STEM Education Program Lead – Regional Manager

State-of-Iow

Ames (IA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Iowa Department of Education seeks an Education Program Consultant (STEM North Central Regional Manager) to implement the Iowa STEM Scale-Up Program and lead the regional STEM Advisory Board. You will partner with educators, business and industry to advance statewide STEM efforts and participate in Governor’s STEM Advisory Council activities.

Responsibilities include leadership of regional programming, financial oversight, and promoting programs to attract strong applicants, with travel as

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis or comparable experience in a STEM field, marketing, management or related area.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to plan, organize and manage complex activities.
Knowledge and experience with current software systems, web-based applications and social media.
Experience providing technical assistance and professional learning to educators.

Responsibilities

Lead the Iowa STEM Scale-Up Programming across the region, including ensuring awards and financial information are up to date.
Lead and convene the regional STEM Advisory Board with agendas and meeting summaries.
Support statewide STEM programming and Governor’s STEM Advisory Council activities.
Establish relationships with STEM-related businesses, workforce, economic development, PK-12 schools, community colleges and universities in the region.
Lead planning, partnering and publicity of community STEM Festivals.
Participate in Department and Bureau meetings and other assigned work groups.
Candidates should include detailed information about relevant experience in their application.