STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Associate Education Consultant (35 Hour)

Hybrid

Recruitment #230602-0950EA-001

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Introduction



Are you passionate about working with families, assisting them with educational options?
 If so, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity!

The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) is accepting applications for an Associate Education Consultant to serve as a family and community liaison for the Regional School Choice Office (RSCO).

What we can offer you:
  • Flexible and hybrid telework schedules
  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage
  • Competitive starting salary and structure
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
  • Paid time off- including 13 holidays per calendar year
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Culture that encourages work-life balance
  • Work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule
About us: 
The RSCO is part of the Office of Strategic Planning and Partnerships (OSPP), located at 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, Connecticut. The CSDE is the administrative arm of the Connecticut State Board of Education and operates the RSCO as the central office responsible for managing the application and placement system for school choice programs in the Greater Hartford Region.

The CSDE operates RSCO pursuant to the agreement in the landmark desegregation case, Sheff v. O’Neill, as a single point of information, application and placement for families interested in interdistrict magnet schools, the Open Choice Program, and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) technical high schools in the Greater Hartford Region.

The Associate Education Consultant will lead grass roots efforts and outreach to families in Connecticut to inform them about interdistrict choice schools through the RSCO School Choice Application and support their application in furtherance of school integration. 

Under the direction of the RSCO Director, the selected candidate will:
  • Provide a connection between RSCO and the Greater Hartford Community to reach families and create partnerships to support student participation in school choice schools and programs. 
  • Provide outreach to build connections and enhance educational and extracurricular programming through contact with families of current students and potential applicants, community organizations, faith-based organizations, parent-teach organizations, school districts and institutions of higher education, and youth programs, such as camps, youth clubs, and athletic and social groups. 
  • Serve as a critical link to the Hartford and suburban communities for sharing information about and access to RSCO programs and school choice options, and gathering information about those communities to help shape future planning to best serve Connecticut students. Pursuant to this effort, the incumbent will collaborate with community organizations, districts, and school choice operators to maximize educational opportunities for Hartford-area students, reach underrepresented populations, and further the goals of school integration.
  • Support families through the application and placement process by providing application assistance, communicating their school choice options, resolving concerns, and providing translation services as needed to assist families and communicate information about school choice for families and RSCO publications.
The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, and has extensive experience in outreach to families through grass roots and community-based efforts.

Position Highlights:
  • Full-time, 35 hours per week
  • Monday through Friday schedule, with occasional extended and weekend hours for recruitment events during high demand periods in the placement process.
  • First shift
  • Hybrid role, alternating between in-office and telecommuting
  • Our office with modern amenities is centrally located in Hartford, CT (450 Columbus Blvd) with easy access to all major highways

Selection Plan

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Applications to this recruitment will be used to meet collective bargaining requirements. Once any collective bargaining requirements have been met, all other applicants may be considered.

  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting. Please note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.
  • For assistance in applying, please visit our 'Applicant Tips on How to Apply' page.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.
Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
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At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.

All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

Due to the large volume of applications received, the Department of Administrative Services is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.

Connect With Us:
If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov and reference the recruitment number.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Aging and Disability Services, Education, and the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System assists in planning and executing programs of extensive difficulty and scope for the improvement of education in the State.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists a Bureau Chief or Education Consultant in supervising various educational programs and services offered by the State; assists in the development and administration of certain programs of major importance or may develop and administer other programs within the framework of bureau policy; provides professional leadership and guidance to school authorities, professional organizations, students and various community groups and individuals; may assist in directing the routine functioning of the bureau; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of the philosophy and methods of education with particular reference to the field concerned; teaching skill; ability to prepare reports; ability to deal effectively with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

An earned advanced degree and five (5) years of professional experience OR in lieu thereof an equivalent combination of experience and training approved by the Board of Education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience addressing complaints of the general public in a customer service role.
  • Experience designing publications using publication software.
  • Experience as a family liaison for a school or school district.
  • Experience working with community organizations.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Experience planning events for the general public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class in certain positions may be required to possess an appropriate certificate issued by State Board of Education.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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