Job Description:

Arizona Department of Education

The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization

committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.

Director of Title II

Job Location:

Title II Unit

Phoenix Location

Posting Details:

Salary: $82,500 - $87,000

 Grade: 22

 Closing Date: 11/22/2025

Job Summary:

• Ensure state and federal reporting guidelines and deadlines are met under Title II, Part A
• Prepare and manage budgets and allocations for federal and state programs with an emphasis on the State activities funding under Title II, Part A
• Direct and assist with the scheduling, implementation, and facilitation of educator leadership academies and training activities under the Effective Teachers & Leaders unit
• Support the unit in managing current and future pilot programs.

·       Occasional in-state travel may be required for this position

The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment, with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs).  Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.

Job Duties:

• Provide leadership to staff in planning and organizing activities necessary to accomplish agency and division goals. 
• Plan, organize and direct the implementation of federal programs, for Title II, other federal initiatives related to Highly Qualified Professionals.

·       Provide technical assistance and training to ADE staff, school districts, and charter schools in the area of Highly Qualified Professionals specifically regarding school discipline and classroom management. 

·       Interpret state and federal authorizing legislation, all program rules and regulations promulgated by state/federal statute, and applicable guidelines and all rules.

·       Prepare program-specific technical and administrative reports.

·       Answer telephone inquiries and/or correspondence.

·       Attend local, state and federal meetings and conferences. 

·       Serve on task forces or committees and complete special assignments, as requested.

·       Work with other divisions within the ADE, helping to coordinate their activities with those of Title II and the training support of school discipline and classroom management throughout the state for schools and districts as needed. 

·       Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:

• Use of Title II, Part A, funding
• The role of professional learning in improving educator practice
• How to create effective learning experiences for teachers and school leaders
• Educational evaluations and management techniques
• Applicants must have supervisory experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in education, a related field, or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree, is required

Skills in:

• Communication - both written and verbal
• Supervision of both professional and administrative staff
• Organization, planning, and budgeting
• Understanding and applying the principles of continuous quality improvement in education
• Intermediate to advanced skills in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively with educators at all levels and the public
• Create effective learning experiences for teachers and school leaders
• Provide leadership for task forces, committees, and special projects
• Develop, maintain, and enhance effective collaborative partnerships with external governmental, business, and community-based partners to advance agency initiatives

Selective Preferences:

Preference will be given to those applicants with knowledge of the state activities funding under Title II, Part A, Supporting Effective Instruction Grant.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks, required documents and, if applicable, a post-offer medical/physical evaluation.
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Driver’s License Requirements.
• All employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Retirement:

You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment, subject to waiting period. On or shortly after, your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

·       Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans

·       Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans

·       10 paid holidays per year

·       Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

·       Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly

·       Deferred compensation plan

·       Wellness plans

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-3186 or emailing Human.Resources@azed.gov.  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. 

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Job ID: 537227- Job Closing Date - 11/22/2025- o Visit https://state-of-arizona.career-pages.com/home o Click on Current Openings o Select Department of Education from the Department drop down list o Click on desired position o Click Apply Now - Salary Range - $82,500 - $87,000