Administrative Specialist

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The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is a dynamic, dedicated service agency that provides leadership, resources, support and accountability to the state's K-12 education system. KSDE administers the state's governance of education, standards and assessments, special education services, child nutrition and wellness, title programs and services, career and technical education, and financial aid. It is the goal of the agency to provide all Kansas children with equal access to a quality, high-level education that promotes student achievement and prepares all students for global success.

The department is governed by the Kansas State Board of Education, but the day-to-day administration of the agency is the responsibility of the Commissioner of Education, who is appointed by the Board of Education.

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

To assist the Kansas State Department of Education in carrying out the Kansas State Board of Education mission, we are recruiting for an Administrative Specialist on the Special Education team.

* Job Posting closes:
Open Until Filled

* Required documents uploaded:
Open Until Filled

* Job Location:

Topeka, KS (Landon State Ofc Bldg.)

* Potential start date:
As soon as possible
* * If the selected candidate is currently under an employment contract with a Kansas school district, the position will be held for them until the contractual obligations are fulfilled and then will join our team.

Kansas State Department of Education

900 SW Jackson St., Suite 102

Topeka, KS

www.ksde.gov

About the Position

* Who can apply:
Anyone (External)

* Classified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified

* Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time

* Regular/Temporary:
Regular

* Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, Hours to be determined

* Eligible to Receive Benefits:
Yes

Compensation: $23.14 Hourly

Employment Benefits

* Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

* Sick & Vacation leave

* Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

* Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

* Fitness Centers in select locations

* Employee discounts with the STAR Program

* Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

The person in this position performs administrative support responsibilities under the direct supervision of the Special Education leadership team, including team coordination for school improvement initiatives and work involving Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) federal regulations and guidance and Kansas State Board of Education (KSBE) regulations and initiatives for programs overseen by the team. Other key responsibilities include planning and organizing Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) meetings, KSBE materials, timekeeping, web management and working on agency conference committees.

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Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of experience in general office, clerical and administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Skills and/or

Qualifications:

* Ability to facilitate and work effectively in groups and team settings;

* Effective interpersonal and customer service skills;

* Effective time-management skills;

* Effective writing skills;

* Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills;

* Effective planning skills; and

* Effective oral and written communication including note taking skills.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in Microsoft Office programs and creating and using databases and spreadsheets.

Recruiter Contact Information:

Name:
Grace Keating

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