Business​/Educational Partner Specialist II, Workforce Development Branch

Overview

Description:

APPLICANTS MAY BE EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS, TEACHERS AND OTHER QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED:
This position is included in the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment. A written examination/assignment may be administered to help determine possession of the knowledge and abilities portions of the minimum qualification requirements.

• Designs, develops and implements processes and procedures to operationalize workforce development engagement initiatives in alignment with HIDOE priorities and in compliance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, policies, and guidance. Supports the development and interpretation of pertinent policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to workforce development within HIDOE.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to create, promote, evaluate, and refine engagement opportunities for students to advance knowledge, employability skills, and experience necessary to succeed in the evolving workforce. Works directly with staff and community organizations to ensure resources are appropriately utilized to promote student learning and success.
• Supports and stewards educational, communication, and engagement outreach to businesses and organizations. Identifies processes and system operations to improve and streamline systems, communications, and high-quality services within the Department to better support HIDOE's workforce development initiatives. Conducts studies and prepares and submits reports with actionable recommendations to the branch director as needed.
• Administers and manages contracts with service providers and venues, including setting milestones and deadlines, monitoring progress, and evaluating outcomes of projects, events, and implementation of initiatives. Recommends corrective actions to address deficiencies in meeting program goals and requirements.
• Develops and implements work plans and priorities for engagement projects, programs, and events related to workforce development initiatives and professional development learning to build capacity and increase student achievement across the state. Oversees and manages all project and event components from conception to implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Provides leadership in planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of workforce development engagement initiatives and provides guidance and technical assistance for implementation. Provides consultative assistance in planning and decision-making related to workforce development initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration or business administration.

Education Substitution: (1) Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university PLUS two (2) years of excess professional work experience which involved responsibility in program planning, development and financing, or cumulative equivalent experience.

• Excess professional work experience described may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Four (4) years of responsible professional work experience in program planning, development and financing, of which one (1) year shall have been in an education program, agency or system.

Desired

Experience:

Management of planning, logistics and events related to educational organization or professional development functions.

Combined

Education and Experience:

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable, as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency or system.

Knowledge: Public administration; organizational change and laws; effective public relations; group decision making and interpersonal persuasion; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment.
Desired Knowledge: General administrative planning principles and practices applicable to large organizations; basic organization of State government; managed events and planning; report writing.

Ability: Develop, analyze and evaluate plans, programs, and procedures; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computers and other business machines.

Desired Ability: Successfully perform critical daily functions; manage high-level special projects, events and coordinate cross-functional efforts across offices.

Salary Range: EOSR-7, $113,660 to $160,893. Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All others will be placed on the first step of $113,660.

Work Year and Benefits: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.

Posting Cycle: Vacant or unfilled positions may be…