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Education Specialist I – Educator Certification

Alabama State Department of Education -
Montgomery, AL

Job Details

$50,253.60 - $102,664.80 a year

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Full Job Description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTENT TO FILL A POSITION

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Approved for Internal and External Consideration

Position Code: 30122

Salary Range: $50,253.60 – $102,664.80

Position Location: Educator Certification, Montgomery

Open Date: December 2025

The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) Educator Certification Section is seeking to fill multiple Education Specialist I positions.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

Advise applicants, local education agency (LEA) officials, institution of higher education (IHE) officials, and other stakeholders in interpreting and implementing current certification regulations and historical certification practices
Advise, train, and assist colleagues, LEAs, and IHEs with submitting and processing applications.
Review professional credentials and certification qualifications of individuals seeking Alabama certification
Research professional credentials offered by other states and agencies to determine comparability
Create, maintain, and review office databases containing various essential sources to determine eligibility for Alabama certification and data collection
Create assorted forms of correspondence to applicants, LEAs, IHEs, and stakeholders regarding various certification needs, requirements, procedures, policies, etc.
Create, compose, proof, and edit certification forms, supplements, documents, etc., to ensure thorough and accurate certification information provided aligns with the Alabama Administrative Code and State Superintendent Memorandums
Conduct research, analyze data regarding best practices/current trends, compile reports, and make recommendations based on research findings
Exercise critical thinking in reading and interpreting various statutory documents, such as the Alabama Administrative Code, legislative bills, etc. to develop and implement policies and procedures
Keep abreast of state and federal regulations regarding Alabama certification
Monitor LEA compliance of State regulations
Using various delivery formats, provide training, workshops, seminars, and conferences as required or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills of human resource personnel, curriculum directors, and college of education personnel
Determine eligibility for advanced pay based on an earned advanced degree
Respond in detail to phone calls, emails, and written correspondence from LEAs, IHEs, applicants and stakeholders pertaining to Alabama certification and testing requirements
Perform other duties as assigned to meet section and department goals

Education:

Must meet the minimum requirements as noted on the State Personnel Department Job Announcement for Education Specialist I

Experience:

Must meet the minimum requirements as noted on the State Personnel Department Job Announcement for Education Specialist I
Advanced computer skills required Microsoft Office

Other Skills:

Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to deliver presentations to professional audiences
Ability to work efficiently and independently
Effectively use problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong motivation skills
Attentive to details
Project and time management skills
Team-oriented, collaborative, and flexible
Interview preference will be given to individuals with experience doing student/teacher schedules and/or advanced working knowledge of technology applications.

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit their website at Alabama State Personnel Department for instructions on the application process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email a cover letter and résumé as an attachment to: Lamesha Richardson at [email protected]

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