Director-Center for Student Leadership and Expanded Learning (Education Specialist IV)

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The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Education - Agency 13 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $41.081 Job Posting: JR2026-00027284 Director-Center for Student Leadership and Expanded Learning (Education Specialist IV) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-02-2026 Job Description: Are you passionate about supporting student leadership, career readiness, and workforce preparation? Join a collaborative team focused on shaping the future of student leadership and career preparation across Nebraska! This position will provide leadership for Nebraska's Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) and other student leadership initiatives in alignment with the Center for Student Leadership and Expanded Learning. The ideal candidate thrives on collaboration and relationship-building, strategic thinking, leadership development, and has the ability to work with a variety of partners within education, business, and nonprofits. **The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.** Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 11: $85,448.66/year after pay structure on June 29,2026. The selected candidate skills, abilities, education, and experience may provide an opportunity for a higher salary rate. Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $31,800 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more! Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types 156% state-matched retirement for state plans, or 101% state-matched retirement for school plans Thirteen paid holidays per year Essential Functions Directs the statewide Center for Student Leadership and Expanded Learning and Nebraska's CTSO system, including establishing priorities, setting expectations, and ensuring consistent implementation across all state-authorized organizations. Develops and implements statewide initiatives to strengthen student leadership development and program effectiveness. Establishes and enforces program standards, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with state statutes, national standards, regulations, and agency expectations. Aligns CTSO activities with Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study, classroom instruction, and workforce development priorities to ensure integration as an intra-curricular component supporting student skill attainment and career readiness. Evaluates program effectiveness through assessing student experiences, advisor performance, and organizational outcomes using data and stakeholder feedback. Provides guidance and technical assistance to local education agencies, postsecondary institutions, and partners on implementation of student leadership programs. Oversees administrative fiscal processes supporting CTSOs by reviewing financial procedures, monitoring compliance, and ensuring efficient processing of funds aligned with program priorities and state or federal requirements. Provides leadership in the hiring, supervision, and potential discipline of staff. Conducts performance management activities including establishing annual goals related to the strategic plan, holding check-in meetings to discuss goal progress, and completing performance appraisals. Facilitates a continuous learning environment by promoting professional development to ensure all employees have the opportunity and skills to be efficient and effective in meeting the goals of the agency. Delegates work and projects appropriately among staff. Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver's license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings. Working Conditions and Travel: This position requires approximately 70% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 30% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as business or industry partnerships, postsecondary institutions, meetings, and conferences. There is also approximately one day of overnight travel per month. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in the field of education or related subject area, three years of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school, or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807. NOTE: A Nebraska Teac

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