Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


This position supports the Wyoming Department of Education's (WDE) Special Education Programs division's requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA 2004) in providing monitoring, technical assistance (TA), and professional development (PD) to district staff through the managing, planning, coordination, and evaluation of improvement activities and division initiatives which facilitate the improved academic and functional outcomes for students with disabilities.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package

Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / 307-777-6385 or jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Assist the Special Education Programs division with all general supervision responsibilities
• Assist the division with the creation and delivery of professional development and technical assistance
• Monitor Local Education Agencies (LEAs) for results-driven accountability and compliance with federal and state regulations
• Conduct data analysis and perform file reviews to evaluate program effectiveness and compliance
• Prepare and deliver monitoring reports with clear findings and recommendations
• Develop and implement corrective action plans (CAPs) to address identified issues
• Track and follow up on CAPs to ensure timely resolution and sustained compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to individuals with education, special education, and or leadership experiences.
Preference may be given to individuals with knowledge of data systems, assessment, special education, and professional development.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of special education requirements, systems, and processes.
• Relevant experience in developing continuous improvement systems and processes.
• Knowledge of monitoring systems and processes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Skills to work with diverse groups and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines.
• Skills to facilitate meetings, work sessions, and other presentations to achieve established outcomes and objectives.
• Knowledge of interpersonal communications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Travel is estimated at 30%
• This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance.
• Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education.
• Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire.
• Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.
  

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

This position supports the Wyoming Department of Education's (WDE) Special Education Programs division's requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA 2004) in providing monitoring, technical assistance (TA), and professional development (PD) to district staff through the managing, planning, coordination, and evaluation of improvement activities and division initiatives which facilitate the improved academic and functional outcomes for students with disabilities. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays. Retirement - Pension and 457 B plans that help you build a secure future. Flexible schedules and work-life balance options. Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communitiesand MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package. Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / 307-777-6385 or jennifer.shirley 1@wyo.gov. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level. Assist the Special Education Programs division with all general supervision responsibilities. Assist the division with the creation and delivery of professional development and technical assistance. Monitor Local Education Agencies (LE - As) for results-driven accountability and compliance with federal and state regulations. Conduct data analysis and perform file reviews to evaluate program effectiveness and compliance. Prepare and deliver monitoring reports with clear findings and recommendations. Develop and implement corrective action plans (CA - Ps) to address identified issues. Track and follow up on CA - Ps to ensure timely resolution and sustained compliance. Other duties as assigned Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to individuals with education, special education, and or leadership experiences. Preference may be given to individuals with knowledge of data systems, assessment, special education, and professional development. KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of special education requirements, systems, and processes. Relevant experience in developing continuous improvement systems and processes. Knowledge of monitoring systems and processes. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Skills to work with diverse groups and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines. Skills to facilitate meetings, work sessions, and other presentations to achieve established outcomes and objectives. Knowledge of interpersonal communications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education) Experience:1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist. OR Education & Experience Substitution:4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. NOTES: FLSA: Exempt. Travel is estimated at 30%This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance. Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education. Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire. Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.

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