Special Education Specialist at State of Indiana Indianapolis

Special Education Specialist – State of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN Role Overview

The Office of Special Education (OSE) ensures that all eligible students with disabilities are provided with free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. It also has the federally mandated responsibility to provide general supervision of all local education agencies (LEA) special education programs. The incumbent is responsible for:

• Serving as a member of the monitoring team
• Providing specific expertise on the collection, analysis, and reporting of data for federal indicators pertaining to preschool settings, skills, and transition from Part C to Part B services
• Providing technical assistance to LEAs
• Providing resources and assistance to parents

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $65,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Monitor education program/initiative objectives, outcomes, and actions to achieve agency goals.
• Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to constituents within educational institutions.
• Implement strategic action plans to address program gaps and opportunities.
• Prepare and disseminate reports on program effectiveness.
• Ensure program requirements adhere to federal and state policies and grant compliance.
• Assist in training and development of education system employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage.
• Serve as a liaison between the agency and other state and federal agencies.

The job profile does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours of work per pay period to receive their base biweekly salary.

• A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in a related field of study or expertise, or
• 6+ years of experience in a related field of expertise.
• Specialized knowledge in educational systems obtained through experience and/or education.
• Specialized knowledge of education programs and services including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references, including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to develop and implement new processes and approaches and discern far-reaching implications.
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate results and choose the best solution to solve problems.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Capability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

• Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program for completing wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457B account with employer match
• Two fully‑funded pension plan options
• Comprehensive leave policies, including:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education reimbursement program
• Group life insurance
• Referral bonus program
• Employee assistance program for behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free parking for most positions
• Free Linked In Learning access

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of the role. If you require reasonable accommodations, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at