Montana Autism Education Project Coordinator (00178)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 90,646,000 - 93,539,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Work/life balance

Job summary

The Montana Office of Public Instruction seeks a Statewide MAEP Coordinator to plan, implement, and sustain a comprehensive system of training, coaching, and resource development for students with autism and neurodiverse needs.

The role requires strategic planning, budget management, and mentoring MAEP consultants while aligning with state and federal requirements and OPI priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, autism intervention, education or related field.
• Experience leading complex projects and delivering professional development to adults.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide program operations for MAEP and oversee training and coaching.

Skills

Autism knowledge

Education systems

Leadership

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience leading complex projects

Tools

Web content development

Training tools/learning platforms

Job description

Position Title:

• Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position

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
• Health coverage
• 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 Statewide Montana Autism Education Project (MAEP) Coordinator provides statewide coordination and operational oversight for MAEP. The Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive system of training, consultation, coaching, and resource development that supports Montana schools serving students with autism and other neurodiverse needs. The role requires a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution, with significant responsibility for supporting and mentoring MAEP consultants, managing statewide professional development services and resources, and ensuring alignment with OPI priorities and state and federal requirements.

The Coordinator translates statewide needs, data, and priorities into actionable plans and deliverables; monitors progress across MAEP services; and ensures coherence across training, consultation, coaching, and content development. The Coordinator serves as the primary point of accountability for MAEP outcomes, manages operational systems and MAEP budget, and represents MAEP in statewide and regional collaborations and interagency partnerships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

• Knowledge of autism spectrum and behavioral disorders, special education and autism and behavioral programs, teaching methodologies; principles of planning and organization.
• Knowledge of the theory, principles, and techniques of applied behavior analysis and other evidence-based interventions necessary for educating students with neurodiverse learning needs or behavioral difficulties.
• Knowledge of philosophy, policy, rules, and regulations governing schools.
• Knowledge of developing, curating, and maintaining accessible web content, informational materials, and professional resources.
• Skills in effective leadership and teamwork, establishing and maintaining working relationships with co-workers, technical personnel, diverse groups of professionals, and the public.
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policy, and procedures, and apply them to the collection, analysis and evaluation of school improvement activities and the determination of program effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain a high level of technical and educational skills, providing leadership for policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and direct an educational service program, to coordinate the work of others, to prioritize work and ensure completion of work plans.
• Ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations and OPI policy.
• Ability to present the overall goals and objectives of the Superintendent and the OPI.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain professional interactions and communications with OPI staff and with educators and others in the field.
• Ability to understand and apply adult learning principles in training.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, autism intervention, education, applied behavior analysis, psychology, school psychology, speech-language pathology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects, providing consultation or coaching, delivering professional development to adult learners, and working collaboratively within teams and systems.

Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Preferred:

• Graduate degree in special education, autism intervention, education, applied behavior analysis, psychology, school psychology, speech-language pathology, or a related field, with substantial relevant professional experience.
• Experience supervising or coordinating consultants, managing budgets and contracts, and developing evidence-based resources and statewide professional development systems.

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

This position is in the TRS retirement system.

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, 20 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Agency

Office of Public Instruction

Union

Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Sep 18, 2026, 4:24:24 PM

Closing Date

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.