| Location | Harrisburg, PA |
| Salary | $69,086–$104,959 Per Year |
Basic Education Associate 1
Salary
$69,086.00 - $104,959.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CSSC-2026-60997-21100
Department
Department of Education
Division
ED Div Fed Prgms
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
21100
Position Number
00167386
Union
FOSCEP
Bargaining Unit
C4
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00163340
Bureau / Division
Education Division, Federal Program
Worksite Address
607 South Drive
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Donna Stewart
Contact Phone
717.783.2642
Contact Email
donnstewar@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a career that directly influences educational outcomes? If you thrive at multi-tasking in collaborative work environment, consider joining the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The Division of Federal Programs is looking for a Basic Education Associate that is passionate about education and student achievement. If you are ready to make an impact through grant management and tackle a variety of tasks, this position is for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position acts as the program manager of the Title IV-A grant program under the Every Student Succeeds Act, supporting student enrichment, student safety and health, and effective usage of technology. The role is responsible for ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and in compliance with regulations, while managing multiple tasks. This includes supporting grant application reviews; monitoring and compliance; designing, developing, and delivering training and technical assistance; collecting and analyzing data; conducting research; and responding to school district inquiries.
Why should you work for the Pennsylvania Department of Education?
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
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We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
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Additional Requirement - Do you possess at least one year of grant administration experience in the field of education?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How many years of full-time professional experience in the field of education do you possess?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much graduate coursework in education have you completed?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROVIDE LEADERSHIP
Provide leadership and direction to educational entities in administering effective basic education programs; serve on advisory committees as a team leader/member; assess education needs of students and professional development needs of educators and administrators, etc.; and assist in development and revision of curricula in order to ensure that there is a clear understanding of the goals and objectives of educational programs that are sound and that meet the needs of participants and students.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - REVIEW EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Review elementary and secondary education programs developed by educational entities e.g., a local educational agency (LEA), an intermediate unit (IU), a state correctional institution (SCI), a youth development center (YDC), a youth forestry camp (YFC), and personnel to ensure educational soundness and appropriateness to the desired objectives; ensure that proposed programs meet the criteria for receipt of grants and other funding; and recommend changes to improve the quality of training programs.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - ASSESS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Assist school entities in developing programs that include appropriate instructional strategies, effective teaching techniques, and student performance assessment; assist in selecting best practices and in developing classroom and support instructional programs that model effective instruction; develop performance assessment instruments and rubrics; and interpret state assessments for planning school improvements.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITE AND DEVELOP PRESENTATIONS
Develop workshops, seminars, and training sessions based on sound educational practices; model effective teaching strategies; write articles, brochures, pamphlets, and guidelines for dissemination in national and specialized publications; revise and update manuals to promote consistent administration of programs; and develop multi-media presentations in order to disseminate information.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - REVIEW FUNDING INFORMATION
Provide information to educational entities on the availability of state, federal, and other funds and grants; explain the proper procedures for obtaining funds; and review applications for education/training funds to ensure completeness and compliance with established guidelines in order to facilitate expeditious receipt of maximum available funds to establish, maintain, expand, and upgrade educational/professional development programs.
Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
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Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address 613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website http://www.employment.pa.gov