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State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 1 week ago

Program Planner 2 (GEAR UP Iowa Facilitator)

Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

6+ years exp

The State of Iowa - Executive Branch is dedicated to ensuring all students receive a world-class education. They are seeking a GEAR UP Iowa Facilitator to plan and lead grant project activities, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines and supporting school districts in implementing college access strategies.

AssociationConsultingNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Ensure outcome focused, effective and compliant implementation of GEAR UP Iowa (GUI) in assigned school districts:

Assisting assigned districts in planning and implementing GUI plans according to programmatic and fiscal policies and procedures

Convening monthly school planning meetings for the purpose of ensuring data-driven decisions for the planning and implementation of college access strategies and activities

Supporting plan implementation, tracking progress and providing consultation and compliance support to district and school staff

Providing consistent support, training, and organization for school planning teams

Consulting with district personnel to identify and help fill gaps in school engagement and compliance

Developing and fostering partnerships with colleges, community organizations, businesses, faith communities, civic leaders, and other appropriate entities to support broader community-wide engagement around college attainment

Serve as an advocate for the GUI associated strategies and practices

Deliver presentations on specific topics to schools, parents, and students; collaborate with community partners to provide additional information, as appropriate:

Identifying gaps in professional development for GUI school staff, counselors, teachers and administrators

Delivering, or assist in delivering, professional development through conference presentations, at districts, or via technology, as developed in consultation with the GUI Coordinator

Developing and maintaining knowledge of current research and best practices in age-appropriate: academic success strategies, academic and behavioral advising, student and family engagement, career planning and the college-going process, and community partnership engagement

Identify best practices to support the GUI Framework components (academic support, advising, college and career exposure, social emotional learning skills and college enrollment and transition) and develop strategies for program-wide implementation

Serve as subject matter expert for the project and liaison for other GUI Facilitators for assigned component(s)

Independently research and respond to questions from students and families

Utilize designated systems for tracking student services, student assessments and plans, communication with students and parents, and other research tools to maintain up-to-date knowledge of school progress and needs:

Training and assisting school personnel in utilizing designated systems

Utilizing designated relationship and service tracking systems to document project progress, key contacts and appropriate use of GUI funds

Assisting the GUI Director and Coordinator with collection of data for program evaluation and monitoring

Contribute to and consult on GUI publications, website, and media efforts

Represent GUI in bureau and department efforts

Qualification

Program managementFederal grant complianceData analysisPublic speakingYouth developmentEducational program experienceProject implementationCollaborationConflict resolutionInterpersonal skills

Required

Six years of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility)

A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience

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 any field equals one year of full-time experience

Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Program Planner 1

Passion for accomplishing common goals in pursuit of public service

Ability to work collaboratively within high-performing teams

Ability to work independently, moving projects forward with minimal supervision

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interpret and break down highly technical language, and present information in an understandable manner

Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills

Desire to work with diverse teams and stakeholders

Preferred

Experience with college access, youth development or educational program experience with or in K-12 schools or colleges

Experience in large-scale project implementation

Experience in federal grant programs

Experience leading workshops, presentations, or classes

Experience with program operations relating to data, evaluation or compliance

Benefits

Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of students, their families, and Iowa communities

Collaborative, positive work environment

Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow

Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country

Employee discounts from a variety of vendors

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company

State of Iowa - Executive Branch

If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.

Founded in 1965

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

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