Skilled & Technical Sciences Career Field Specialist & SkillsUSA State Advisor (Education Specialist III)

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Education - Agency 13 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $33.532 Job Posting: JR2026-00026674 Skilled & Technical Sciences Career Field Specialist & SkillsUSA State Advisor (Education Specialist III) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 06-13-2026 Job Description: The Nebraska Career and Technical Education team is seeking a Skilled and Technical Sciences Career Field Specialist and SkillsUSA Adviser to provide statewide programmatic leadership, consultative services, and technical assistance to Nebraska schools, Educational Service Units (ESUs), teacher preparation institutions, and other educational entities related to Skilled and Technical Sciences. Join a fun, dedicated team of leaders committed to creating valuable resources for educators and providing opportunities for students to explore these growing, hands-on career fields. The ideal candidate will be a connector and visionary—dynamic, innovative, and adaptable—who thrives in a collaborative environment. If you're looking for an engaging role where you can work with passionate educators and impact students statewide, apply today! **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 9: $69,746.51/year ($70,618.34/year after pay structure increases on June 29, 2026) This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this 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 $28,400 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at 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 Serves as State Advisor for SkillsUSA and state liaison between the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), the Nebraska SkillsUSA Association, and the Nebraska SkillsUSA Board of Directors. Coordinates resources, activities, events, and state and national conferences for Nebraska SkillsUSA, and provides training for the SkillsUSA State Officer team. Coordinates resources, activities, events, and state and national conferences for Nebraska SkillsUSA, competitive events for the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, and completes registration for national conferences and events. Collaborates to recruit and develop new SkillsUSA chapters throughout Nebraska. Provides guidance and technical assistance on selecting and implementing high quality, standards-aligned, instructional resources (e.g., curriculum, digital and open resources, assessment resources), and develops quality assurance processes. Assists with development and delivery of professional development related to Skilled & Technical Sciences. Conducts desk audits and on-site visits to monitor state and federal grant recipients and provide technical assistance related to the development and implementation of grants. Reviews and approves applications, amendments, and reports. Establishes and fosters strategic partnerships among state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to achieve goals of Nebraska Career & Technical Education (CTE). 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 conferences, schools, educational service units, and other service agencies. There is also approximately twenty days of overnight travel per year. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in the field of education or related subject area, two 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 Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the Education Specialist position. Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching per 92 NAC 21, and four years of 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. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as an instructor in Skilled & Technical Sciences, advising SkillsUSA, working with state and federal grants, and writing and aligning standards to local curriculum. If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. 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