High School Equivalency Administrator (Adult Basic Literacy Education Advisor 1)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position oversees the Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma (CSSD) program in Pennsylvania, including high school equivalency (HSE) testing and the 30 college credit option. The role manages the high school equivalency section, overseeing CSSD and HSE program activities while ensuring access and compliance. The administrator will stay current with national trends and activities related to HSE.

Requirements

• Four years of professional experience in the field of adult basic or literacy education, including one year in an administrative capacity; and a bachelor’s degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of administrative experience in adult basic or literacy education.
• Must meet the PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all section work follows PA laws and regulations governing HSE activities
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Pennsylvania HSE for the public, HSE test vendors, HSE credentialing vendors, and other stakeholders; work with staff to handle all correspondence and inquiries efficiently
• Evaluate transcripts, review of age waivers, residency, and other documentation to make appropriate qualification determinations
• Work with testing and credentialing vendors to support test center operations, identify and investigate irregularities, and recruit and approve new testing centers
• Assist in the review of existing policies and procedures to propose revisions that improve clarity and effectiveness
• Create campaigns that encourage people to earn CSSD/HSE; present information on PA’s HSE program and resources at meetings and conferences

What This Job Offers

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