ADE Plsb Chief Investigator

Position Number: 2208-2980

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: Jul 8, 2024

Professional Licensure Standards Board

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Special Application Information:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. List current/most recent job first.

Account for all time periods including unemployment, self-employment, and military service. A resume may be attached to your required online application form; however, it may not be used as a substitute for completing any part of our application package. To make a call using the Arkansas Relay Service, dial 1-800-285-1121 (Voice) or 1-800-285-1131 (TDD), and for customer service, dial 1-800-285-7192 (V/TDD).

Duties

Conduct investigations concerning the licensing and discipline of professional educators. Prepare a final report based on facts collected and without bias in a timely manner.

Testify at evidentiary hearings or before the Arkansas State Board of Education when called. Answer phone calls and provide informational customer service without giving advice to the individual calling. Work with legal counsel and representatives for educators to ensure due process.

Assist other investigators to ensure their resolution of complex and sensitive cases and complaints. Validate ethics complaints filed with the PLSB. Develop and organize training and informational materials for all areas of Educator Licensure.

Present the Code of Ethics for Educators training as needed at schools, universities, and cooperatives. Offer Clarification and/or guidance for individuals seeking assistance in the PLSB process of filing or general information. Assist the Managing Attorney with objectives.

Position Information

Class Code: X012C

Grade: GS09

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $50,222.00 - $72,822.00

Summary

The Education Chief Investigator is responsible for managing, reviewing, coordinating, and directing the overall operation of the education staff, programs, and functions. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises a medium-sized technical and administrative support staff by interviewing, recommending for hire, training, counseling, approving leave, and evaluating the performance of incumbents. Evaluates and implements investigation goals, objectives, policies and procedures and develops systems and standards for program evaluation to ensure activities are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations, and goals.

Develops and monitors budget by preparing special and recurring reports, budgets, and grants. Oversees staff with investigation to ensure resolution of complex and sensitive cases and complaints. Reviews cases and assignments to identify policy and compliance issues and proposes solutions.

Supervises and participates in major investigations. Guides and assists investigative staff by providing coaching, counseling, and professional assistance on case processing, investigative skills, and professional responsibilities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Frequent in-state travel is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of investigation.

Knowledge of the rules of evidence and court procedures. Knowledge of educator licensing and special education. Ability to conduct investigations as required by Federal law.

Ability to conduct interviews using standard interviewing techniques. Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities and to assign and direct the work of subordinate supervisors. Ability to evaluate and sort data to determine significance. Ability to gather information and prepare written reports.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, educational administration, education, or related field; plus five years of experience in the area of conducting investigations, fact finding, mediation, or law enforcement methodologies. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Little Rock