Resource Coordinator

Resource Coordinator

Department: Department of Education – Oliver Hodge Education Building

Agency: 265 Department of Education

Compensation: $42,560/year

The Sooner Start program is specifically tailored to cater to families with infants or toddlers who have developmental delays. As mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the program aims to supplement and provide necessary resources to aid families in augmenting their child's learning and development through routine learning opportunities. The Resource Coordinators are responsible for organizing, planning, and supervising the implementation of early intervention services for eligible infants, toddlers, and their families.

This role requires full in‑person attendance, with no options for remote work, telecommuting, or hybrid arrangements.

• Knowledge & Expertise:
  Current trends, best practices, and research in child development and IDEA.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works closely with families, primarily in their homes, to assess the need for medical, educational, developmental, social, and other related services and connects them with community resources.
• Planning and directing activities:
  Design, execute, and manage intervention services for infants and toddlers (aged 0‑2) with disabilities in accordance with the Oklahoma Early Intervention Act and IDEA guidelines.
• Developing & implementing solutions:
  Monitor and provide follow‑up activities to ensure services are implemented and adequately address the needs of the child and family.
• Compliance:
  Document early intervention services and compliance with program timelines according to IDEA, Part C regulations, by keeping accurate case records.
• Professional demeanor:
  Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; build and maintain positive relationships; demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct.
• Attendance:
  Regular and reliable in‑person attendance; punctuality and dependability are required.
• Innovation:
  Identify and address evolving needs and challenges; think critically, explore new ideas, and embrace innovative approaches to improve outcomes.
• Efficiency:
  Utilize resources effectively and streamline operations; identify opportunities for efficiency gains and implement best practices.
• Superior customer service:
  Provide outstanding assistance that exceeds expectations; create positive experiences and build relationships based on trust.

• Effective communication:
  Clearly and concisely express ideas, actively listen, adapt style to audience.
• Proactive independent work:
  Resourceful, self‑motivated, prioritize work, manage time, anticipate challenges.
• Team collaboration:
  Work effectively with others, share knowledge, respect ideas.
• Planning and organization:
  Set objectives, create action plans, delegate, and meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem‑solving:
  Analyze complex situations, identify key issues, create logical solutions.
• Stress tolerance:
  Work under pressure, remain calm, prioritize tasks.
• Relationship building:
  Build partnerships with stakeholders, resolve conflicts constructively.
• Technology proficiency:
  Leverage technology to streamline processes and improve customer experiences.

• Bachelor’s Degree in special education, early childhood education, family relations, psychology, sociology, nursing, or a closely related field (official transcripts required).
• OR a Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in programs serving youth and families may substitute for the specific degree requirements.

• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.
• Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job‑related travel.

• Generous Benefits Allowance:
  Up to $21,934.08 annually, tailored to family size, for purchasing benefits.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans:
  No pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Manage healthcare and/or dependent care expenses.
• Full Participation in TRS:
  Employer‑covered contributions (7.5% of annual salary) for…