Special Education Consultant 11-P13 (2 Positions)

Memspa; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Department of Education (MDE) seeks a Special Education Consultant to support monitoring and TA activities based on State Performance Plan targets and priorities from federal and state government. The role coordinates with LEA/ISD to drive corrective actions and ensure compliant practices statewide.

The position offers a hybrid schedule of in-person and remote work, with primary location at the John A. Hannah Building, Lansing, MI.

Responsibilities

• The Special Education Consultant supports the development of monitoring and technical assistance activities based on State Performance Plan Indicator targets and other priorities of the federal and state government. The Consultant facilitates the unit’s use of technical assistance (TA) providers to support the correction of identified areas of noncompliance in local school districts. The consultant works with LEA and ISD personnel to ensure effective monitoring and technical assistance activities leading to compliant practices throughout the state.

Job description

Deadline: September 24, 2026
District/Organization: Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $65,707.20 – $106,912.00 Annually

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.

MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy‑makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.

Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.

As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

The Office of Special Education –

The state education agency’s purpose, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), is to ensure the civil rights of children with disabilities for a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) are maintained. The Office of Special Education (OSE) is responsible for the general supervision, administration, and funding of special education programs and services for children, students, and young adults with disabilities, ages birth-26. The OSE is committed to ensuring compliance with the IDEA and Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE) while improving outcomes for all students with disabilities. The OSE believes students with disabilities are to receive an effective education in their LRE, interact with their typical peers, and access the general education curriculum, which leads to meaningful outcomes where adults with disabilities have the opportunity to live independently, exert control and choice over their own lives, and fully participate in and contribute to their communities.

Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement. Primary Physical Work Address-Position is located at John A. Hannah Building, 608 W. Allegan St. Lansing, MI 48933.

Position Summary:

The Special Education Consultant supports the development of monitoring and technical assistance activities based on State Performance Plan Indicator targets and other priorities of the federal and state government. The Consultant facilitates the unit’s use of technical assistance (TA) providers to support the correction of identified areas of noncompliance in local school districts. The consultant works with LEA and ISD personnel to ensure effective monitoring and technical assistance activities leading to compliant practices throughout the state.

State of Michigan Benefits:

Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education and Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements and Information
Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:

• Completed Application
• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)

The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) todetermineany impact if you elect to immediatelybegin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.