Education Associate 3 (PCN 051668)

State of Alaska • Statewide, AK

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Education Associate 3 collaborates with state and district staff to provide training and technical assistance for recruiting and identifying children eligible for Title I, Part C Education of Migratory Children services. The position supports districts in developing recruitment plans, timelines, and procedures, produces training materials, and helps ensure student records are processed efficiently. It also manages statewide Title I-C data collections and submits required reports to state and federal stakeholders, querying data systems and verifying information before submission to the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development and the U.S. Department of Education.

The role conducts statewide training, virtually or in person, on identifying and recruiting migratory children, particularly during August and September. It involves daily interaction with school district staff and leaders, contractors, and DEED colleagues through phone, email, meetings, and written and oral technical assistance and presentations. Travel to remote parts of Alaska is required throughout the year and may involve small aircraft, boats, or ferries, and occasional overnight stays in a school when lodging is unavailable. Personal leave may not be available in August and September.

The position is with the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development. The department's mission is to provide an excellent education for every student every day. The team is collaborative and close-knit, values service and teamwork, and offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Telework and flexible scheduling may be permitted for eligible candidates, although occasional in-person attendance may be necessary, especially during the fall training season. Offices are in Juneau and Anchorage.

Requirements

• Open to Alaskan residents only.
• Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: graduation from an accredited college, preferably in administration and/or education, plus one year of experience as an Education Associate 2 with the State of Alaska or equivalent experience elsewhere; or six years of experience in education, counseling, or administrative services, including two years at the technical/paraprofessional level; or a combination of these qualifications.
• For the six-year experience pathway, graduate study may substitute year for year for specialized experience, and undergraduate study, preferably in administration and/or education, may substitute year for year for generalized experience.
• Travel to remote parts of Alaska at all times of the year, sometimes by small aircraft, small boat, or ferry.
• Attend statewide training activities during August and September; personal leave may not be available during those months.
• Submit a cover letter of no more than two to three paragraphs and limited to one page, describing relevant knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and benefit to the position.
• Provide three professional references at interview, including the current or most recent supervisor if not already provided.
• Provide academic transcripts to verify qualifications when education is used to meet or support minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of data methods, data systems, spreadsheets, workbooks, and data collections.
• Ability to anticipate and meet internal and external customer needs, provide high-quality products and services, and pursue continuous improvement.
• Ability to help others learn, identify training needs, provide constructive feedback, coach, and mentor.
• Technical competence acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience, including the ability to understand and evaluate job-related technical information and advise others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with state and district staff to provide training and technical assistance for recruiting and identifying children eligible for Title I, Part C Education of Migratory Children services.
• Support districts in developing recruitment plans, timelines, and procedures.
• Produce training materials and ensure efficient processing of student records.
• Manage statewide Title I-C data collections and submit required reports to state and federal stakeholders.
• Query data systems and verify information before submission to the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development and the U.S. Department of Education.
• Conduct statewide virtual or in-person training on identifying and recruiting migratory children, particularly during August and September.
• Communicate with district staff and leaders, contractors, and DEED colleagues by phone, email, in-person meetings, and written and oral technical assistance documents and presentations.
• Travel to remote parts of Alaska throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

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