Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field [official transcripts required upon hire];

Five (5) years of proven experience in successful project management, ensuring end-to-end oversight and a track record of successful project completion.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future;

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check;

Must possess a valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job-related travel.

Knowledge & Expertise: Proficient in planning and executing major projects, demonstrating a capacity to work independently and proactively take initiative. Skilled in conducting comprehensive research and analysis using diverse information systems to offer insightful guidance and recommendations on special projects. In-depth understanding and interpretation of the implications of education laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures. Expertise in monitoring potential legislation, with the ability to comprehend and analyze its potential impact on the department. Advanced analytical skills, capable of comparing, prioritizing, and evaluating complex data. Proficient in presenting findings clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to communicate concepts and conclusions effectively. Ability to develop and assess alternative solutions, with a keen awareness of the consequences of decisions and recommendations. Capable of performing effectively under pressure and adept at managing emotionally charged or confrontational situations.

Primary Functions: Assist the Chief Policy Advisor with the daily administration of strategic initiatives. Write, research and quickly turn around reports, briefs, and program updates at the request of senior leadership.

Project Planning & Execution: Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones in coordination with various agencies and divisions, and ensure that project objectives are clearly defined and communicated. Coordinate project activities, including managing project budgets, resources, timelines, and deliverables, and ensuring that project tasks are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Project Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor project progress and identify any issues that may arise during project implementation. Report project progress and status to senior leadership regularly.

Professional Demeanor: Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude at all times; ability to build and maintain positive work relationships; demonstrate integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of your work; ability to display a high level of professionalism in communication, behavior, and appearance; ability to accept constructive feedback to increase performance.

Attendance: Regular and reliable in-person attendance is required to ensure quality teamwork, performance, productivity, and collaboration; ability to demonstrate a commitment to your work and team by committing to punctuality and dependability in the work environment; this includes arriving to work on time, being present, engaged, and available to colleagues, internal and external customers.

Innovation: Ability to identify and address the evolving needs and challenges of the education landscape; ability to think critically, explore new ideas, and embrace innovative approaches to improve educational outcomes for all students; apply creativity, resourcefulness, and forward-thinking in finding solutions to complex problems and driving positive change in the field of education.

Efficiency: Ensure our resources are utilized effectively, and our operations are streamlined; optimize our processes, eliminate redundancies, and leverage technology to enhance productivity and performance; proactively identify opportunities for efficiency gains and implement best practices.

Superior Customer Service: Willingness to go above and beyond to provide outstanding assistance that exceeds expectations, ability to create positive experiences and build relationships based on trust and satisfaction; maintain a positive and helpful attitude using the appropriate language, tone, and behavior to reflect the agency in a way that leaves a favorable impression.

Effective Communication: Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas, while also listening actively to others and demonstrating understanding; Ability to demonstrate empathy by showing respect and understanding for the feelings and perspectives of others while paying close attention to non-verbal cues; Ability to adapt communication style to suit the needs of the audience and situation.

Take a proactive approach and work independently: Be resourceful and self-motivated, prioritize work effectively by managing your time well, anticipating challenges, developing creative solutions, paying close attention to detail, and taking ownership of your work.

Collaborate as a team player: Ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal. Including being open-minded, respectful, and responsive to others’ ideas and perspectives. Sharing knowledge and experience while being committed to achieving the teams’ objectives and understanding the importance of working collaboratively to achieve success.

Demonstrate excellent planning and organizational skills: Ability to set clear objectives, create a plan of action, break down complex tasks into manageable components, delegate tasks when necessary, and establish a realistic timeline to meet deadlines consistently while developing contingency plans to ensure adaptability to changing circumstances.

Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, patterns, connections, and develop effective logical solutions; Ability to think critically, anticipate potential problems, and develop innovative solutions to address them.

Ability to function well in an, at times, stressful, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment: Ability to work under pressure and in situations where time is limited whilst remaining calm and focused, prioritizing tasks, and adapting to changing circumstances.

Ability to build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders: Ability to identify opportunities for collaboration, leverage resources effectively, and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes. Possess strong interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts and manage difficult conversations constructively and professionally.

Knowledge of technology and ability to use it to maximize efficiency and services: Ability to identify opportunities to leverage technology to streamline processes, automate tasks, and improve customer experiences; Familiarity with software, hardware and other relevant technological tools while being able to learn new technologies as they emerge.

Work is typically performed in a climate-controlled office setting with exposure to moderate noise. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently required to talk, stand, walk. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time;

Ability to stand, reach and bend 50% of the time;

Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine/printer, office telephone 75% of the time;

Ascends/descends stairs 25% of the time;

Communicate with others accurately and effectively 100%;

Ability to lift to 25 lbs.

Generous benefit allowance in addition to salary to off-set insurance costs, more information at

11 Paid Holidays

15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year

Compensatory Time for FLSA Exempt and Nonexempt Employees

Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS) participation with all contributions paid by the employer, more information at

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity Bonus for years of service