Science Education Advisor 2

Are you ready to take your career into a leadership role? The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), Division of Instructional Quality, is eager to welcome an ambitious Science Education Advisor 2 to their professional staff. In this crucial role, you will have the opportunity to provide expertise in Science Education programs, materials and resources, technical assistance, and professional development for all educational entities statewide. All work is performed with attention to research, best instructional practices, and is aligned to Federal, State, and PDE initiatives related to student achievement and accountability. Take on this exciting new challenge and advance your career with us!

This professional is responsible for providing leadership and guidance for the Department of Education's statewide program of advisory services in the development, expansion and improvement of science educational programs in Commonwealth schools. Work involves responsibility for the development, review and clarification of the role and direction of science education within the overall school curriculum; for establishing the short range goals and priorities for the science education advisory program; and for formulating the long range objectives for science education in the curricula of elementary and secondary schools. The employee is responsible for planning, leading and participating in the development of science curricula, standards and program guidelines for statewide application. The employee coordinates and oversees the work of curriculum and research specialists in identifying, developing and evaluating new approaches and innovative programs in science education. Included in the scope of this job is responsibility for functioning in a leadership capacity with other professional, paraprofessional and clerical personnel in the development and improvement of science education.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, in office one day per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• This position involves travel.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Science Education Advisor 1; or
• Five years of professional experience in science education, including three years of experience in public schools and two years of experience in the development and implementation of science education curricula or programs; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes three years of experience in public schools and two years of experience in the development and implementation of science education curricula or programs.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.