Education Program Specialist - Idea

Job Summary

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) - Federal Programs is recruiting an experienced Education Program Specialist 4. Under broad supervision, provides guidance and support services for special education state and federal grants. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Description of Duties

• Support the implementation of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) fiscal programmatic requirements in accordance with federal regulations, policies, and guidance as well as the State Board of Education policies
• Analyze fiscal data
• Prepare accurate reports and other documents related to the areas of responsibility that communicate clearly and adequately
• Participate in technical assistance to local educational agencies and subgrantees in program and fiscal planning, implementation, and effectiveness
• Participate in fiscal monitoring activities
• Conduct program reviews and observations
• Review and approving special education state and federal grant applications and budgets
• Assist the program manager with the development of procedures
• Maintain records
• Provide customer service and support to local educational agencies for implementation of IDEA fiscal requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge and experience in Microsoft Excel application
• Strong proven leadership experience in education (state, district, school administration); other organizations (management level)
• Experience in data analysis and interpretation using a variety of software solutions
• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
• Georgia professional educator certification
• Strong knowledge base of best practices in educational statistical analysis and reporting
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with school personnel, staff, students, and other support agencies or organizations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated success in self-motivation/initiative and leadership and the continuous improvement process
• Highly effective interpersonal, group, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple, overlapping high priority tasks in a fast-paced environment

**This position is a remote telework position based in downtown Atlanta. Occasional regional and statewide travel is required.

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.