Deputy Director

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　　Deputy Director

　　Salary

　　$126,755.20 - $180,128.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Job Number

　　24-02269

　　Agency

　　282 Iowa Department of Education

　　Opening Date

　　01/10/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/29/2024 11:59 PM Central

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　　Point of Contact

　　Tana Mullen at [email protected]

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　　Job Description

　　Iowa Department of Education’s mission is creating excellence in education through leadership and service. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to make this a reality.

　　We are looking for a highly motivated leader to serve as Deputy Director of Special Education. This position will provide leadership and oversight of the programmatic areas in the Special Education Division.

　　**Experience in PK-12 special education required.

　　Responsibilities Include -

　　In cooperation with the Director and Division Directors direct and evaluate special education service delivery programs, including but not limited to, finance, data management, evaluation and eligibility (i.e., Child Find) and special education delivery to districts and schools.

　　Administer, supervise and provide leadership for the Division of Special Education. Provide guidance, coordination and oversight for federal and state programs related to IDEA, including finance, data management, evaluation and eligibility and service delivery. Work in cooperation with the Director, Division Directors and Division Bureau Chiefs to direct and evaluate programs provided to districts, schools and Area Education Agencies.

　　Collaborate with other state agencies, postsecondary institutions, and professional organizations on initiatives and mutual concerns that will directly impact special education delivery.

　　Represent the Department of Education with various constituencies as requested by the Director. Provide information and facilitate communication between the constituencies and the Department as it relates to special education.

　　Advise the Director on actions and needs of the Division of Special Education and its work.

　　What’s in it for you?

　　Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities

　　Collaborative, positive work environment

　　Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow

　　Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country

　　Employee discounts from a variety of vendors

　　Competitive salary and benefits package that includes:

　　Insurance: Health, Dental, Life and Long-Term Disability

　　IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) and Retirement Investor Club (RIC)

　　Time Off and Leave: Sick, Vacation, Family and Military Leave

　　This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department of Education. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

　　Minimum Qualification Requirements

　　Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

　　Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education or public administration, and experience equal to five years of full-time work in teaching or educational administration.

　　A total of nine years of education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in education or public administration equals one year of full-time experience.

　　For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/DeputyDirectorDepartmentEducation-30142.pdf)

　　01

　　Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

　　Yes - I understand and agree.

　　No

　　02

　　PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

　　Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

　　No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

　　Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

　　03

　　Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education or public administration? IF YES, how many years do you have of full-time experience in teaching or educational administration:

　　No experience in the identified areas

　　Less than two years of experience in the identified areas

　　Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas.

　　Four to less than five years of experience in the identified areas.

　　Five or more years of experience in the identified areas

　　04

　　Do you have a total of nine years of accredited college or university course work in education or public administration AND/OR full-time work experience in teaching or educational administration? Thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in education or public administration equals one year of full-time experience?

　　Yes - I have the combined nine years of post high school education and/or experience

　　No - I do not have the combined nine years of post high school education and/or experience

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　　State of Iowa

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　　282 Iowa Department of Education

　　Address

　　Grimes State Office Building

　　400 E 14th St

　　Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

　　Website

　　https://www.educateiowa.gov/

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