Job Posting Title
Trade & Industrial Education Program Specialist
Agency
800 OKLA. CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Supervisory Organization
Trade & Industrial Education
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
$56,985.95 - $70,356.73
Job Description
This position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
Department/Area: Trade & Industrial Education
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Payband : 13
Summary
Responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and support to programs and teachers in the Trade & Industrial Education division with emphasis on Cosmetology, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Graphic Design, and Audio/Video Production.
Education and Experience
Required:
- Bachelor's degree or in lieu of a bachelor's degree, industry experience and industry certification with degree completion plan on file
- Three years' experience teaching in one of the assigned areas and/or administrative experience in trade and industrial education or equivalent industry experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, customer service, and support for trade and industrial education local programs within the Cosmetology, Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Graphic Design, and Audio/Video Production.
- Provide leadership and technical assistance to the schools, programs, and teachers within assigned program areas.
- Establish and/or maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with key educational leaders, industry employers, statewide organizations, and state agencies to ensure CareerTech continues to lead in workforce development.
- Participate with industry on economic development initiative and individual workforce training requirements to ensure programs adjust to meet industry staffing demands and projections.
- Work with local, state, and national trade organizations and industries to develop potential employment opportunities for our schools and their program completers.
- Research and disseminate innovative approaches and best practices for instructional delivery and program improvement to build and maintain program quality.
- Coordinate and provide guidance and leadership for SkillsUSA and other statewide student learning experiences.
Administer occupational examinations, both hands-on and written components, to instructors within assigned occupational areas, as required for teacher certification.
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Salary and Benefits
$56,985.95 - $70,356.73
- The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay for insurance premiums which include health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
- The amount of your allowance, $9,051.60 - $21,942.72, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
- State paid teacher’s retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
- Vacation leave and 15 days sick leave and 11 paid holidays
- Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options.
Total salary and benefits package valued at $72,001.01 - $99,269.32
Management Responsibility
No management responsibilities.
Communication Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents as necessary. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Write complex documents in a prescribed format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors. Ability to communicate complex ideas and beliefs to top management.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply moderately complex mathematical equations as applicable.
Reasoning Skills
Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
Licenses, Certificates and Registrations
A teaching certificate in one of the specialty areas state-approved certifications, national certification, or licenses in a specialty area.
Other Job-Related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and a willingness and ability to travel. Knowledge of school administration and school laws is helpful. Computer skills and experience in Microsoft Office or comparable software. Ability to use various software and hardware or equipment directly used in program specialty areas. A working knowledge of specialty areas. Be able to prioritize and multi-task a variety of projects with time-critical deadlines.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
Position officed on-site at CareerTech in Stillwater, OK with the option to utilize field based officing. The position requires reporting to the Stillwater office at the manager’s discretion. Requires moderate travel within the state for industry, school visits, and conferences, along with limited out-of-state travel required. Requires valid driver's license.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of background check.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
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