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Director of Outreach - Public Service Manager 1

Salary

$68,702.40 - $122,428.80 Annually

Location

Council Bluffs - 51503 - Pottawattamie County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-00048

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Opening Date

07/08/2025

Closing Date

7/20/2025 2:59 PM Central

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Job Description

Director of Outreach

Primary Function:

Under supervision from the Superintendent collaborates with stakeholders including AEAs, LEAs, parents and families to identify and implement programming and services that increase educational opportunities for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Lead development and implementation of strategic plan for ISD Outreach program.

+ Collaborate with the Department of Education, Area Education Agencies and other stakeholders to provide statewide outreach to parents and school district personnel.

+ Coordinate all aspects of the School’s Family Resource Program, providing supports to families and interdisciplinary teams with consultation and assistance in the areas of language assessment and transition.

+ Build and maintain connections with students, parents and families through workshops, social activities and Involvement with deaf mentoring program.

+ Coordinate all aspects of the School’s Extended Learning Program, collaborating with Area Education Agencies and school districts to provide summer camps and increase educational and social opportunities for students in the Expanded Core Curriculum

+ Coordinate and facilitate spoken and signed language communication evaluations for students who need evaluations and assessments ensuring communication between the school districts, AEAs and ISD. Arrange follow up for students who have been evaluated and assessed by ISD.

+ Coordinates all aspects of the Language Resource Program including sign language development for staff and interpreter services for ISD.

+ Provide support and professional development for interpreters throughout the State of Iowa as well as support to administrators supervising interpreters and other professional working with deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

+ Coordinates all aspects of the Literacy Resource Program to increase student literacy by providing teachers and students with access to multi-modal language materials for classroom instruction.

+ Lead, supervise and evaluate Outreach department staff including; Sign Language Program Coordinator, Sign Language Instructor, and other staff who work with the Outreach Department.

+ Represent ISD on committees and boards such as EHDI, DHH Interagency, and PTSSA.

+ Share knowledge and understanding of Deaf Culture, Deaf Inclusion and Deaf Identity to support students’ social-emotional and behavior development.

+ Collaborate with the Director of Student Life, Principal and Director of Communications on development and implementation of activities and events for students and families.

+ Performs other duties assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

Master's degree in Deaf education, Deaf studies, human behavior or related field. Previous experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and learning differences; bilingual education; team teaching and team building preferred. Must be able to facilitate communication and relationships among diverse groups of stakeholders. Familiarity and experience with the Expanded Core Curriculum and early childhood through post-high school programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing students, Exceptional communication and organizational skills.

Benefits:

At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

+ Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.

+ Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.

+ Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.

+ Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).

+ Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.

+ Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit ourbenefits webpage. (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits)

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to four years of full-time work in program administration, development, management, or operations.

2) Eight years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations.

3) All of the following (a and b):

a. Four years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and

b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

4) All of the following (a, b, and c):

a. Two years of full-time work experience work in program administration, development, management, or operations; and

b. A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience; and

c. A combination of a total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is

also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

5) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/PublicServiceManager1-00784-60784-80784.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Candidate must be fluent in sign language with an Advanced level of achievement.

Advanced ASL

+ Able to read others’ fingerspelling at a normal rate.

+ Broad vocabulary on a wide range of topics.

+ Able to have conversations with spontaneous elaboration on a variety of work and social topics.

+ Signing rate is like native ASL users with occasional mistakes that do not detract from the conversation.

+ Good to excellent use of grammatical structure of ASL.

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.

Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

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+ No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

+ No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

+ Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited four-year college or university?IF YES- How many years do you have of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?

+ Not applicable – I have not graduated from an accredited four-year college or university

+ No experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Less than two years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Two years to less than four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Four or more years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

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How many years do you have of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?

+ Not applicable – I do not have experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Less than two years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Two years to less than four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Four years to less than six years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Six years to less than eight years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Eight or more years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

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Do you have a minimum of four years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?IF YES

How many total years do you have of combined post-high school education and ADDITIONAL (not used to count for the first portion of the question) full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?

NOTE 1:30 thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.

NOTE 2:Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

+ Not applicable – I do not have a minimum of four years of experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Four years to less than six years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Six years to less than eight years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Eight or more years of combined post-high school education and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

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Do you have two years of full-time work experience in program administration, development, management, or operations? IF YES - How many years do you have of a combination of GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and ADDITIONAL (not used to count for the first portion question) full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations?

NOTE 1:24 semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public-service-related area (e.g., public or business administration, social work, law, education, engineering) equals one year of full-time experience

NOTE 2:Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full-time experience or education.

+ Not applicable – I do not have GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work or Iowa Certified Public Manager Program certification

+ Less than two years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Two years to less than four years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

+ Four or more years of combined GRADUATE level (post bachelor's degree) course work and full-time experience in program administration, development, management, or operations

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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the State of Iowa?

+ Not applicable – I am not a State of Iowa employee

+ I do not have experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa

+ Less than 12 months of experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa

+ 12 or more months of experience as a Public Service Supervisor or comparable specific management-level position for the state of Iowa

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Address

Grimes State Office Building

400 E 14th St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

https://www.educateiowa.gov/

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