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.

The Office of Educational Supports is an office within the Division of Assessment, School Improvement, and Systems Support. OES provides support to local education agencies, including PSAs, to develop and implement programs and services funded with supplementary Federal or State funds to accelerate student achievement through continuous improvement and close achievement gaps for the most at-risk students. OES supports MDE policy development on a range of issues, including research-based strategies to support learning, equitable educational experiences, supports for school turnaround, the closure of achievement gaps, coordination of services, and tools for instructional techniques to increase learning.

The Office of Educational Supports is staffed by an assigned team of region-based consultants who are stationed across the State of Michigan. The purpose of the Education Field Services Consultant position is to provide local school districts with technical assistance and ongoing support related to Federal grant programs to support student academic achievement. Two positions are available in the regional team 5 service area in Metro Detroit. Applicants may refer to the map to identify the area of the state that regional team 5 serves. The service area assigned within a team may vary based on operational needs.

STAFF WHO WORK IN THIS AREA MUST RESIDE IN OR LIVE CONTIGUOUS TO THE REGIONAL AREA WHERE THEY WORK FOR THE DURATION OF THEIR EMPLOYMENT.

Regional Service Area Map

Position Summary

The regional consultant provides services to an assigned region* for school improvement initiatives, with a focus on student achievement. Responsibilities of the position include federal (and a small number of state) program desk audits, application review and approval, monitoring visits, technical assistance to school districts (with an emphasis on coordination of federal programs), consultation on resources and initiatives, and assistance in obtaining specialized services to meet program development needs. The regional consultant works with intermediate school districts, other educational agencies, and community organizations to promote collaboration and networking to meet local needs. Consultants are grouped in larger collaborative regions to expand networking opportunities and facilitate teamwork. This position includes work in collaborative teams with leadership responsibilities for one or more office initiatives, projects or programs including presentations and professional development for school personnel.

Position Description: Education Field Services Consultant 11-P13 - Team 5

Job Specification: Education Field Services Consultant 11-P13

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.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.