(DOE-023-26) Education Program Development Specialist 2 (County Education Specialist)

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health & life insurance

PSLF

Tuition reimbursement

FSA/HSA

13 paid holidays

Leave (vacation/sick)

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. seeks an Education Program Development Specialist 2 to design, produce, and deliver curricula, training, and program improvements for education agencies across New Jersey.

You will monitor programs, ensure compliance, and support district needs while operating under the Division of Field Support and Services. Candidate must hold a Master's in Education or related field (or NJ certification substitution) with about four years of experience in education programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or related field required or substitution with NJ certification.
• Four (4) years of experience in education programs in a school district or educational institution.
• Experience coordinating or administering curricula preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs, produces, and delivers curricula, training, and program improvement services.
• Monitors and evaluates education programs in school districts statewide.
• Reviews and approves local educational programs and supports program compliance.

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

New Jersey Teacher's, Supervisor's, or School Administrator's certificate (substitution allowed)

Job description

Notice of Vacancy

Reference Number: DOE-023-26

Title: Education Program Development Specialist 2 (County Education Specialist)

Range/Title Code: P28/70341

Salary: $91,628.18 - $134,900.38

Position Number: 051772

Issue Date: August 31, 2026

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Core Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Mays Landing, New Jersey

Division: Division of Field Support and Services, Atlantic County Office of Education

Description

Under general direction of the Executive County Superintendent, designs, produces, and delivers curricula, training, program improvement, and related education services to education agencies to ensure the achievement of mandated goals and to meet existing and emerging needs; performs mandated regulatory functions; performs work of a professional nature and generally works independently in the monitoring and evaluation of education programs in school districts statewide; and performs other related work as required.

Reviews and approves local educational programs. Monitors school districts through the state education monitoring system New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) and implements program improvement services in assigned districts. Performs compliance review on behalf of other DOE program offices. Responds to and provides information related to educational services to constituents.

Requirements

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Education or related field.

Note: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in any field and possession of a New Jersey Teacher's, Supervisor's, or School Administrator's certificate issued by the State Board of Examiners and/or other professional endorsement in field may be substituted for the above education.

Experience

Four (4) years of experience in education programs in a school district or other educational institution.

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience in providing, coordinating, or administering curricula; an understanding of the federal and state education requirements and the use of Federal Every Student Succeeds Act (Federal ESEA) funds by school districts.

Employee Benefits

• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• 13 paid holidays
• Benefit Leave (vacation days, sick days and administrative leave days)
• Telework*
• Alternate Work Week Program*

*Pursuant to Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Open to the Following

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment.

Applicants must meet the open competitive requirements listed on the job specification on file at the Civil Service Commission. You may access the job specification through the Civil Service Commission's website https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/70341.htm.

Authorization to Work

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for work visas.

SAME Applicants

If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program, visit their website at: nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: [email protected], or call the Civil Service Commission at (609)-292-4144, option 3.

EOE/AA Statement

The New Jersey State Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has an Affor​mative Action Program, and will not discriminate against any person because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin/nationality, ancestry, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy), marital status/civil union partnership, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, disability, (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, and is committed to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.