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Working Title: COMPASS Literacy Specialist - Education Consultant 3

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 86501

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes - up to 50%

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 06/05/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/26/2025

+ **Bid Open** : 06/05/2025

+ **Bid Close** : 06/12/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / COMPASS Unit

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position shouldconsult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order tobe considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

As the Literacy Specialist, you will serve as the literacy leader to support the Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success (COMPASS) statewide system of continuous improvement. This will include supporting tier 1 instructional initiatives statewide in collaboration with the Regional Literacy Network and other COMPASS content teams. Duties will include:

+ Support the development of a sustainable system of processes and resources for educators and educational leaders to build their capacity to implement evidence-based literacy practices, engage families, and build educator efficacy, ultimately improving literacy outcomes for historically marginalized children in Minnesota.

+ Collaborate in the development, delivery, and ongoing support for professional development, tools, and technical assistance related to literacy in partnership with the Literacy Unit and the Regional Literacy Network.

+ Partner with a cross-division team on building administrator and educator competency around tier 1 instruction, assessment and data use.

+ Support processes for collecting and using fidelity data to improve adherence to evidence-based literacy practices.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Employees living within50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Five (5) years of professional experience

OR

A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of professional experience

Experience must include:

+ Successful completion of one of the Minnesota's three approved literacy professional development programs: LETRS, OL&LA, and/or CAREIALL

+ Experience planning and implementing district-wide initiatives and professional learning related to literacy

Preferred Qualifications

+ LETRS, OL&LA, or CAREIALL facilitator certification

+ Experience in a district literacy leadership role overseeing both elementary and secondary grade bands

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.