Public Service Executive; Regional Special Education

Public Service Executive

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Iowa Department of Education's mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.

The Iowa Department of Education seeks a dedicated Public Service Executive to ensure all students with disabilities experience a world-class education that meets their needs, inspires them, and prepares them for bright futures.

Your Responsibilities:

• The Division Administrator position is a key member of the DOE leadership team and regularly participates in policy decisions at the highest management level of DOE. This position will administer, supervise and provide leadership within the Division of Special Education. Provide guidance, coordination and oversight for special education federal and state programs related to finance, data management, monitoring, evaluation and eligibility and service delivery.
• In cooperation with the Director and Deputy Director direct and evaluate special education service delivery programs including but not limited to finance, data management, evaluation and eligibility (i.e., child find), monitoring and special education delivery to districts and schools.
• Work with the Division of Special Education management staff to identify staffing needs for the division and oversee the hiring and evaluation of division staff. Directly supervise the selection, development, and coordination of division work.
• Work closely with the Director and Deputy Director to provide oversight of annual budget and expenditures for the division. Maintain a working knowledge of state and federal policy and the impact of proposed legislation on the bureaus, the institutions, and programs it oversees.
• Represent the Department of Education with various constituencies as requested by the Director and/or Deputy Director. Provide information and facilitate communication between the constituencies and the Department as it relates to special education (erg., State Board of Education, Superintendent's Advisory). Collaborate with other state agencies, postsecondary institutions, and professional organizations on initiatives and mutual concerns that will improve PK-12 education, specifically students with Individualized Education Plans.
• In conjunction with other department senior staff, provide direction and input to the operation of the agency. Assist with the development and implementation of the strategic plan and legislation priorities for the agency. Execute the implementation of Department and State Board policy and administrative rules.

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contact idoe.hr.

To ensure full consideration for this position, all requested materials must be completed and uploaded through the NEOGov online application process.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, occasional in-state and out-of-state travel

A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:

• Passion for accomplishing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Strong technical skills
• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Knowledge and experience with coordinating the development of legislation, administrative rules, and legislative proposals
• Ability to work collaboratively on, and provide leadership for, high-performing teams
• Ability to work independently, moving projects forward with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in complex situations and meet deadlines while leading teams as a non-traditional leader (no supervisory authority)
• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators
• Abili…