Education Associate, Education Funding Program Manager

Education Associate, Education Funding Program Manager JobID: 37362 Position Type: DE Dept of Education/DOE Certified StaffDate Posted: 10/8/2026Location: Delaware Department of Education Closing Date: 10/22/2026District: Delaware Department of Education Additional Information: Show/HidePosition Title: Education Associate, Education Funding Program ManagerHelp Shape the Future of Public Education Funding in Delaware The Delaware Department of Education is seeking an expert in Kâ12 education finance and education policy, with extensive knowledge of state and local school funding systems, funding formulas, resource allocation, and the policy and legislative environments that shape education finance to serve as the Education Funding Program Manager. This position will support one of the state's highest-profile strategic initiatives by helping implement a more equitable, transparent, responsive, and student-centered education funding system for Delaware's public schools. Working closely with Department leadership, school districts, charter schools, state agencies, legislators, and education partners, this position will transform funding reform policy into actionable implementation strategies to improve educational opportunities for students throughout Delaware.As the Education Funding Program Manager, you will:Support implementation of the new hybrid funding modelParticipate on Public Education Funding Commission workgroups to support policy recommendations development and technical implementation workstreamsTranslate education funding policy into practical business processes and implementation plans.Coordinate statewide efforts across Finance, Policy, Data, Technology, Legal, and Communications.Guide executive leadership through complex fiscal, operational, and policy decisions.Improve transparency, accountability, and equity in Delaware's public education funding system.Support Local Education Agencies as they prepare to transition to the new funding model Major Responsibilities: Fiscal Analysis & Policy ImplementationEvaluate funding reform initial implementation strategies and future phase options.Coordinate fiscal modeling and impact analyses.Translate legislation and policy into operational business requirements.Develop executive recommendations and implementation guidance. Program LeadershipSupport the Department's Education Funding Reform implementation efforts.Lead the development of implementation strategies, project plans, and organizational readiness activities.Coordinate work across multiple Department offices and external partners.Manage project governance, timelines, risks, and executive reporting. Stakeholder EngagementBuild collaborative relationships with school districts, charter schools, legislators, state agencies, and education partners.Lead implementation meetings and stakeholder workgroups.Lead executive briefings, presentations, and decision materials.Communicate complex funding concepts to diverse audiences. Operational ExcellenceIdentify implementation challenges and recommend practical solutions.Coordinate implementation across finance, technology, policy, and data systems.Develop processes that support long-term sustainability and continuous improvement.Essential Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree required in Education Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analysis, Public Administration, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Education Finance, Public Policy, or a closely related field. Master's degree preferred.Experience: Education finance and public sector financeQuantitative analysis and executive decision support.Policy implementation and organizational change.Large-scale project or program management.Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional leadership.Desired Knowledge and Skills:State Kâ12 funding formulas and school finance systemsAdequacy, equity, and student-needs-based fundingState/local/federal education revenue streamsFiscal modeling, forecasting, and funding-formula analysisEducation policy development and implementationLegislative and regulatory analysisSEA and LEA budgeting and financial operationsTranslating complex finance issues for policymakers, district leaders, boards, and other stakeholdersExperience helping states design or implement major school-finance reformsFinancial analysisEducation funding policyLeadership and organizational change managementProject and program management Support the Implementation of Delaware's New Education Funding ModelJoin a collaborative team committed to strengthening Delaware's education system through innovative solutions aimed at improving outcomes for students across the state.Salary: Salary Range: $98,642.80-$154,081.14 annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's education and experience in accordance with the Department of Education's compensation policy. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the state retirement program, annual, sick, and personal leave, and supplemental benefits options. Direct deposit of payroll checks is a condition of state employment, and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment. Notes: A criminal background check is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate during the interview process an understanding of diversity, educational equity and multicultural education. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The selected candidate should expect to perform any other related activities needed to deliver the position's key duties and responsibilities and follow any other instructions as defined by his/her supervisor. The Delaware Department of Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices or educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran's status or any other legally protected category. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resource Office, 401 Federal Street, Suite 2, Dover, DE 19901. Phone: 302-735-4030.