Senior Educational Program Director-Doe

Senior Educational Program Director-DOE -

This is a supervisory position performing intermediate level work with the responsibility of overseeing the work and supervision of staff in the Office of Mathematics and Sciences, Bureau of Standards and Instructional Support in the Division of Public Schools. Work is performed under the limited guidance and supervision of the Chief of Standards and Instructional Support-DOE. Position leads agency or interagency personnel in the design and development of K-12 resources and strategies for implementation of instruction at the state and district levels.

Duties and responsibilities include communicating with, motivating, training, and evaluating employees, and planning and directing employees' work, and has the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such action, including all employees serving as supervisors, administrators, and directors in accordance with Section 110.205(2)(w), Florida Statutes.

The incumbent has the authority to make hiring recommendations as well as disciplinary recommendations. Bureau support duties and responsibilities include leading in the development, implementation and support of state curricular initiatives such as the Course Code Directory, Florida's state academic standards, virtual instructional provider reviews, Florida's Value-Added Models and instructional materials adoption. Leads the implementation of project or initiatives led by interagency bureaus and teams including, but not limited to, the Division of Early Learning, Bureau of School Improvement, the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition and the Bureau of K-12 Student Assessment.

Represents the program office, bureau and department on various internal and external committees, task forces and work groups as required. Reviews and makes recommendations regarding operations and procedures of the office, program plans and implementation activities. Oversees the fidelity and implementation of benchmarks-aligned, high-quality instruction. Ensures office and department compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Program specific duties and responsibilities include assisting the chief in bureau planning and management, using principles of quality management, including strategic planning, fostering innovation, providing for professional learning, facilitating and supporting the work of staff members, evaluating effectiveness and pursuing continuous quality improvement. Leads agency and FDOE hosted professional learning for the enhancement of essential skills and content related to the Office of Mathematics and Sciences.

Consults with and advises assessment personnel in the development of assessment materials related to K-12 Mathematics, Science or Computer Science. Coordinates and oversees multiple state/federal grant programs as assigned. Works closely with the bureau's Office of Grants Management and Project Support regarding grant processing, reporting and compliance, financial awards, obligations and expenditures. Ensures the workflow of the Office of Mathematics and Sciences continues even in the absence of the employee.

State policy implementation duties and responsibilities include assisting in the development and implementation of Florida State Board of Education Rules related to K-12 Mathematics, Science or Computer Science and any necessary documents. Assist personnel through bill analysis of draft legislation as assigned by the Florida Legislature. Prepares written reports or briefings on educational issues. Performs other duties as assigned.

The ideal incumbent has a working knowledge and understanding of state rules and regulations regarding personnel management—someone who excels in working under tight time frames with competing deadlines. Organizational skills and the ability to multitask are key to completing the duties and responsibilities of this position. Since this position travels and presents at conferences as well as provides training on a needed basis, the prospective applicant needs to be able to travel and is comfortable presenting to people and training new staff.

Knowledge of legislation, Florida Statute, Florida State Board of Education rules, school reform policies, instructional support, Florida state academic standards, FDOE initiatives, and effective communication strategies. Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Ability to be productive under tight time frames, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-Ability to work and perform under stressful conditions. Ability to demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit.

Ability to supervise, train and motivate staff. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing and…