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Job ID: 21059
Agency: Department of Education, Division of Special Education
Location: Pierre, Remote
Salary: $24.97 - $28.00, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 12/21/2022

This is a full-time position with the Department of Education. For more information on the Department of Education, please visit https://doe.sd.gov/.

The Department of Education is looking for a qualified individual to serve as a Transition Specialist in the Office of Special Education Programs. This position collaborates with the Transition Specialist Liaison Program (TSLP), DOE Office of Career and Technical Education, Division of Developmental Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation, as well as other local, state, and national entities to provide transition technical assistance to students with disabilities. The position will support additional efforts in special education programs and provide technical assistance to a region of the state on special education policies and procedures to families and school districts.

Flexible start date possible depending on candidate availability.

WE NEED YOUR SKILLS TO SUPPORT SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS IMPROVE RESULTS FOR CHILDREN!

Job expectations include but are not limited to:

• fostering implementation of evidence-based practices related to secondary transition;

• analyzing state performance plan data, assist in preparation of federal reporting, and providing reports;

• preparing data reports required for on-site monitoring teams;

• working to improve graduation rate for students with disabilities;

• providing technical assistance to schools and providers statewide;

• providing effective professional development opportunities for schools and providers statewide on secondary transition and meeting graduation requirements;

• identifying strategies and support districts to decrease dropout rates;

• analyzing post-school outcome data to focus on ways to increase enrollment in post-secondary education and employment opportunities;

• provide connections and support to engage special education students in vocational, career, technical, virtual, dual credit, and other educational opportunities;

• attend workshops, meetings, and conferences to remain up to date on trends and developments for special education programs and students with disabilities.

Information related to Special Education Programs can be found at: http://doe.sd.gov/sped/ and https://tslp.org/.

Preference will be given to applicants able to work at the Pierre location. Will consider remote employment in SD. For remote applicants, during the six month probationary period, at least 50% of the time would be required to be spent in the the Pierre office or on job related travel. The employee will have to demonstrate experience and knowledge of necessary department procedures and position content knowledge to be considered a full remote employee

This position includes in and out of state travel. In state travel may consist of day trips and overnight trips with 1 to 3 trips a month during Sept to April, out of state trips range from 3-5 days with approximately 2 trips a year. State vehicle is available and reimbursement is made for travel at state rates: https://bhr.sd.gov/files/travelrates.pdf

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A minimum of a B.S. in Special Education or related field and experience working with students with disabilities is desirable.

Knowledge of:

• rules and laws pertaining to education including special education;

• performance data;

• effective adult learner practices;

• state government policies and procedures;

• state's K-12 schools, educational cooperative, and agencies serving students with disabilities;

• effective and efficient work practices.

Skill to:

• provide training, guidance, and feedback to help others develop specific knowledge and skills needed to perform tasks.

• actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues.

• effectively communicate in oral and written communications in a variety of situations such as presenting to large and small groups, telephone conversations, email, webinars, and letters.

• effectively manage time on multiple short- and long-term tasks.

• organize and lead projects.

Ability to:

• develop and maintain professional relationships with coworkers, administrators, teachers, parents, and other contacts.

• attend to details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly.

• treat customers courteously and is responsive to their needs.

• display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals.

• set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of projects and assignments.

• lead and train diverse groups of adult learners.

• work both independently and within groups with ability to problem solve and build consensus.

• efficiently and effectively operate a computer, applicable software, peripheral equipment, and video conferencing equipment.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=KG6

You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"