Career Readiness Manager - Education Consultant Manager 15 job at State of Michigan in Lansing, MI

Title: Career Readiness Manager - Education Consultant Manager 15 Location: Lansing United States Job Description: Salary $85,217.60 - $126,588.80 Annually Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 3103-25-089DC Department Education Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) 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 48933. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement. Position Description: Career Readiness Manager - Education Consultant Manager 15 (Download PDF reader) Job Specification: Education Consultant Manager 15 (Download PDF reader) State of Michigan 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 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. 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