Reference #: 4327580THE POSITIONJoin us at the Department of Education and embark upon a challenging and rewarding new career opportunity!  We are seeking a Career and Technical Education Advisor I to provide leadership and technical assistance in the Nurse Aide Training Program for the federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 and PA Nurse Aide Residence Abuse Prevention Act 14 of 1997 to local operators of programs to train nurse assistants intended for employment in health care institutions.  If you have the necessary experience and foster an enthusiasm for helping others, we want to hear from you!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　As a Career and Technical Education Advisor I, specializing in healthcare occupations, you will assure a skilled workforce through quality career and technical education (CTE) services.  This entails completing onsite reviews of nurse aide training programs, utilizing the approved monitoring instrument based on Federal Regulations 42a CFR, Part 483 and Act 14 of 1997 State Regulations.  You will provide assistance to the bureau in the preparation of reports, state/federal plans, and the revision/interpretation of legislation, regulations, and standards as related to nurse aide training programs.  You will also assist with the process for approving nurse aide training program curricula submitted by locally operated nurse aide training programs.  It is essential to participate in professional development activities to stay current in trends in Pennsylvania's health care industry.

　　Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the .

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment

　　Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

　　Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, and report to the office every Monday.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

　　Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

　　You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　Four years of professional career and technical education experience in the area of the parenthetical including one year of experience developing and implementing specialized career and technical education curricula or programs; or

　　An equivalent combination of professional career and technical education experience and training in the area of the parenthetical, which includes one year of professional experience developing and implementing specialized career and technical education curricula or programs.

　　Other Requirements:

　　This particular position also requires applicants to possess a minimum of two years of full-time professional career and technical education health occupations experience in a 9-12 or postsecondary environment.

　　is currently waived for this title.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials ill not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

　　Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .

　　Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

　　If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.