Education Program Consultant (Career and Technical Education)

Education Program Consultant (Career and Technical Education)

Salary

$68,057.60 - $105,206.40 Annually

Location

Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

27-01098

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

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#LI-POST

Point of Contact

idoe.hr@iowa.gov

To Apply

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

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Job Description

Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.

The Iowa Department of Education's mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. We're looking for talented, passionate professionals to help build an education system that empowers every student to achieve their full potential.

As an Education Program Consultant within the Career and Technical Education Bureau, you'll help Iowa schools and community colleges strengthen programs that connect classroom learning with practical skills and career opportunities.

You'll work directly with educators in classroom settings to support and improve their applied science programs, with an emphasis on engineering, manufacturing, architecture and construction, or transportation. Through educator support, program development, and statewide coordination, you'll help create meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for their next steps.

What You'll Do:

Work Directly with Educators

• Partner with educators in classroom settings to strengthen applied science instruction and CTE programming.
• Provide technical assistance and professional learning to support program development and improvement.
• Build strong working relationships with educators, school districts, and community colleges across Iowa.

Strengthen CTE Programs

• Provide leadership and guidance on CTE programming, administration, budgets, finance, and accountability.
• Coordinate with K-12 schools and community colleges to develop and improve CTE programs, services, and activities.
• Support programs focused on engineering, manufacturing, architecture and construction, or transportation.

Support Grant Administration and Accountability

• Assist schools and community colleges with developing grant applications.
• Review grant applications and support the approval process.
• Review expenditures and requests for payment to ensure they meet applicable requirements.

Help Schools Put Requirements into Practice

• Support alignment with the federal Carl D. Perkins legislation.
• Translate technical and regulatory information into clear, practical guidance educators and administrators can use.

Collaborate Across the Department

• Contribute to Department, Division, and Bureau initiatives, meetings, and assigned work groups.
• Assist with additional CTE responsibilities that support the Department's mission.

What We're Looking For:

A successful candidate will bring, or demonstrate the ability and desire to develop, the following:

• A commitment to public service and improving educational opportunities for Iowa students.
• Strong technical skills and a strategic, analytical approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to guide collaborative work and lead teams without direct supervisory authority.
• Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical or regulatory information.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• The ability to navigate complex situations, resolve conflicts, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an interest in working with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators.
• Experience interpreting and implementing state or federal education law.

Work Environment & Schedule

Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Some evening and weekend work is required, along with occasional in-state and out-of-state travel.

This role includes working directly with educators in classroom settings to support their applied science and CTE programs.

What's In It for You?

• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference for Iowa students, families, and communities.
• A collaborative, positive work environment.
• Talented, passionate colleagues who support your learning and professional growth.
• Opportunities to collaborate with education experts from across the country.
• Employee discounts from a variety of vendors.
• A competitive salary and State of Iowa benefits package.

To request a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, contact idoe.hr@iowa.gov.

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.

Selectives

563 Educational Policy

Applicant should demonstrate a minimum of 1 year experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of developing and managing local, state, or federal educational policy.

OR

713 Secondary or Higher Education

6 months experience as a teacher/instructor, counselor, or administrator in a public or private secondary or higher education (college, university, or community college) setting which included: • Analyzing and assessing work and education history of students and applying it to career goals • Communicating with program participants of varying academic and vocational abilities. • Participating in school-to-work programs in both the public and private sector.

AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

160 Teaching/Training

6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in instructing students individually or in groups - this includes preparing materials, delivering material (i.e., lectures, presentations, demonstrations), keeping records of student progress and communicating progress to students.

OR

186 Education

6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in education, instructional design, or a closely-related field.

OR

203 Instructional Design

6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in all of the following:

• Determining the current state and needs of the learner
• Defining the end goal of instruction
• Creating a plan to bridge the gap between the current state of the learner and the end goal of instruction
• Evaluation of this training

OR

572 Competency-Based Education Experience

Applicant should demonstrate a minimum of 6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of competency-based education structures.

OR

573 Curriculum and Instructional Design

Applicant should demonstrate a minimum of 6 months' experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of educational curriculum and instructional design and implementation.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and five years of full-time post-graduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas:

a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting;

b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting;

c. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements;

d. Professional experience in a major technical program area housed within the Iowa Department of Education;

e. Professional data integration, data analysis, and statistical analysis experience;

f. Professional communications experience, including public relations, marketing, or journalism;

g. Professional school safety and emergency preparedness experience.

2) A combination of a total of five years of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience.

3) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate, and three academic years of teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution.

4) Possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

• Yes - I understand and agree.
• No

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree, or Higher? IF YES, how many years do you have of full-time postgraduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas: a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting; b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting; c. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements; d. Professional experience in a major technical program area housed within the Iowa Department of Education. e. Professional data integration, data analysis, and statistical analysis experience; f. Professional communications experience, including public relations, marketing, or journalism. g. Professional school safety and emergency preparedness experience

• Not applicable - I do not have a Bachelors Degree or higher with the identified areas
• No experience in the identified areas
• Less than two years of experience in the identified areas
• Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas.
• Four to less than five years of experience in the identified areas.
• Five or more years of experience in the identified areas

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How many years do you have of a combination of post-graduate education and full-time experience in a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting; b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting; c. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements; d. Professional experience in a major technical program area housed within the Iowa Department of Education. e. Professional data integration, data analysis, and statistical analysis experience; f. Professional communications experience, including public relations, marketing, or journalism. g. Professional school safety and emergency preparedness experience. Twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience.

• Not applicable - I do not have a post-graduate education with the experience in the identified areas.
• No post-graduate education or experience in the identified area
• Less than two years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas
• Two years to less than four years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas.
• Four years to less than five years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas.
• Five or more years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas

05

Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Masters degree, or higher and have a valid possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate? IF YES, how many years do you have of full-time teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution?

• No experience in the identified areas
• Less than one year of experience in the identified areas
• One years to less than Three years of experience in the identified areas.
• Three or more years of experience in the identified areas

06

Do you have possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements?

• Yes - I have the possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and have the seven years of professional work identified
• No - I do not have the possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and the seven years of professional work identified

07

Which best describes your education and experience? (If multiple responses apply for you, please choose the one option that best describes your experience)

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) OR four (4) or more years of relevant professional experience in education, career and technical education (CTE), workforce development, public administration, program coordination, policy implementation, grants management, or a related field.
• Associate's Degree OR two (2) to fewer than four (4) years of relevant professional experience in education, Career and Technical Education (CTE), workforce development, public administration, program coordination, policy implementation, grants management, or a related field.
• Less than two (2) years of relevant professional experience in education, Career and Technical Education (CTE), workforce development, public administration, program support, policy implementation, grants administration, or a related field.
• Not applicable

08

How many years of full-time work experience do you have communicating with internal and external stakeholders to provide guidance, information, or support related to programs, services, or initiatives?

• Five or more years
• Four years to less than five years
• Three years to less than four years
• Two to less than three years
• One to less than two years
• Less than one year
• Not applicable

09

How many years of full-time work experience do you have reviewing information to determine eligibility, requirements, compliance, or alignment with program, grant, or policy criteria (or similar experience)?

• Five or more years
• Four years to less than five years
• Three years to less than four years
• Two to less than three years
• One to less than two years
• Less than one year
• Not applicable

10

How many years of full-time work experience do you have using independent judgment to make decisions or recommendations based on information received?

• Five or more years
• Four years to less than five years
• Three years to less than four years
• Two to less than three years
• One to less than two years
• Less than one year
• Not applicable

11

How many years of full-time work experience do you have using computer systems or databases to document, track, or manage information while simultaneously reviewing or gathering information from others?

• Five or more years
• Four years to less than five years
• Three years to less than four years
• Two to less than three years
• One to less than two years
• Less than one year
• Not applicable

12

Do you have, or have had, a BoEE License?

• Yes
• No

13

Has there been probable cause, suspension, revocation or disciplinary action taken against you?

• Yes
• No

14

If any of the above apply to you, please describe:

15

Selective 563 (Educational Policy)

Does your application demonstrate that you have a minimum of 1 year experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of developing and managing local, state, or federal educational policy?

• Yes
• No

16

If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.

17

Selective 713 (Secondary or Higher Education)

Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months experience as a teacher/instructor, counselor, or administrator in a public or private secondary or higher education (college, university, or community college) setting which included:

• Analyzing and assessing work and education history of students and applying it to career goals
• Communicating with program participants of varying academic and vocational abilities.
• Participating in school-to-work programs in both the public and private sector?
• Yes
• No

18

If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.]

19

Selective 573 (Curriculum and Instructional Design)

Does your application demonstrate that you have a minimum of 6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of educational curriculum and instructional design and implementation?

• Yes
• No

20

If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.

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Selective 203 (Instructional Design)

Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in all of the following:

• Determining the current state and needs of the learner
• Defining the end goal of instruction
• Creating a plan to bridge the gap between the current state of the learner and the end goal of instruction
• Evaluation of this training?
• Yes
• No

22

If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.

23

Selective 160 (Teaching/Training)

Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in instructing students individually or in groups - this includes preparing materials, delivering material (i.e., lectures, presentations, demonstrations), keeping records of student progress and communicating progress to students?

• Yes
• No

24

If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.

25

Selective 186 (Education)

Does your application demonstrate that you have 6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in education, instructional design, or a closely-related field?

• Yes
• no

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If you answered "Yes" to the question above - please list exactly HOW you meet it: list exact classes and credit hours, employer, dates and hours per week and exact duties. Please do not paste or state - See application or resume. If you answered no to the question above please type in "No" in the box below.]

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Selective 572 (Competency-Based Education Experience)

Does your application demonstrate that you have a minimum of 6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in the area of competency-based education structures?

• Yes
• No

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Required Question

Employer State of Iowa

Agency 282 Iowa Department of Education Address Grimes State Office Building

400 E 14th St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website https://www.educateiowa.gov/