Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Education (DOE):

The Indiana Department of Education provides innovative support to Indiana schools, teachers, students, and parents. We proactively work with educators, policymakers, business leaders, and community-based organizations to build student success. Our strategic priorities include:

• Delivering quality, purposeful educational opportunities for each student
• Elevating and supporting Indiana’s educators
• Increasing partnerships and delivering aligned, effective, and efficient support

Role Overview :

This position encompasses, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Establish, implement, and maintain operational procedures and protocols for data collection, analysis, and monitoring activities to implement the U.S. Department of Education's (USDOE) federal monitoring requirements.
• Engage in all activities necessary to ensure Results Driven Accountability (RDA) as part of the federal monitoring responsibilities, including data collection, analysis, and related monitoring activities, are implemented.
• Engage in all activities necessary to monitor assigned specific indicators as part of the federal monitoring responsibilities, including file reviews,
• Draft and update as needed the applicable chapters of the State Performance Plan and Annual Performance Report (APR) for timely submission to the USDOE.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational procedures and protocols for data collection, analysis, and monitoring activities specific to the indicators.
• Ensure requisite timelines are met.
• Work with the local education agencies that have had a finding of noncompliance to determine a root cause analysis, develop a corrective action plan and resources to implement the plan.
• Conduct on-site visits to LEAs as necessary for monitoring purposes.
• Respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders on issues related to the provision of special education and related services.
• Promote innovation and best practices to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with state and national education professional organizations.
• Develop, implement and support new resources and tools to support teachers and administrators.
• Provide written material including tools and resources developed to support implementation of academic instruction.
• Actively participate as a team member of the Office of Special Education by representing DOE/OSE on Boards, Councils, and Task Forces as assigned.
• Assist School Choice in verifying student eligibility for Choice Scholarships via special education pathway.
• Provide support to the Choice Department by participating in on-site and desk audits for compliance of special education services and Choice Special Education Plans (CSEP) as outlined in Article 7.

Salary Statement :

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Monitor education program/initiative objectives, outcomes, and actions to achieve agency goals.
• Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to constituents within educational institutions.
• Implement strategic action plans to address program gaps and opportunities.
• Prepare and disseminate reports on program effectiveness.
• Ensure program requirements adhere to federal and state policies and grants compliance.
• Assist in the training and development of education system employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage.
• Serve as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:
The ideal candidate will have either:

• A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in a related field of study or expertise, or
• 6+ years of experience in a related field of expertise.
• Specialized knowledge in educational systems obtained through experience and/or education
• Specialized knowledge of education programs and services including pertinent rules and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
• Ability to develop and implement new processes and approaches and discern any far-reaching implications.
• Ability to communicate effectively both internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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