Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist

Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist

This first review of applications will be September 8, 2026. To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.

Why you would enjoy working here;
Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI's purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others.

We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners. Benefits of working for OPI:

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Health coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Job Overview:
The incumbent develops and manages CTE programs funded with both state and federal dollars. They are responsible for meeting the objectives mandated by federal and state laws. They provide educational services to the citizens of the state through the educational community and schools. These services include designing and managing program guidelines and standards to ensure effective curriculum, teaching and learning methodologies, educational assessments, teacher certification and school accreditation, technical assistance, and overall quality education statewide.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

• Knowledge of the theory, principals, and practices of educational and program administration; principals of planning and organization; teaching methodology and learning theory; philosophy, policy, rules, and regulations governing Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Working knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Demonstrated teaching success and skill in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Experience in advising a Career and Technical Student Organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to plan and direct educational and service program; to collaborate with others; to understand and apply federal and state laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of educational theory, research and assessment, group processes, data analysis, teaching methodologies, safety and health, school facilities and design, evaluation of programs and resource materials, tests and measurements, accreditation and certification, instructional technology (computers), equipment (instructional), research in current education practices, ability to access and retrieve national clearinghouses and data bases, state and federal laws, regulations, standards and policies. Familiarity with the integration of career and technical student organization programs into career and technical curriculum.
  
  Versed in leadership concepts and able to train others in their use. Adept in dealing with people to motivate, involve and enhance cooperation, diplomatic and skillful in conflict resolution.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience ):

• A bachelor's degree in education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Career and Technical Education, or another related field.
• Three years of Family and Consumer Sciences Education Teaching or related experiences.
• Three years of experience working with or managing career and technical student organizations.
• Proficient use and understanding of Excel, Adobe, Google Suite, and Web Design.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• If no applicants meet these minimum qualifications, a training assignment may be offered.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is in the TRS retirement system. Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.