PUBLIC SCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Date: Jan 26, 2024

Req ID: 36701

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Anticipated Starting Salary: 56,039

Position Number: 2208-2788
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: Feb 8, 2024
Student Support Services

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Special Application Information:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. List current/most recent jobs first. Account for all periods including unemployment, self-employment, and military service. A resume may be attached to your required online application form; however, it may not be used as a substitute for completing any part of our application package. To make a call using the Arkansas Relay Service, dial 1-800-285-1121 (Voice) or 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), and for customer service, dial 1-800-285-7192 (V/TDD).

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Program Coordinator for ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) is a crucial position that interplays with numerous DESE units and initiatives to ensure educators of learners identified as Els (English Learners) receive professional development and technical assistance to meet students’ needs. The work is guided by Section 5 of the AR DESE Rules Governing Students Special Needs Funding. These rules ensure compliance with federal statutes, specifically under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI) and the Equal Educational Opportunities Act of 1974 (EEOA). Extensive experience with budgeting is necessary – there is a $19,000,000 budget associated with ESOL services.

Position Information

Class Code: E016C

Grade: GS10

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $56,039.00 - $81,257.00

Summary

The Public School Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and coordinating the statewide education plan and providing administrative assistance to all school districts in the granting of federal funds. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and school board/agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises and coordinates the statewide education program through subordinate managers by conferring with the advisory council and department professionals, reviewing state and federal guidelines, and submitting the state application for federal funding under Title I. Coordinates the review, certification, and funding of applications from all school districts and determines eligibility for federal funding of education programs under Title I. Assists school district officials by interpreting state and federal laws and regulations and providing fiscal information and grant application forms. Develops evaluation reports from information received from school districts to provide progress reports to the United States Department of Education. Reviews reports submitted by professional support staff as a result of on-site visits to ensure program compliance. Develops policies and procedures for monitoring and evaluating federally funded programs and for receiving, reviewing, and approving fund applications from school district administrators. Determines the staff, material, and equipment needs for the section's operations and programs to develop budget. Coordinates the preparation of all reports and information requested from various offices and agencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Occasional in-state travel is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws and guidelines relating to funding for state education programs and public schools. Knowledge of public school administration. Knowledge of federal funding application writing techniques. Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource and organizational management. Ability to develop and oversee implementation of state education program policies and procedures. Ability to provide technical assistance concerning state and federal requirements for the funding of public schools. Ability to establish comprehensive organizational systems and programs and to direct operations through subordinate managers. Ability to interpret and apply state and federal laws and guidelines relating to funding for education and public schools. Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate information.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in secondary education, educational administration, or related field; plus five years of experience in education, public school administration, or a related field, including two years in a supervisory capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.