Duties
Reporting to the Director, supports departmental operations through administration of state programs, staff supervision, and coordination of projects and strategic initiatives. Collaborates across Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and partner agencies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Director, assists in providing guidance and direction of overall operations of the department.
- Supervises staff including training and mentoring employees.
- Prioritizes and plans work assignments.
- Conducts performance evaluations of staff including providing guidance and coaching.
- Maintains strong project management and coordination between projects including providing technical assistance to Agency staff, local education agencies and program administrators.
- Oversees and administers state and federal programs.
- Coordinates the development and implementation of projects and initiatives.
- Maintains strong project management and coordination between projects, across ISBE departments, with the Illinois Department of Early Childhood, and other agencies.
- Acts as department liaison/representative of ISBE within Agency and at external committees and meetings.
- Represents and communicates ISBE priorities and positions.
- Responds to and maintains communication with other agencies and entities on collaborative projects.
- Provides technical assistance to Agency staff, local education agencies and program administrators.
- Assists in managing budgetary functions of both federal and state programs in the department.
- Creates documents, gives presentations, and produces other work products related to ISBE early childhood initiatives.
- Works with Director and other staff, as assigned, to develop a Strategic Action Plan for new and existing initiatives.
- Monitors progress towards strategic goals and metrics.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary/Benefits
Department: Early Childhood Development
Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $87,132 - $108,915
Full Salary Range: $87,132 - $130,698
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
How to Apply
To view full posting and apply electronically, please visit https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/CareerDisplayForm.aspx?ID=1173. Interested parties must submit the required application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial until recommended for hire). The subject line should include the position number(s) you are applying for.