CAREER DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR/E56B

SUMMARY: Serve as a coordinator between Oklahoma Department of Career and

Technology Education (ODCTE) and administrative entities involved with the delivery of career and technology education programs and services. Assist in convening relevant partner groups for the purpose of supporting the system's strategic purposes and the goals set forth by the State Director/State Board of Career and Technology Education.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in related field.
• Five years of successful, recent experience in the field of career and technology education and/or education experience, relevance of education and experience relating to the position’s job duties will be validated and considered in the selection process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as liaison to technology centers, comprehensive schools, conducting visits and providing frequent communication to those partners, and collaborate with appropriate internal and external entities to explore partnership opportunities that help support the CTE system within your assigned region.
• Coordinate training, resources, and enhancements for the web-based career development system for the state of Oklahoma.
• Collaborate with the career development team to develop and execute strategies to expand the implementation and usage of programs focused on career awareness and work-based learning.
• Identify system needs and coordinate initiatives that facilitate the sharing of best practices, recognize emerging trends, and provide technical assistance to schools and stakeholders.
• Promote Professional learning opportunities to technology centers and comprehensive schools regarding Career and Technology Education.
• Attend professional development activities, workshops, and in-service opportunities that support career and technology education programs and services.
• Report issues and concerns directly to the appropriate ODCTE staff member to enhance the growth, development, and quality of career and technology education programs and services.
• Serve as a member of special teams, task forces, committees, and professional organizations as assigned by the State Director of Career and Technology Education.

• Plan and coordinate travel arrangements to maximize impact and effectiveness

• Conduct visits and frequent communication to comprehensive schools and technology centers within the assigned region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Have a working knowledge of current technology, including computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and other related equipment. Applicant must have the ability to utilize a variety of software programs, ranging from word processing to e-mail and Internet utilization, and communicate effectively. Knowledge of the administration and operation of career and technology education programs, policies, and procedures of the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education, public school administration, state school laws, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to career and technology education is required. When not in travel status, normal office conditions are present.

SALARY/BENEFITS: $56,985.95 - $63,421.34 commensurate with education or experience.

• The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay for insurance premiums which include health, dental, life and disability insurance.
• The amount of your allowance, $9000-$20000, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
• State paid teacher’s retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
• Vacation leave and 15 days sick leave and 11 paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options. 

Total salary and benefits package valued at $71,991.72 - $78,911.50.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents as necessary. Proficiency in writing reports and formulating professional business correspondence and processes. Ability to effectively present information and respond to 10 questions from groups of supervisors, customers, and the general public. The capacity to communicate technical concepts and thoughts to management.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply moderately complex mathematical equations as applicable. (For example: calculating discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume, and applying concepts of basic algebra and geometry.)

REASONING SKILLS: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift 50 pounds and with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Extensive travel and a valid driver's license required.
The office location is determined by the successful applicants’ location.

Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Position posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days or until position is filled.  
Send cover letter, including job title, and resume to:
Mail: Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education, Attn: HR, 1500 West Seventh Ave., Stillwater, OK  74074.
Fax: 405/743-5186.
Email: applicant@careertech.ok.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employment
Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status or any other status prohibited by applicable law.  Any comments should be made to Gina Hubbard gina.hubbard@careertech.ok.gov or 405-743-5167.  1500 West Seventh Avenue, Stillwater, OK 74074-4398

Salary/Compensation: $56,986 - $63,421 per year

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