CPS Educational Specialist V

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Lubbock, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Performs consultative and technical assistance work related to one or more agency educational programs involving planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring educational programs; and providing programmatic consultative and technical assistance to agency staff, Local Education Agencies (LEAs), Education Service Centers (ESCs), vendors, communities, and/or other governmental agencies.

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative and technical assistance work related to one or more agency educational programs. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may:

Oversee, plan, and develop program policies, procedures, and manuals.
Plan, develop, and track contract and grant deliverables and budgets related to the educational programs.
Plan, monitor, and evaluate the quality of the services and deliverables provided.
Identify the need for and implement new programs.
Manage vendor relationships.
Prepare cost estimates and legislation analyses.
Manage program budget.

Requirements

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area; public administration and management techniques; statistical analysis processes; and of program planning and implementation.
• Skill in the use of a computer and in using applicable software.
• Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; to prepare reports; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to oversee and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to coordinate and market agency programs.
• Graduation from an accredited College or University.
• For current DFPS employees: Must be a current CPS employee with at least 2 years experience with any stage of service or any CPS Supervisory experience.
• For current Educators: Must have at least 3 years experience working in the education field.
• Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver’s record check.
• State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.
• As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.
• DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

Nice To Haves

• Preferred field of study to be in Education.
• For Education Field Applicants: Teacher certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and monitors educational programs.
• Coordinates with LEAs and internal program staff to explain and provide technical assistance or training on statutory agency and program educational requirements.
• Coordinates, consults, and collaborates with external stakeholders and vendors to provide effective program services.
• Provides technical assistance with program products and tools.
• Disseminates information regarding program services to various groups through correspondence and presentations.
• Conducts surveys, reviews, and monitoring activities to determine compliance with program requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts field visits to coordinate, assist with, train staff on, and/or evaluate program implementation.
• Collaborates with program staff to determine program trends and resolve technical problems.
• Reviews and analyzes educational program functions and operations; prepares reports of findings and recommendations to produce a more effective program.
• Performs comprehensive reviews of literature, statutes, rules, and/or policies.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
• Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

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