Public Service Executive (PK-12 Learning)

About the Department

This is  a non-merit position, candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.  Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Iowa Department of Education's mission is ensuring  all students  experience a world-class education.  To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.

The Division Administrator serves at the pleasure of the Department of Education (DE) Director. This position is a key member of the DE Executive Leadership Team and regularly participates in executive decisions.

Your Responsibilities:

Oversee and direct the work of PK-12 Learning Bureaus, including the Academics, Standards and Learner Supports, School Improvement, and Federal Programs, to:

1) Ensure the development and implementation of world-class standards and coordinate and provide professional learning on the implementation of standards, in each academic area, and to support positive student behaviors.

2) Oversee meaningful school accreditation processes and partner with schools identified as Comprehensive and Targeted Support and Improvement to improve student achievement and growth, narrow and close achievement gaps, reduce chronic absenteeism, improve graduation rates, and improve postsecondary readiness.

3) Oversee the administration and accountability of all ESEA federal funds to support students who are educationally disadvantaged, migrants, English learners, neglected and delinquent, and/or experiencing homelessness, to support evidence-based teacher learning, and to support out-of-school programs and student support and academic enrichment.

4) Oversees statewide STEM initiatives that expand career-connected learning, strengthen school-business partnerships, and connect educators and students with industry. This includes STEM BEST®, STEM Scale-Up, Teacher Externships, and partnerships that support Iowa’s PK–12 STEM talent pipeline.

Lead the hiring, management, and evaluation of the Division team. Administer personnel policies and procedures.

Facilitate communications among the Division and, in coordination with the DE Executive Leadership team, with key stakeholder groups, including administrators, school leaders, educators, education associations, and postsecondary education institutions.

In partnership with the Director, Deputy Directors, Division Administrators, and Bureau Chiefs, direct the Division of PK-12 Learning’s work to advance the Department’s top four priorities:

1) Support a strong teacher pipeline through recruitment and retention;

2) Strengthen early literacy and evidence-based reading instruction;

3) Narrow and close achievement gaps through accountability and support; and

4) Empower students with multiple pathways to postsecondary success.

Support the Director in carrying out the Department’s mission, accomplishing the goals of the strategic plan, and meeting agency performance targets. Effectively communicate with the Director, Deputy Directors, Division Administrators, and Bureau Chiefs.

In coordination with the DE Executive Leadership team and the State Board of Education, administer the Department’s core functions within the Division to:

1) Implement all state and federal law, including the development and implementation of administrative rules;

2) Administer funds and programs;

3) Ensure compliance and accountability;

4) Identify and support the replication of best practices; and

5) Build and sustain strong relationships with all education stakeholders groups.

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contact [email protected].

 

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, occasional in-state and out-of-state travel

A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:

 

• Lead diverse teams and systemic change at the state level
• Passion for accomplishing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Knowledge and experience with coordinating the development of legislation, administrative rules, and legislative proposals
• Ability to work collaboratively on, and provide leadership for, high-performing teams
• Ability to work independently, moving projects forward with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and break down highly technical and regulatory language
• Ability to synthesize and present information
• Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Desire to partner with diverse stakeholders

 

 WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

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E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

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Agency Information

EmployerState of IowaAgency 282 Iowa Department of Education Address Grimes State Office Building
400 E 14th St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319 Website https://www.educateiowa.gov/