Position Title: Early Literacy Program Coordinator
Classification: Program Analyst 4
Salary: $5,657 - $8,688 (*$6,051 - $9,293 PERS)
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Representation: Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Application Deadline: October 15, 2023
We are seeking an Early Literacy Program Coordinator to join our Oregon Department of Education.
This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.
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Our Agency Mission:
The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
Oregon's Early Literacy Framework is intended to strengthen belonging and literacy teaching in all elementary classrooms. Its goal is to ensure that every child is proficient in reading and writing in one or more languages by the time they finish elementary school. The framework is designed to be a primary resource for district and school leaders. It consists of eight sections that work together to support culturally sensitive teaching and the use of effective reading science to ensure children's literacy and biliteracy development.
This position will be housed in our Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (OEDI), which leads proactive equity initiatives that interrupt and eliminate harmful power dynamics that are endemic in Oregon’s education system. Our initiatives are driven by deep and ongoing engagement with the lived experiences of our students and families so that we can provide intentional structures, practices, and policies that uphold their intersecting identities, needs, and strengths. As a result of our agency’s collective commitment, we will create an equitable education system centered in justice, relationships, and healing to ensure that every student can achieve their highest potential. Our collective energy and urgency serves as a touchpoint for pivotal cross departmental and cross- agency collaboration towards a shared vision for equity throughout Oregon.
What you will do!
This role is a crucial part of the Early Literacy Team, a cross-agency team responsible for creating a strong statewide Early Literacy Program in collaboration with Community Based Organizations. The goal is to put into action the Governor's Early Literacy Success Initiative and empower parents, guardians, and families from marginalized communities to enhance early literacy results for students in Oregon. In this position, you'll work closely with partners from different offices, state contacts, Community Based Organizations, communities, families, school districts, state representatives, and more.
You will be the driving force behind the coordination of the Early Literacy Success Community Grant Program, and the vital point of contact for the state, supporting the Early Literacy Community Program. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with grant recipients, partner offices, state representatives, community-based organizations, communities, families, school districts, and state officials. Your mission? To execute the Early Literacy Community Program, a pivotal component of the Governor's Early Literacy Success Initiative.
But that's not all – you'll also have the thrilling responsibility of providing training and comprehensive support to grant recipients in the Early Literacy Success Community Grant Program. You'll oversee efforts to establish state policies and guidelines for the Early Literacy Program, covering the administration and implementation of both federal and state policies. This means you'll be at the forefront of harmonizing the Early Literacy Program and its related grant initiatives among organizations that may have overlapping or potentially conflicting requirements or objectives.
In addition, you'll be the one identifying policies, procedures, and regulations that may need some fine-tuning or enhancement, working collaboratively with communities and grant recipients to develop a plan to implement any recommended changes. This is your opportunity to make a real impact on early literacy success across the state and be part of a dynamic and transformative initiative!
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Minimum Qualifications (Need to have):
We are looking for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Education, or a degree related specifically to this position, and five years experience coordinating or administering a program in education, specifically literacy.
OR;
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience in education, specifically literacy.
Desired Attributes (Nice to have):
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
Demonstrated understanding of the Oregon Early Literacy Framework.
Extensive knowledge and expertise with implementing programs to promote early literacy, particularly at the community level.
Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics and relationship building that exist across organizations and institutions across varying levels of the educational cascade (i.e. state, region, district, community, etc.).
Demonstrate commitment to equity; in addition to the cultivation of equitable practices
Skilled in fostering relationships with diverse partners, including businesses, communities, development partners, legislators, and local/state governments to achieve shared objectives.
Proficient in effective communication, adept at leading public meetings, presenting information in public forums, and skillfully managing meetings involving partners with conflicting priorities.
Experienced in program development, including the interpretation of legislative language and the formulation of program rules that align with legislative intent.
Accomplished in program implementation, including demonstrating strategic thinking in designing, executing, and overseeing high-visibility programs.
Proficient in program evaluation and reporting, with a background in assessing program guidelines and funding criteria, interpreting statutes, rules, and guidelines, and monitoring compliance within established procedures.
Extensive knowledge and expertise with research studies, policies, standards, and best practices relevant to early literacy development.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Why us?
Our office prides itself on creating an inclusive, collaborative and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.
Our amazing benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
11 paid holidays per year,
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year,
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month,
Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Upload a resume and cover letter.
In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages).
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
Application Tips:
Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.
In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.
