Program Associate Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Job Responsibilities The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential. Job Purpose: South Carolina Centers for the Re-Education and Advancement of Teachers in Special Education and Related Services Personnel (SC-CREATE) is a recruitment and retention initiative funded through the Office of Special Education Services. Through SC-CREATE, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) seeks to grow a highly qualified and appropriately credentialed special education teacher and related service provider workforce in South Carolina K-12 public schools.

Under limited supervision, the SC-CREATE Program Coordinator is solely responsible for the implementation of the program, including management of all administrative tasks and procedures, collaboration with institutions of higher education (IHEs), contract and budget management, data analysis, and reporting. This position also includes participation on internal and external teams focusing on recruitment and retention. Responsibilities: Contract management: Negotiate and prepare annual contracts and supporting documentation for each IHE Update the CREATE website frequently to reflect current course offerings and information Budget management: Develop annual budgets for each IHE Approve invoices for payment to IHEs each instructional period Track budgets to ensure alignment with contracted amounts Program oversight: Collaborate with CREATE center directors at each IHE to ensure compliance and support students Respond to inquiries about CREATE Review applications for CREATE scholarships Ensure contract deliverables are met Ensure contracts, budgets, and invoices are processed in a timely manner Program success and growth: Collect and analyze program data Prepare an annual report detailing CREATE implementation and data analysis Negotiate course offerings with current and additional IHEs, as needed, to ensure course offerings are relevant to meet district special education staffing needs Recruitment and retention: Participate on internal and external teams to improve recruitment and retention of special education teachers and related service providers Other duties as assigned This position is located in the Office of Special Education.

Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business. Preferred Qualifications A bachelor's degree and experience in education/special education or a related field. A master's degree or higher in special education or a related field.

Three plus (3+) years of experience teaching and/or in education leadership. At least five (5) years of professional experience working with students or supervising the provision of educational services. Experience with a scholarship program or a recruitment and retention program as a program administrator or in another management capacity.

Experience with contract management and technical writing. Strong organizational skills, including an ability to manage multiple priorities with competing demands for resources. Strong written communication and technical writing skills.

Commitment to continually extending existing knowledge and skills to be up to date on the latest recruitment and retention initiatives and research. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment while demonstrating sound judgement and making timely, effective decisions.

Additional Comments As a part of a generous compensation package, we offer comprehensive benefits that include generous paid time off, preeminent health care benefits, professional development opportunities, pension, a 401(k), and a hybrid work schedule with opportunity for remote work. The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.

15 days sick leave per year. 13 paid holidays. State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

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