Partnership Agreement Liaison - Education Consultant 14

State of Michigan•Lansing, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan. MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels. Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful. As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service. The Office of Partnership Districts (OPD) is responsible for supporting all districts with low performing schools that have entered into partnership agreements with the state and with their local Intermediate School District and/or local partners. The major areas of the office include: Developing supports for Partnership Districts Assisting with the development of the Partnership Agreement Reducing and/or removing barriers to success for each district/school Providing technical assistance when appropriate Identifying and connecting new partners with the district/school Partnership District Liaisons Provide direct support and technical assistance to their assigned Partnership District. Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John A. Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan 48933. A hybrid/flexible schedule of in-person and remote work is available. Position Summary - This position serves as the recognized resource for assigned school districts. This position serves as the Partnership Agreement Liaison (PAL) to provide services to support the partnership district initiatives. Responsibilities of the position include working with identified Local Education Agencies (LEAs), Public School Academies (PSA), district partners i.e., Intermediate School Districts (ISDs), other educational agencies, and community organizations to promote collaboration and networking to meet individual district needs. This position is the resource for Lansing School District, Mid-Michigan Leadership Academy, Bellevue Community Schools, and Battle Creek Public Schools.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience
Alternate Education and Experience Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Completed Application
Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
Official copy of transcripts

Responsibilities

Provide direct support and technical assistance to their assigned Partnership District.
Serves as the recognized resource for assigned school districts.
Serves as the Partnership Agreement Liaison (PAL) to provide services to support the partnership district initiatives.
Working with identified Local Education Agencies (LEAs), Public School Academies (PSA), district partners i.e., Intermediate School Districts (ISDs), other educational agencies, and community organizations to promote collaboration and networking to meet individual district needs.
Developing supports for Partnership Districts
Assisting with the development of the Partnership Agreement
Reducing and/or removing barriers to success for each district/school
Providing technical assistance when appropriate
Identifying and connecting new partners with the district/school