Division Director, Division of Special Education

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　　Division Director, Division of Special Education

　　Salary

　　$107,536.00 - $167,897.60 Annually

　　Location

　　Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Job Number

　　24-02270

　　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 (DOE) 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 a Division Director of Special Education. This position will provide leadership and oversight for assigned programmatic area staff.

　　**Experience in PK-12 special education required.

　　Responsibilities Include:

　　The Division Director position is a key member of the DOE leadership team and regularly participates in policy decisions at the highest management level of DOE. This position will administer, supervise and provide leadership within the Division of Special Education. Provide guidance, coordination and oversight for special education federal and state programs related to finance, data management, monitoring, evaluation and eligibility and service delivery.

　　In cooperation with the Director and Deputy Director direct and evaluate special education service delivery programs including but not limited to finance, data management, evaluation and eligibility (i.e., child find), monitoring and special education delivery to districts and schools.

　　Work with the Division of Special Education management staff to identify staffing needs for the division and oversee the hiring and evaluation of division staff. Directly supervise the selection, development, and coordination of division work.

　　Work closely with the Director and Deputy Director to provide oversight of annual budget and expenditures for the division. Maintain a working knowledge of state and federal policy and the impact of proposed legislation on the bureaus, the institutions, and programs it oversees.

　　Represent the Department of Education with various constituencies as requested by the Director and/or Deputy Director. Provide information and facilitate communication between the constituencies and the Department as it relates to special education (erg., State Board of Education, Superintendent's Advisory). Collaborate with other state agencies, postsecondary institutions, and professional organizations on initiatives and mutual concerns that will improve PK-12 education, specifically students with Individualized Education Plans.

　　In conjunction with other department senior staff, provide direction and input to the operation of the agency. Assist with the development and implementation of the strategic plan and legislation priorities for the agency. Execute the implementation of Department and State Board policy and administrative rules.

　　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:

　　1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to seven years of full-time management-level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.

　　2) Eleven years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.

　　3) All of the following (a and b):

　　a. Seven years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and

　　b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

　　4) All of the following (a, b, and c):

　　a. Five years of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and

　　b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and

　　c. A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

　　5) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management-level position.

　　For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/PublicServiceExecutive-00787-80787.pdf)

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　　Retirement Planning:

　　We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

　　Paid Time Off:

　　Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

　　Professional Development:

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　　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 four-year college or university? IF YES- How many years of experience do you have of full-time management-level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation?

　　I have not graduated from an accredited four-year college or university

　　Less than three years of experience in the identified areas

　　Three years to less than seven years of experience in the identified areas

　　Seven years or more of experience in the identified areas

　　04

　　How many years of experience do you have of full-time management-level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation?

　　I do not have any experience in the identified areas

　　Less than five years of experience in the identified areas

　　Five years to less than 11 years of experience in the identified areas

　　Eleven years or more of experience in the identified areas

　　05

　　Do you have seven years of full-time work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation? IF YES - How many years do you have of a combination of post high school education AND/OR ADDITIONAL experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation? 30 semester hours equals one year of experience. Applicants must not count the same experience that was used to qualify on the first portion of the question. The experience must be ADDITIONAL experience in the identified areas. NOTE - Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

　　I do not have seven years of full-time work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation

　　Less than four years of the combined education and/or experience

　　Four years or more of the combined education and/or experience

　　06

　　Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months do you have of full-time experience in the classification of Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management-level position for the State of Iowa?

　　I am not a State of Iowa employee

　　I do not have any experience in the identified areas

　　Less than 12 months of experience in the classification of Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management-level position for the State of Iowa

　　12 months or more of experience in the classification of Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management-level position for the State of Iowa

　　07

　　Please review all three parts of the question - "A, B and C" Your final answer will be your answer to Part "C". A. Do you have five years of full-time work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation? IF YES - PLEASE REVIEW "B" B. Do you have a combination of a total of four years of post high school education and/or full-time experience (as described in part A)? Thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. APPLICANTS MUST NOT USE THE SAME EXPERIENCE AS WAS USED FOR PART A. IT MUST BE ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE. IF YES- PLEASE REVIEW "C" C. How many years do you have of a combination of accredited GRADUATE college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) and/or experience (as described in PART A)? Twenty-four semester hours equals one year of experience. APPLICANTS MUST NOT USE THE SAME EXPERIENCE AS WAS USED FOR PARTS A and B. IT MUST BE ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE. NOTE- For Part "C" - Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or graduate education.

　　I do not have any of the graduate level education and/or experience

　　Less than two years of the combined graduate level education and/or experience

　　Two years or more of the combined graduate level education and/or experience

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　　State of Iowa

　　Agency

　　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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