Section Chief

Position Title Education Program Director I (NS) – Agency: Dept of Public Instruction Division Academic Svcs, Instructional Support About the Agency The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education. Description of Work The Section Chief for the Office of Federal Programs provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and programmatic guidance to ensure the effective implementation, compliance, and continuous improvement of federally funded education programs. The Section Chief collaborates with internal divisions, public school units (PSUs), community partners, and federal stakeholders to ensure efficient administration, monitoring, and technical assistance across assigned program areas. The Section Chief works collaboratively with other office Section Chiefs and completes other duties as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director. Job Responsibilities Support statewide initiatives designed to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged, underserved, and at‑risk student populations while ensuring alignment with federal statutes, state policies, and agency priorities. Provide supervision and support of program administrators overseeing statewide comprehensive and targeted support initiatives funded through federal programs, including the development and implementation of support frameworks for identified schools. Supervise program administrators providing leadership over data reporting, application systems, project management, and digital infrastructure supporting the Office of Federal Programs. Lead federal compliance, audit readiness, risk assessment, and program monitoring processes. Develop and deliver statewide training, professional development, and technical assistance for PSUs and program stakeholders. Provide direct supervision, leadership development, evaluation responsibilities, monitor performance and expectations, ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, foster a positive work environment, and address employee relations issues of direct reports. Minimum Education & Experience Doctoral degree in education or in the special education field from an appropriately accredited institution, and two years of progressively responsible experience in public education; or a Master's degree in education or in the special education field from an appropriately accredited institution, and four years of progressively responsible experience in public education. Manager Preferences Experience in grants administration, data reporting, and planning/managing multiple projects; including preparation and presentation of formal proposals and recommendations. Demonstrated experience in federal school improvement efforts (TSI, CSI, IPG). Recruitment Range $70,627.00 – $111,000.00 EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Application Close Date This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night before the End Date above. #J-18808-Ljbffr