Education Strategy & Programs Director

DGS Office of External Affairs; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Division Director at the Arkansas Department of Education provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the division, guiding the development and implementation of educational programs, policies, and initiatives.

This role oversees operations, budgeting, and staff management while collaborating with educational leaders and community partners to ensure effective service delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in education, with at least 2 years in leadership.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in strategic planning, budgeting and resource management.
• Familiarity with state and federal education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Education Division.
• Develop and implement educational programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Oversee operations, budgeting, and staff management.
• Collaborate with educational leaders and community partners to improve services.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Resource management

Research & data analysis

Program evaluation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

The Education Division Director at the Arkansas Department of Education provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the division, guiding the development and implementation of educational programs, policies, and initiatives.

This role oversees operations, budgeting, and staff management while collaborating with educational leaders and community partners to ensure effective service delivery and continuous improvement.