Reference #: 4415845 THE POSITION The Department of Education is offering a rewarding and exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives within your community!  Use your expertise to provide advisory services to school districts and intermediate units regarding the planning, monitoring, improvement, and evaluation of special education programs and services throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  Join our team of dedicated professionals and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Special Education Advisor with the Department of Education, you will have the fulfilling responsibility to assist with enhancing the special education programs within our school systems.  You will investigate and follow-up on complaints filed against school districts as required by federal regulations and corresponding court orders.  Assertive communication skills are necessary, as you will be negotiating, approving, and verifying the implementation of corrective action plans resulting from any findings of non-compliance.

You will also review and recommend approvals or denials of school district and intermediate unit special education plans and plan revisions in addition to providing guidance and assistance in the interpretation of federal and state laws, regulations, and standards.

Within this role, it is essential to maintain current information on federal statutes, regulations, case laws, Commonwealth laws, standards, and policies that pertain to the education of students with disabilities.  You will participate in public meetings organized for the improvement of programs and services and work in collaboration with other divisions, bureaus, departments, and agencies as required to respond to concerns regarding special education services. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the .

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. This position requires travel. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Five years of professional experience in special education including two years as an administrator of a special education program; or An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes two years as an administrator of a special education program.

Other Requirements:

is currently waived for this title.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

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EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.