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6/11/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02577
Education Program Consultant
Pay Grade
16
Salary
$4,356.96 - $5,169.46 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education
Location
Location Varies
Description
The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the
telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky.
The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the
Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky’s
public schools and districts as they implement the state’s P-12 education requirements. The department also
serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.
The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member
Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within those
offices are administered by division directors.
The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky
School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518
employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.
OUR MISSION:
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide
leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES:
Equity
Achievement
Collaboration
Integrity
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Career and Technical Education, Division of Student
Transition and Career Readiness, Student Leadership Development Branch has an opening for an Education Program
Consultant. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and professional
environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential, while
receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Provide consultative services and technical assistance to local educators through the Student
Leadership Development Branch in the development and improvement of career and technical education programs by
planning, developing, implementing and evaluating materials and resources in curriculum development and
program planning.
Coordinate activities of career and technical student organization, Technology Student
Association (TSA). Provide guidance in the implementation of career and technical student organization, (CTSO)
activities at local, regional and state level including but not limited to state and regional career
development events.
Provide leadership and technical assistance to districts, schools and teachers to facilitate
the full implementation of Engineering, Computer Science, Aviation and Media Arts education programs related
to CTSO, TSA. Develop materials to plan and conduct professional learning activities for both internal office
use and presentations for state/national workshops and meetings.
Provide leadership in the planning, development and implementation and monitoring of the middle and
secondary Engineering, Computer Science, Aviation and Media Arts programs including related career and
technical student organization, TSA. Collaborate with business/industry curriculum advisory task force groups
and other stakeholders in planning, developing and implementing materials.
Serve on integrated teams and/or workgroups as assigned to implement initiatives and strategic
priorities of the Office of Career and Technical Education.
Demonstrate initiative to meet the needs of the Office of Career and Technical Education. Seek to
improve processes. Demonstrate adaptability by managing time and work-related tasks in relation to Office of
Career and Technical Education priorities and goals.
Benefits and Perks:
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
Overtime and compensatory time
Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
Life insurance
Retirement
Wellness incentives program
Training and career development opportunities
Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Flexible work schedules
Employee resource groups
Employee recognition
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and
background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release
from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.
In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers'
Retirement System.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education or a related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Three years of professional experience in education, career and technical education, or a related field.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Current Rank II or Rank I certification by the Department of Education or Education Professional Standards Board will substitute for the required educational requirement. Additional professional experience in the field of education will substitute for the required educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office or school setting. Travel may be required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Katlyn Comley at
[email protected] or 502-564-3716.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D