New Job Accreditation Specialist In Montana

Accreditation Specialist (00048) - ( 23141952 )

OFFICE OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION

Why we would enjoy having you working here.

The Office of Public Instruction empowers Montana Students and Schools! We have a highly successful foundation with our team-based employees. We have high caliber, customer-centered professionals that are proud to invest in Montana’s future.

Benefits of working for OPI:

• Work/life balance

• Family friendly

• Dedicated and caring colleagues

• Health coverage

• Retirement plans

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)

• Opportunities and room for professional growth

• Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Job Overview:

The primary purpose of the Accreditation Specialist position is to provide direction and professional and technical support for the implementation of standards of accreditation to help ensure that P-12 schools and postsecondary education institutions provide effective education programs to meet the learning needs of all students. The position provides technical assistance, support, and program evaluation for Montana Continuous School Improvement Plans, Montana Mentoring and Induction Program, and Montana Educator Performance Appraisal System. The Accreditation Program Specialist oversees the collection, verification, and analysis of each school’s accreditation data. From these data the annual report is compiled to make recommendations to the Montana State Superintendent of Public Instruction and Board of Public Education for the accreditation status determinations of accredited schools and to assist schools in the implementation of the revised standards of accreditation. The position supports the accreditation of educator preparation programs as outlined in ARM Chapter 58 Professional Educator Preparation Program Standards (PEPPS). The position also gathers and analyzes data to inform the State Superintendent and the BPE on the trends in schools meeting or exceeding the standards of accreditation and to identify accredited schools in need of improvement system of support through the intensive assistance process.

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online. OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be submitted with resume.

Knowledge and Skills required to perform the job:

This position requires:

• Knowledge of theory, principles, practices, and techniques of educational research, professional development research, effective schools research, design and evaluation, and theory, principles, and practices in educational and program administration.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of learning, educational supervision, group process, data collection and analysis, curricular and instructional strategies and methodologies, classroom and alternative assessment practices, accreditation and certification, instructional technology.
• Knowledge of the goals, purposes, and reporting requirements for compliance for state and federal agencies, State Board of Public Education administrative rules for accreditation of schools.
• Knowledge of school accountability, accreditation systems, and Administrative Rules of Montana.
• Knowledge of school improvement plans, evidenced-based improvement strategies, and data driven decision making.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations and policy and procedures, and apply them to the collection, analysis, and evaluation of school improvement data.
• Ability to maintain high level of technical and educational skills, providing leadership for policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using verbal and written communication.
• Ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations and OPI policy.
• Ability to work cooperatively, pooling or combining ideas, efforts, and experiences to improve innovation, efficiency, and performance of the department and the office.

• Ability to work effectively as a team member, resolving conflicts effectively, seeking improvement in oneself and profession, and accepting changes as expectations, duties, and work directions evolve; and

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.

• Three years’ experience in education, professional development, effective schools research, design, practice, curriculum, classroom assessment development, instructional practices, or related field.

• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

This position for OPI is telework within the State of Montana

For a complete job description please send job number to [email protected]

This position is in the PERS retirement system.

1st Date of review: July 5, 2023

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 27.15 - 27.15 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 15 % of the Time

Primary Location : Helena Agency : Office of Public Instruction Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : Jun 28, 2023, 10:26:46 AM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Resume

Contact Name : Human Resources | Contact Email : [email protected] | Contact Phone : 444-2673