Program Specialist Business, Marketing & IT Education at Oklahoma Department of Career Technology in Stillwater, Oklahoma

Job Description:

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The following position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.

Program Specialist Business, Marketing & IT Education Provide statewide guidance and support to programs and teachers in the Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education division.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: REQUIRED: ? Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or information technology or related field. ? Valid teaching certificate, preferably in business education, marketing education, or IT with industry certifications. ? Three (3) years teaching or related industry experience within career and technology education.

PREFERRED: Master’s degree in business, marketing or information technology or related field Position based in Stillwater, OK. Requires in-state and out-of-state travel for conferences, professional development, school/program visits, and industry visits and meetings.

Duties/Essential Functions: 1. Assist in planning, developing, and implementing continuous improvement plans for high-quality BMITE programs. 2. Provide career cluster guidance within the statewide instructional framework to instructors and administrators. 3. Provide leadership and technical support to instructors and administrators to assure program quality that meets local needs and ensures continuous program improvement. 4. Provide targeted support for programs within assigned region. 5. Assess nationwide trends and emerging technologies for relevance and potential impact on BMITE programs and the employability of students. 6. Establish/maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with key educational leaders, industry employers, statewide organizations, and state agencies to promote CareerTech as a leader in education and workforce/career development. 7. Identify best practices and promote innovative instructional delivery methods. 8. Conduct K-12 program evaluations and technology center accreditation visits to promote continuous improvement opportunities. 9. Plan and implement high-impact professional development training and technical assistance for teachers based on priorities and needs. 10. Assist with all divisional conferences, BPA/DECA activities, and training opportunities. 11. Participate in agency continuous improvement opportunities.

Salary/Benefits: $56,985.95 - $63,421.34 commensurate with education or experience. Health, dental, life and disability insurance; flexible benefits plan; teacher’s retirement; vacation/sick leave; paid holidays; employee assistance program; and flex-time options. Total salary and benefits package valued at $69,536.53 - $76,456.30.    

EEO employer.