Education Program Administrator: District Education Lead

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi, through the Mississippi Department of Corrections, invites applications for Education Program Administrator at the Central MS Correctional Facility in Pearl, MS. This executive-level role leads the RISE Academy, oversees district-wide planning, policies, and compliance with state and federal education requirements.

The successful candidate will manage curriculum, instruction, assessment, student services, budgets, and federal programs, partnering with the State Board of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or a related field.
• Experience overseeing educational systems and programs.
• Ability to develop plans, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum, instruction, and assessment across the district.
• Supervise district leadership personnel and manage federal education programs.
• Develop and monitor district budgets and fiscal accountability.
• Represent the MDOC and RISE Academy before state agencies and partners.

Skills

Educational leadership

Budget management

Policy development

LEA oversight

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

State of Mississippi, through the Mississippi Department of Corrections, invites applications for Education Program Administrator at the Central MS Correctional Facility in Pearl, MS. This executive-level role leads the RISE Academy, oversees district-wide planning, policies, and compliance with state and federal education requirements.

The successful candidate will manage curriculum, instruction, assessment, student services, budgets, and federal programs, partnering with the State Board of