Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist (00628)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Family friendly

Dedicated colleagues

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Office of Public Instruction in Helena, MT seeks a Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist to develop and manage CTE programs funded with state and federal dollars. You will meet federal and state requirements, provide educational services statewide, and design program guidelines for curriculum, assessments, and accreditation.

This role emphasizes collaboration, training, and technical assistance to ensure high-quality education for 149,000+ students and 3,000+ educators across Montana.

Qualifications

• Three years of Family and Consumer Sciences Education Teaching or related experiences.
• Three years of experience working with or managing career and technical student organizations.
• Proficient use and understanding of Excel, Adobe, Google Suite, and Web Design.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• If no applicants meet these minimum qualifications, a training assignment may be offered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage CTE programs funded with state and federal dollars.
• Meet objectives mandated by federal and state laws.
• Provide educational services to citizens of the state through the educational community and schools.
• Design and manage program guidelines and standards to ensure effective curriculum, teaching and learning methodologies, educational assessments, teacher certification and school accreditation, technical assistance, and overall quality education statewide.
• Provide technical assistance and support quality education statewide.

Skills

FCS Education teaching

CTSO management/experience

Tools

Excel

Adobe

Google Suite

Web Design

Job description

Job Description - Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist (00628) (26142176)

Position Title:

Family & Consumer Sciences Education Specialist (00628) - ( 26142176 )

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Why you would enjoy working here

Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.

Benefits of working for OPI

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Job Overview

The incumbent develops and manages CTE programs funded with both state and federal dollars. They are responsible for meeting the objectives mandated by federal and state laws. They provide educational services to the citizens of the state through the educational community and schools. These services include designing and managing program guidelines and standards to ensure effective curriculum, teaching and learning methodologies, educational assessments, teacher certification and school accreditation, technical assistance, and overall quality education statewide.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors)

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to plan and direct educational and service program; to collaborate with others; to understand and apply federal and state laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of educational theory, research and assessment, group processes, data analysis, teaching methodologies, safety and health, school facilities and design, evaluation of programs and resource materials, tests and measurements, accreditation and certification, instructional technology (computers), equipment (instructional), research in current education practices, ability to access and retrieve national clearinghouses and data bases, state and federal laws, regulations, standards and policies. Familiarity with the integration of career and technical student organization programs into career and technical curriculum. Versed in leadership concepts and able to train others in their use. Adept in dealing with people to motivate, involve and enhance cooperation, diplomatic and skillful in conflict resolution.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Three years of Family and Consumer Sciences Education Teaching or related experiences.
• Three years of experience working with or managing career and technical student organizations.
• Proficient use and understanding of Excel, Adobe, Google Suite, and Web Design.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• If no applicants meet these minimum qualifications, a training assignment may be offered.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is in the TRS retirement system.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$32.15 - 32.15 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 15 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Other Locations

Kalispell, Bozeman, Billings, Butte, Missoula, Great Falls

Agency

Office of Public Instruction

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Aug 25, 2026, 7:25:24 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Resume

Contact Name : Human Resources | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]
Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.