Bereavement Coordinator jobs in Olathe, KS

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:
To assist the Kansas State Department of Education in carrying out the Kansas State Board of Education mission, we are recruiting for a Coordinator on the Career, Standards and Assessment Services team in the Division of Learning Services.

• Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled
• Required documents uploaded: Open Until Filled
• Job Location Topeka, KS (Landon State Ofc Bldg.)
  

Kansas State Department of Education
900 SW Jackson St., Suite 102
Topeka, KS 66612-1212
www.ksde.org

About the Position

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Hours to be determined
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: $2,641.30 Bi-weekly

Employment Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:
This position exists to manage and administer the Carl D. Perkins grant for secondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) in Kansas. This position also serves as the Individual Plan of Study (IPS) coordinator and provides leadership, guidance and support for districts in implementation and monitoring the IPS.

You may request a position description for this opening by email from jobapp@ksde.org. Be sure to use the Job ID (209353) in the subject line.

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in education with emphasis in career technical education or related area. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Preferred Skills and/or Qualifications:

• Advanced degree from an accredited university or college in relevant field(s) as determined by the agency;
• Strong analytic, organization, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize, take initiative and follow through to completion with multiple projects;
• Ability to work and communicate with multiple agencies, constituents and stakeholder groups;
• Willingness to travel within and outside the state of Kansas;
• Knowledge and skills related to group dynamics and team participation and facilitation;
• Effective teaming, interpersonal, staff development and facilitation skills;
• Skills in report writing and communication of findings to a range of audiences;
• Excellent public relation and communications skills;
• Effective problem-solving, planning and decision-making skills;
• Ability to design and implement programs and facilitate staff development; and
• Knowledge and skills with financial literacy (budgets, financial reporting, grant management).

Preferred Experience:

• Three years of full-time experience in secondary and/or postsecondary education;
• Experience with technical education, workforce development and data analysis; and
• Experience with curriculum development.

Recruiter Contact Information:
Name: Marisa Seele
Email: jobapp@ksde.org
Phone: (785) 296-7795

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
  • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate IS NOT Required by KSDE.

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover letter
• Transcripts (if a degree is part of the required minimum qualifications)

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.