Assistant Administrator of Special Education & Director-IDEA Part B (Administrator)

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as an Assistant Administrator for the Office of Special Education and Director of IDEA Part B to provide strategic leadership and guidance for the office aligned with the State Board’s strategic priorities. The Office of Special Education is looking for a team-oriented individual with high accountability and integrity, with a focus on customers. This role offers the ability to make an impact in the most vulnerable student population and influence education across the state of Nebraska, fostering a very inclusive work environment. The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.

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 and 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.
• Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching per 92 NAC 21, seven years of experience related to the essential functions of the position to include leadership and/or managerial experience and 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, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807.

Nice To Haves

• Six-Year Specialist Certificate.
• At least three years of successful experience as a Special Education Director in a preK-12 public school.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Senior Administrator of the Office of Special Education with establishing the overall vision, goals, and implementation activities of the Office of Special Education.
• Collaborates to develop the State Performance Plan, Annual Performance Report, and State Systemic Improvement Plan.
• Conducts research and provides vision for implementing evidence-based strategies in Nebraska.
• Provides leadership, consultation, and technical assistance for sections and programs related to Special Education law and emerging issues or programs to school districts, the Board of Education, and the public.
• Participates in the implementation and ongoing review of the Nebraska Department of Education 92 NAC 51 (Rule 51) through contributing to the annual evaluation and refinement process and providing guidance on the rule’s requirements and application.
• Directs the Special Education team in development of annual data collection, analysis, and calculation for disproportionate representation.
• Notifies and provides support to school districts.
• Supports the Special Education State Complaint Investigation System by training complaint investigators, contributing to analysis and identification of issues and documentation, and reviewing the Findings of Fact and Letters of Finding prior to dissemination.
• Collaborates with other NDE staff to develop and deliver professional development opportunities for secondary and postsecondary career education instructors, school providers, and administrators to ensure development of future ready special education educators.
• 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.
• Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
• 79% employer-paid health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Flex spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Employee discount program
• Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!)
• Variety of other leave types
• 156% state-matched retirement for state plans
• 101% state-matched retirement for school plans
• Thirteen paid holidays per year
• Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director