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EDUCATION PROGRAM CONSULTANT - 31038106

Published: 5/28/2025 4:25 PM

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), OFFICE OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND SUPPORT, DIVISION OF STUDENT SUCCESS, SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE SCHOOLS BRANCH, has an opening for an EDUCATION PROGRAM CONSULTANT in Frankfort. ​

The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky's public schools and districts as they implement the state's P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.

The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors.

The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state. 

OUR MISSION:

To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each student.

OUR CORE VALUES:

Equity.
Achievement.
Collaboration.
Integrity.

The department's major activities include:

Administering the statewide assessment and accountability system.

Providing technical assistance to schools and districts in the areas of finance, management and curriculum.

Providing support and information to the Kentucky Board of Education as it promulgates state education regulations.

Overseeing the state education technology system and monitoring school and district compliance with state and federal laws.

Providing instructional services to students at Kentucky School for the Blind, Kentucky School for the Deaf and the Area Technology Centers.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Provide professional learning opportunities and technical assistance for teachers and administrators; assists in program implementation and curriculum development for improving school climate and culture.

Provide consultative services and technical assistance to Title IV Part A and alternative education programs (A5 & A6 programs).

Conduct monitoring activities as appropriate. Participate in scholastic reviews and school safety assessments.

Prepare and submit all required state and federal reports. Serve as support person for safe schools' annual statistical report and assist with state and federal school safety grant activities.

Collect, organize, and disseminate materials/information to school districts, particularly in the areas of school climate/culture, mental health, positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), as well as bullying, substance use and suicide prevention.

Develop and maintain files of exemplary resources, materials and programs.

Respond to calls and correspondence requesting assistance with school safety concerns or school safety-related programming and information concerning their educational programs.

Serve as liaison to other offices within KDE and external agencies.

Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment).

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Optional Insurance (Dental/Vision).

Life Insurance.

Retirement savings.

Paid Leave (annual, sick, compensatory, jury, voting, election, blood donation, living organ, educational, military).

Paid holidays (12.5 days per year, 13.5 days in a Presidential Election year).

Deferred Compensation/Free Financial Planning Program.

Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.

A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Flexible Work Schedules.

Employee Resource Groups.

Employee Recognition.


Employee Wellness Programs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
 
EDUCATION:

Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education or a related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

Three years of professional experience in education, career and technical education, or a related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

NONE.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

Current Rank II or Rank I certification by the Department of Education or Education Professional Standards Board will substitute for the required educational requirement. Additional professional experience in the field of education will substitute for the required educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

NONE.

Pay Grade: 16       
         
Gross Monthly Salary Range: $4,230.04-$5,169.46 - 37.5 Hr.

Position Number: 31038106
 
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.

For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel Cabinet

Inquiries about this position should be directed to: Anitra Williams, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY  40601; Fax: 502-564-6771.
Email: anitra.williams@education.ky.gov
 
The closing date to apply for this position: June 6, 2025.
 
The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at
1-888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify.
 
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D

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