Public Service Executive Jobs

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
To assist the Kansas State Department of Education in carrying out the Kansas State Board of Education mission, we are recruiting for three Public Service Executive’s on the Accreditation and Design team in the Division of Learning Services.

• Required documents uploaded: Open Until Filled
• Job Location *Field Position
• Anticipated start date: July 2023
• Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled

• This position will serve the SW region and you must live within the region to be considered. Please email [email protected] for a region map and position description.

Kansas State Department of Education
900 SW Jackson St., Suite 102
Topeka, KS 66612-1212
www.ksde.org

About the Position

• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Hours to be determined
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Who can apply: Anyone (External)

Compensation: $2,395.74 Bi-weekly

Employment Benefits

• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities
The team member designated for this position works directly with the Kansas Educational System of Accreditation (KESA) and the School Design process. This position assists with the development, maintenance and execution of the continuous improvement process of the KESA for a region (or regions) of school districts. This position collaborates in the building of structures for KESA as well as support the alignment of design structures into the KESA process. This position’s assignment involves professional educational work and technical support of a specialized nature to school and district personnel for accreditation, design and other programs as they develop continuous improvement plans.

You may request information about the regions or a position description for this opening by emailing [email protected]. Be sure to use the Job ID (208452) in the subject line.

Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in an education-related field. Experience may be substituted for education as deemed relevant by the agency.

Preferred Skills and/or Qualifications

• Shows initiative and demonstrates the ability to problem solve, provide quality customer service and possess effective oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated technical assistance experience with the ability to effectively participate in small and large group collaboration;
• Knowledge of current educational trends, practices and requirements;
• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in relevant degree field(s) as determined by the agency;
• Flexible in work environment; and
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of common software programs and web-based systems.

Preferred Experience

• Understanding of state accreditation systems and continual improvement model(s); and
• Experience with the Kansans Can School Redesign project

Recruiter Contact Information:
Name: Marisa Seele
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (785) 296-7795

Job Application Process

• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
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  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
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• First Sign in or register as a New User.
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Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate IS NOT Required by KSDE.

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover letter
• Transcripts (When a degree is part of the required minimum qualifications)

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.