Assistant Administrator - Career, Technical, & Adult Education (Administrator)

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Career and Technical Education is experiencing significant growth, and Nebraska is at the forefront of this movement. The 'Good Life, Great Careers' initiative by the NDE aims to connect students, educational institutions, and industry partners to effectively prepare learners for successful careers and futures. This is a dynamic and impactful role involving numerous stakeholders dedicated to achieving excellence. As the Assistant Administrator for the Office of CTE, you will play a key role in driving strategic priorities, fostering relationships across education and workforce sectors, and collaborating with a team committed to continuous improvement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in the field of education or related subject area.
Five years of experience related to the essential functions of the position to include leadership and/or managerial experience.
PreK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school, or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country.
Eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807.
A Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in education or related subject area and experience teaching Career and Technical Education at a secondary or postsecondary level or leading other career or workforce initiatives.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience with teams of six or more including managing personnel, working with budgets, program planning, and implementation.
Experience developing and presenting professional development for teachers, as well as youth development and managing Career and Technical Student Organizations.

Responsibilities

Collaborates to implement the vision and mission for Nebraska Career & Technical Education by engaging in strategic planning, goal setting, and integration of NDE and Nebraska CTE priorities.
Assists in the management of the Center for Student Leadership and Expanded Learning (CSLEL), which includes all Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) authorized Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs).
Organizes, facilitates, and delivers professional development to CTE teachers and administrators at middle, secondary, and postsecondary levels.
Assists in providing state-level leadership and management of Career & Technical Education (CTE) grants such as the Strengthening Career & Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (including the management of statewide leadership funds provided by the Act) and the State CTE grant, to school districts, Educational Service Units (ESUs), and community college personnel on quality CTE programs and instruction.
Assists with research and data reporting and analysis efforts related to CTE, including student achievement outcomes and program effectiveness.
Works collaboratively to complete annual and biennial budgets, and ensures the budget reflects major projects and initiatives, operational requirements, and changes in state and/or federal regulations.
Provides leadership in the hiring, supervision, and potential discipline of staff.
Conducts performance management activities including establishing annual goals related to the strategic plan, holding check-in meetings to discuss goal progress, and completing performance appraisals.
Facilitates a continuous learning environment by promoting professional development to ensure all employees have the opportunity and skills to be efficient and effective in meeting the goals of the agency.
Delegates work and projects appropriately among staff.

Benefits

79% employer-paid health insurance
dental
vision
long and short-term disability
flex spending and health savings accounts
employee discount program
Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!)
a variety of other leave types
156% state-matched retirement for state plans, or 101% state-matched retirement for school plans
Thirteen paid holidays per year