Education Specialist II

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information.

If you are a current State of Maine employee, you must complete your application through the internal application process (Find Jobs Report). Please apply using your PRISM account. If you are on Seasonal Leave and do not have access to PRISM, contact your local Human Resources representative for application information.

Opening Date: October 10, 2025

Closing Date: October 28, 2025 @ 12:01 a.m.

Grade Profile: 24

Salary: $ 51, $76,835.20/Annually

Purpose:

This is professional services work in planning and overseeing a statewide education program in a specific specialty/subject area. Responsibilities include organizing, promoting, interpreting, developing policy, and administering assigned program through consultation with superintendents and cooperating agencies, and group or individual teacher conferences. This position exists to support student and staff level data collections and reporting systems in order to meet state and federal reporting requirements and to ensure the quality of the data collected. This position will also support related MDOE program areas and initiatives. Responsibilities involve professional educational work of a specialized nature, which includes developing training materials for software applications and associated work processes; developing training materials for program improvement; delivering and/or assisting with the delivery of training; surveying participants for training program enhancements; enhancing training materials based on participant feedback; and identifying and implementing multiple methods of advertising. This position provides feedback on the application enhancement process by communicating with school and SAU staff to help them resolve issues regarding application use. The position works independently, as well as serves as a consultant providing expertise and leadership to other data team members as they train users on complex data systems. The position functions as a consultant to data team staff to determine complex system documentation and training strategies. This position could require a significant amount of travel.

Representative Tasks

Responsibilities include designing and delivering training through workshops, online sessions, and user guides; assessing training needs and developing plans to support schools and staff; collaborating with internal and external partners to align training with department programs; and maintaining up-to-date training resources, communications, and websites. The role also evaluates training effectiveness, prepares reports, ensures compliance with fiscal policies, provides help desk support, and contributes to overall team initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of education administration, teaching methods, and materials
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching adult learners
• Knowledge of MDOE staff and student data collections.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations applicable to and enforced by the Department
• Ability to interpret and explain statutory provisions to local school authorities and the public.
• Ability to plan and organize educational programs.
• Ability to formulate and administer rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to write clearly and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
  Ability to travel to school units to provide on-site training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors Degree in Education or required specialty/subject area and two (2) years professional level experience in required specialty/subject area. A Masters Degree in Education or required specialty/subject area may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Individual positions may require a professional teaching certificate in assigned specialty/subject area as issued by the State Department of Education & Cultural Services

Applicants with demonstrated experience in education data systems, ongoing data quality enhancement, a strong grasp of education data intricacies, and the ability to develop effective training materials will be prioritized.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State .

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes XX.XX % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System ( MainePERS ), on behalf of the employee .

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional , unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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