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State of Michigan Education Consultant 11-P13 in Lansing, Michigan
Education Consultant 11-P13
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Education Consultant 11-P13
Salary
$60,756.80 - $105,601.60 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
3103-24-056DC
Department
Education
Opening Date
04/26/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
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Job Description
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
Office of Career and Technical Education (MDE-OCTE)works closely with regional career and technical education (CTE) administrators to provide support and technical assistance to implement and improve current operating CTE programs, as well as to support the development of new CTE programs.
Michigan's CTE system provides learners access to equitable, high-quality secondary and postsecondary CTE Programs aligned to rigorous academic and technical standards and career-ready practices. The CTE system:
Encompasses multiple career pathway entry and exit options, including progressively intensive work-based learning and leadership opportunities, culminating in a postsecondary recognized credential;
Cultivates multi-stakeholder collaboration with business, industry, labor, and community partners to develop in-demand, credential-driven, robust career pathways;
Supports strong alignment and partnership between K-12 educators, employers, community colleges, and higher education institutions and;
Prepares the existing and emerging workforce to result in educated, skilled, informed, and responsible residents.
MDE-OCTE also oversees Michigan's Early Middle Colleges (EMC), an MDE-approved five-year program of study. EMCs allow pupils to earn a high school diploma and one of the following:
60 transferable college credits,
an associate degree,
a professional certification,
The Michigan Early Middle College Association (MEMCA) technical certificate,
or the right to participate in a registered apprenticeship.
Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.
Position Summary: This position is responsible for the development, review, and approval of Early Middle College (EMC) and career and technical education (CTE) EMC instructional programs. The incumbent provides technical assistance to school districts related to EMC and CTE programs of study and works closely with EMC staff, CTE Program Consultants and postsecondary educational institutions to ensure quality programming.
Education Consultant 11-P13:Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/EDUCCSTEA93R.pdf)
Education Consultant 11-P13:Job Specification (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EducationConsultant.pdf)
State of Michigan Job Benefits:
Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education and Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements and Information
Some positions may require a current or past possession of a Michigan's teacher's certificate or one comparable to the one issued in Michigan.
Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:
· Completed Application
· Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
· Official copy of transcripts (when necessary
The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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MDE1 - Do you understand that failure to provide all requested documentation (cover letter, resume, and transcripts) may result in elimination from the competitive process?
Yes
No
02
MDE2 - The State of Michigan is a drug free workplace. Prospective employees will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Do you understand this requirement?
Yes
No
03
MDE3 - Do you currently work at the Michigan Department of Education in one of the following capacities? (The Michigan Department of Education is a department within the State of Michigan government. Michigan Public School employees are not employees of the Michigan Department of Education.)
Current State of Michigan Department of Education employee
Temporary Service employee
Contractor Service employee
None of the above
04
MDE4 - Please indicate how you learned of this Michigan Department of Education job posting (e.g., State of Michigan Job Opportunities web site, MASA website, etc.).
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MDE5 - Please be aware the application review and determination of your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application packet, especially the Work Experience, Supporting Attachments (transcripts, certifications, etc.) and Supplemental Questions sections of your application. Therefore, it is imperative that you provide extensive detail and accurate dates of employment in the applicable sections of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to attach official college transcripts to the application. For our purposes, an official college transcript must contain your name, the college name/address, the degree conferred/date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree was granted) and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Web-based, internet, or unofficial transcripts are not acceptable. Failure to attach official transcripts may eliminate your application from the selection process. Information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses or applications without requested application materials may be eliminated from further consideration. Have you read and understood the process for submission and use of your application materials?
Yes
No
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MDE6 - Are the responses to your supplemental questions reflected in your application supporting materials? Please note, if information is not reflected in the supporting materials, you could be screened out.
Yes
No
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EDUCCST - Do you possess one of the following? A master's degree or higher in a field of education OR a bachelor's degree or higher with a major in education combined with a master's degree or higher in a subject area OR a doctorate degree in education. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
Yes
No
08
EDUCCST - Please select your level of experience.
None to one year
One to two years of administrative or consultative experience in the field of K-12 or early childhood education OR at least five years of teaching experience.
Two to three years of administrative or consultative experience in the field of K-12 or early childhood education.
At least three years of administrative or consultative experience in the field of K-12 or early childhood education.
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EDUCCST - Do you possess a current or past Michigan's teacher's certificate or one comparable to the one issued in Michigan? If so, please attach a copy of certification.
Yes
No
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Please select your level of experience with Early Middle College Programs.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
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If you responded you have experience to the above question, please describe. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
12
Please select your level of experience with Career and Technical Education.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
13
If you responded you have experience to the above question, please describe. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
14
Please select your level of experience with secondary and postsecondary partnerships, dual enrollment, articulation, and/or early credit learning options for high school students.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
15
If you have experience, please describe the experience and your specific role. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience with developing and/or providing professional development and technical assistance to Early Middle College staff, secondary CTE educators, postsecondary staff, and high school counselors.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
17
If you have experience, please describe the experience and your specific role. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience with conducting, facilitating, and reviewing education program applications.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
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If you responded you have experience to the above question, please describe. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience with conducting desk and on-site programmatic reviews.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
21
If you have experience, please describe the experience and your specific role. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience in working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
23
If you have experience, please describe the experience and your specific role. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience with developing, managing, and reviewing grants.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
25
If you responded you have experience to the above question, please describe. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your level of experience with monitoring Early Middle College and/or CTE program performance and continuous quality improvement.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
27
If you responded you have experience to the above question, please describe. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please select your skill level with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
None
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
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Do you understand that the position is based in Lansing and that you will be expected to frequently travel?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Education
Address
MDE-Human-Resources@michigan.gov
608 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48933
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/mde
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