Specialist, Pathways to Partnerships - Oklahoma City, United States - State of Oklahoma

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Job Posting TitleSpecialist, Pathways to PartnershipsAgency265 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONSupervisory OrganizationDepartment of Education-Oliver Hodge Education BuildingJob Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

May 06, 2024Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)Full/Part-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensation$55,000-$60,000Job DescriptionABOUT USAt the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE), we go beyond merely offering jobs - we actively seek out extraordinary individuals to join our team.

As the primary agency entrusted with overseeing K-12 public education in Oklahoma, we are steadfastly devoted to making a meaningful impact on the districts and students we serve.

Our exceptional team at OSDE is renowned for its commitment to superior customer service, innovation, and unwavering dedication to shaping a brighter future for students across the state.

We work hand-in-hand with over 500 school districts and maintain a close partnership with the legislature, ensuring that each and every Oklahoma student receives the exceptional education they deserve.

If you're in search of a fulfilling career that allows you to make a profound difference in the lives of children, you've arrived at the right place.

Join us in our mission to empower students and elevate the standard of education in Oklahoma.

For further insights into OSDE, please visit our website at SUMMARYThe Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) is dedicated to promoting a supportive and equitable education for students with disabilities in Oklahoma.

As a Specialist on the 'Pathways to Partnership' grant, you will play a crucial role in our mission to ensure a successful secondary transition for Oklahoma students with disabilities.

You will be responsible for delivering comprehensive training, support, and guidance to school district staff, empowering them to better serve and support students with disabilities during their transition from secondary education to post-secondary life.

Funding Source:
This position is funded by a federal grant scheduled to end on September 29, 2028.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in special education, secondary transition, or related field [official transcripts required upon hire];
• Four (4) years of experience in special education at the secondary level with extensive knowledge of the secondary transition process for students with disabilities in Oklahoma;
• Possession of a valid teaching certificate in Special Education;ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Comprehensive Knowledge and Expertise: Extensive knowledge of secondary transition services for students with disabilities, including transition planning, work-based learning, and post-secondary education and employment options. Proficiency in designing and delivering professional development to empower educators and professionals in enhancing their support for students during the transition to post-secondary education.
• Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs, workshops, and resources to school district staff. These programs should cover a wide range of topics related to secondary transition and the needs of students with disabilities.
• Needs Assessment: Conduct needs assessments within school districts to identify specific areas where additional support and resources are required to improve the secondary transition process for students with disabilities.
• Resource Development: Create and curate resources, tools, and materials that will aid school district staff in effectively supporting students with disabilities. Ensure that these resources are up-to-date and readily accessible.
• Consultation and Support: Provide ongoing consultation and support to school district staff, assisting them in addressing individual challenges and facilitating the development of tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with other members of the 'Pathways to Partnership' grant team, as well as external stakeholders, to align efforts, share best practices, and coordinate activities for maximum impact.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze data to assess the effectiveness of training programs and initiatives. Use this data to inform improvements and adjustments as needed.
• Advocacy and Outreach: Advocate for the rights and needs of students with disabilities and their families. Engage in outreach efforts to raise awareness and foster community engagement.
• Professional Demeanor: Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude at all times; ability to build and maintain positive work relationships; demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of your work; ability to display a high level of professionalism in communication, behavior, and appearance; ability to accept constructive feedback to increase performance.
• Attendance: Regular and reliable in-person attendance is required to ensure quality teamwork, performance, productivity, and collaboration; ability to demonstrate a commitment to your work and team by committing to punctuality and dependability in the work environment; this includes arriving to work on time, being present, engaged, and available to colleagues, internal and external customers.
• Innovation: Ability to identify and address the evolving needs and challenges of the education landscape; ability to think critically, explore new ideas and embrace innovative approaches to improve educational outcomes for all students; apply creativity, resourcefulness, and forward-thinking in finding solutions to complex problems and driving positive change in the field of education.
• Efficiency: Ensure our resources are utilized effectively, and our operations are streamlined; optimize our processes, eliminate redundancies, and leverage technology to enhance productivity and performance; proactively identify opportunities for efficiency gains and implement best practices.
• Superior Customer Service: Willingness to go above and beyond to provide outstanding assistance that exceeds expectations, ability to create positive experiences and build relationships based on trust and satisfaction; maintain a positive and helpful attitude using the appropriate language, tone, and behavior to reflect the agency in a way that leaves a positive and favorable impression.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES* Effective Communication:
Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas, while also listening actively to others and demonstrating understanding; Ability to demonstrate empathy by showing respect and understanding for the feelings and perspectives of others while paying close attention to non-verbal cues; Ability to adapt communication style to suit the needs of the audience and situation.

• Take a proactive approach and work independently: Be resourceful and self-motivated, prioritize work effectively by managing your time well, anticipating challenges, developing creative solutions, paying close attention to detail, and taking ownership of your work.
• Collaborate as a team player: Ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal. Including being openminded, respectful, and responsive to others' ideas and perspectives. Sharing knowledge and experience while being committed to achieving the teams' objectives and understanding the importance of working collaboratively to achieve success.
• Demonstrate excellent planning and organizational skills: Ability to set clear objectives, create a plan of action, break down complex tasks into manageable components, delegate tasks when necessary, and establish a realistic timeline to meet deadlines consistently while developing contingency plans to ensure adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, patterns, connections and develop effective logical solutions; Ability to think critically, anticipate potential problems and develop innovative solutions to address them.
• Ability to function well in an, at times, stressful, fast paced and deadline driven environment: Ability to work under pressure and in situations where time is limited whilst remaining calm and focused, prioritizing tasks, and adapting to changing circumstances.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders: Ability to identify opportunities for collaboration, leverage resources effectively, and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes. Possess strong interpersonal skills in order to resolve conflicts and manage difficult conversations in a constructive and professional manner.
• Knowledge of technology and ability to use it to maximize efficiency and services: Ability to identify opportunities to leverage technology to streamline processes, automate tasks, and improve customer experiences; Familiarity with software, hardware and other relevant technological tools while being able to learn new technologies as they emerge

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTLocation:
Oliver Hodge Building, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

• Work is typically performed in a climate-controlled office setting with exposure to moderate noise. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently required to talk, stand, walk.

This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and phone.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time;* Ability to stand, reach and bend 50% of the time;* Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine/printer, office telephone 75% of the time;* Ascends/descends stairs 25% of the time;* Communicate with others accurately and effectively 100%;* Ability to lift to 25 lbs.

TRAVEL50% in-state/out-of-state travel may be required to conduct, facilitate and/or attend meetings and trainings.
TELEWORKThe position is ineligible for telework.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS* Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship;* Successful completion of a pre-employment background check;* Must possess a to perform necessary job-related travel.

EEO STATEMENTThe Oklahoma Department of Education provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, OSDE complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

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