EDUCATION PROGRAMS DIRECTOR
Salary
$83,666.16 - $125,760.24 Annually
Location
Nevada
Job Type
Full-Time - Departmental Only
Job Number
2026-02621
Department
NDE - DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
6/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Salary Grade
41
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
700 E FIFTH ST CARSON CITY, NV 89701 OR 2080 E FLAMINGO RD STE 210 LAS VEGAS, NV 89119
Job Summary
Education Programs Directors, Supervisors, and Professionals assist and foster the growth of early childhood, pre-K, K-12, postsecondary, adult, and related education programs throughout Nevada by providing technical assistance, training, and oversight.
The Nevada Department of Education is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as an Education Programs Director within the Office of Student and School Supports. This position provides strategic leadership and oversight for statewide PK-12 education programs that support diverse student populations, including English learners, migratory students, students experiencing homelessness, and students experiencing economic hardship.
The Education Programs Director is responsible for program administration, staff supervision, grant and budget management, compliance monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and technical assistance. The incumbent will lead efforts to improve educational outcomes through effective program implementation, school and district improvement planning, professional learning, and continuous support to educators and educational partners throughout Nevada.
Key responsibilities include overseeing state and federal education grants, ensuring fiscal accountability and regulatory compliance, supervising professional staff, supporting program effectiveness, and serving as a resource to school districts, community partners, and other stakeholders. The position also provides leadership in implementing programs and services in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations, and educational priorities.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and team management skills, experience administering large-scale grants and budgets, knowledge of federal education programs and requirements, and a demonstrated ability to support diverse student populations and improve educational outcomes. Experience teaching English learners or supervising programs that support English learners is required. A valid teaching and/or administrative license is preferred.
Essential Qualifications
Masters degree from an accredited university in business, economics, education, English, math, psychology, science, sociology, or closely related field and two years of professional experience in an educational program area, which included experience in at least two of the following areas: managing a budget for purposes of supporting schools, districts, or other entities; leading and managing a team that supports organizational goals; evaluating a program and/or program participants for compliance purposes or outcomes; developing and implementing a vision for desired outcomes; and/or communicating with diverse stakeholders across various platforms, one year which included supervising professional staff; OR one year of experience as an Education Programs Supervisor in Nevada State service.
Job Duties
Under administrative direction of a Deputy Superintendent in the NDE, incumbents manage programs and budgets; oversee grants or claims administration; acquire funds, establish program priorities, and allocate staff and related resources; discuss or negotiate difficult issues with agencies and elected and appointed officials; and train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of Education Programs Supervisors or Education Programs Professionals.
Assist and foster continuous improvement of educator preparation, recruitment, development, recognition, and retention programs.
Assist and foster the improvement and growth of assigned education programs; develop tools and resources used by local agencies to accomplish required or desired objectives.
Provide technical assistance to statewide councils, commissions, boards, and task forces by preparing agendas, meeting materials, and researching and presenting information.
Provide training, technical assistance, and outreach regarding education program legal requirements and best practices individually or in group sessions.
Collect, analyze, and report education program-related data; assist schools in meeting accountability and reporting requirements.
Coordinate the development of education standards for various roles, responsibilities, and/or subject areas; develop assessments and security/administration protocol to measure the performance of students, schools, and school districts regarding federal and State standards and indicators.
Oversee school compliance with federal and State requirements by monitoring and reviewing program documentation and conducting interviews.
Review federal and State education program-related statutes and regulations; draft language for proposed State regulations; coordinate adoption of proposed regulations; provide input on statutory language.
Review education program sub-grant or claims requests and recommend approval or denial; monitor and provide assistance regarding funds usage; manage sub-grant applications.
Collaborate with external partners including universities, research organizations, governmental agencies, and other entities to drive school improvement efforts statewide.
Create and facilitate internal and external stakeholder groups to provide high quality, research-based recommendations to the Department regarding educational matters.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
Detailed knowledge of: federal laws and regulations pertaining to education.
Working knowledge of: principles of budgeting and accounting; supervisory principles and practices as applied to supervision of subordinate staff. General knowledge of: management principles and practices related to the administration of a comprehensive program; statistics and data analysis.
Ability to: take responsibility for final decisions and resulting effects; communicate and work effectively with educational administrators and teachers regarding program leadership and financial management; conduct program planning and evaluation; develop budgets; develop schedules and timelines; interpret and implement NRS, NAC and federal law; understand and utilize credible education research, data and best practices; write grants; allocate resources to eligible agencies, and maintain accurate financial records; manage and oversee a comprehensive program(s); manage space, equipment, staff and material resources; train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff; and all knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the lower levels.
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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Do you have any of the following?
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Do you possess at least three (3) years of experience supervising professional staff, including assigning work, evaluating performance, providing coaching and guidance, and addressing personnel matters?
Required Question
Employer State of Nevada (NV)
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See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701
Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov