desire to develop, the following:

• A commitment to public service and improving educational opportunities for Iowa students.
• Strong technical skills and a strategic, analytical approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to guide collaborative work and lead teams without direct supervisory authority.
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical or regulatory information.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• The ability to navigate complex situations, resolve conflicts, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an interest in working with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators.
• Experience interpreting and implementing state or federal education law.

Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Some evening and weekend work is required, along with occasional in-state and out-of-state travel.

This role includes working directly with educators in classroom settings to support their applied science and CTE programs.

• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference for Iowa students, families, and communities.
• A collaborative,…