Adult Basic Literacy Education Advisor 1
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THE POSITION
Are you interested in making a positive impact on Pennsylvanias workforce? Do you have experience administering grant-funded adult basic education programing and using data to evaluate programing and support continuous program improvement? If so, join our team of adult basic education advisors and put that experience to use ensuring high-quality, data-driven adult basic education, and family literacy programs that support Commonwealth residents to achieve their personal, educational, and career goals. Take your career to the next level with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Adult Basic Education Advisor 1, you will work with adult basic education and family literacy programs receiving federal and state funds through the Division of Adult Education. Our goal is to ensure the highest quality programing that leads to successful outcomes for all Commonwealth residents attending the programs. You will be working closely with your assigned agencies to monitor and evaluate their activities. You will have the opportunity to participate in the annual review and revision of policies and guidelines and in the annual grant application process, including identifying priorities, providing technical assistance, and reviewing submitted applications. You will have the ability to work as a team to ensure that everyone is providing the same information and support to the field. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Conducting ongoing review and monitoring of all assigned programs for compliance with federal and state policies, procedures, guidelines, laws, statutes, and regulations and provision of high quality educational and support services that meet the needs of students
- Conducting on-site and remote monitoring reviews, desk monitoring, and ongoing review and analysis of program data
- Performing data review and analysis focusing on evidence of quality programing and positive outcomes for adult students and evidence of progress towards meeting contracted requirements and the need for program improvement or corrective action
- Collaborating with program staff to find solutions to problems of compliance with state and federal requirements, as well as respond to questions regarding issues related to division programs and initiatives
- Offering technical assistance to improve programing and services
- Utilizing your knowledge of and experience with new developments, significant curriculum, instructional and assessment materials, and research related to adult basic and family literacy education to inform your work
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 order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. You will be required to report in-office the second Wednesday of each month. Additional in-office days may be required by the supervisor.
- 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.
- Note : This position requires regular overnight and multi-day travel, mostly within Pennsylvania and occasionally to Washington, D.C and other out-of-state locations.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Four years of professional experience in the field of adult basic or literacy education, including one year in an administrative capacity and a bachelor’s degree or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of administrative experience in adult basic or literacy education.
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.
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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- 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.
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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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
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