**This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA**
Office of Federal Support & Grantee Relations
Job Focus Area
The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) is seeking a detail-oriented Education Consultant 2 to join the Division of Federal Support & Grantee Relations. The primary role of this Education Consultant 2 is to serve as a subject matter expert for Title II-Part A and Title V- REAP grant programs. In addition, the Education Consultant 2 will also provide administrative support for division leaders and team members inclusive of ensuring accurate time and attendance, proper execution of contracts and other agreements in LaGov and other platforms and systems utilized within LDOE (i.e. Metastorm, etc.). The successful candidate will be well-organized, flexible, have the ability to multitask, work with many personalities, and support a team culture.
Candidates with the following skills, abilities, and experience are encouraged to apply:-
Knowledge of federal statute and experience with high level engagement of internal and external stakeholders
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Proficient with Microsoft 365 and/or Google Suite
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Strong organizational, verbal, and written skills, and a collaborative mindset for interdepartmental projects
Six years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience plus three years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus two years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.
Job Duties – A typical day for the Education Consultant 2, you will:
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Provide support to the Executive Director of federal programs and Division leadership daily;
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Employ time management skills to maximize multiple task/project completions;
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Work collaboratively with team members to ensure all time and attendance due dates and timelines are followed;
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Work collaboratively with interdepartmental teams to manage all contract and procurement systems, such as LaGov, Metastorm, contract tracker, etc.
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Attend all internal and external meetings that pertain to work in the Division;
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Oversees and maintains strict confidentiality of documents and records and verbal and written communication;
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Coordinates and organizes projects, most without direction, and prepares materials such as agendas, timelines, reports and presentations;
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Maintains a thorough knowledge of ESSA, as it related to Title II, Part A and Title V-REAP and provides any changes in the statute or regulations to the supervisor;
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Manage and coordinate all ordering for the Division;
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Works independently on special projects and other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Federal Programs and Division Leadership, and
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Completes all other duties or special projects requested by Division Leadership.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office.
Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note regarding the advertised pay range: The Education Consultant series has a special entrance rate (SER) of $27.07 hourly, $2,165.60 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
You may attach a resume; however, only the information listed on the online application will be considered to determine qualification. All education, prior experience, including dates related to education and prior experience MUST be listed in the online application.
**Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.**
Note: Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources
PO Box 96064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
[email protected]
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
