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- THE POSITION
Are you a seasoned education administrator? The Department of Education is looking for a dedicated Education Administrative Specialist to enforce the regulations of the Private Licensed Schools Act and handle challenging tasks to support the state board of private licensed schools. Come be a part of this crucial position to offer support and guidance to schools and their students by submitting your application now!
- DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, your responsibilities will include implementing the requirements of the Private Licensed Schools Act, related regulations, and Board policy memos. You will provide guidance and support to schools and their students, as well as assist in developing modifications to the regulations of the State Board of Private Licensed Schools. Additionally, you will assess the impact of Board regulations on schools, students, or the public and suggest changes to the Division Chief. You will also be responsible for responding in writing to inquiries and requests from government officials and staff, the public, and other states. Furthermore, you will guide schools and the public on application submission procedures and requirements, and maintain effective communication with other agencies to facilitate referrals and information exchanges. It will be your duty to manage and monitor work assignments, school requests, application reviews, and compliance visits to ensure timely completion. It will be important to ensure that full payment is received before delivering services and to investigate potential unlicensed activities. In cases where schools violate Board regulations and policies, you will take enforcement action and issue written notices of preliminary violations and unlicensed activity.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:- 9 - month limited term, full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 4 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
- REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:- Four years of professional experience in education including at least two years in educational administration; or
- One year of experience as an Education Administration Associate; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.- EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.