Education Program Specialist 2

Initial Posting Date: 02/02/2026 Application Deadline: 02/16/2026 Agency: Oregon Department of Education Salary Range: $7,247 - $11,140 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Education Program Specialist 2 Job Description: Position Title: Business Education Specialist Classification: Education Specialist 2 Salary: $7,247 – $11,140 ($7,751 - $11,913 PERS) Type: Permanent, Full-time, Exempt We are seeking a Business Education Specialist to join our Office of Education, Innovation, and Improvement at the Oregon Department of Education . This is a permanent position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) . This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would in the office. What you will do! This position will support efforts by and between ODE and local school districts, education service districts, and community colleges in implementing research-based, innovative Programs of Study based on Oregon Skill Sets that integrate academic and career and technical education. This position provides expertise in the Business Career Area. This position is responsible for assigned portions of the CTE State Plan Implementation and other CTE and secondary/post-secondary alignment work for EII. Typical duties include: Evaluate the effectiveness of Programs of Study in the area of Business by leading and analyzing trends in student achievement data, student enrollment, retention, and program completion, and transitions in the Business and Management Career Area; this includes correlating program enrollment and completion data with trends in workforce needs and providing information and technical assistance to secondary and postsecondary programs, workforce stakeholders, and the Oregon Legislature. Lead and facilitate an educator professional learning community for Business educators to increase regional capacity building and improve the delivery, design, and continuous improvement of CTE Programs of Study. Provide training to CTE Regional Coordinators and Business educators on the Statewide Program of Study framework, application process, and skill sets. Build and foster partnerships with teachers, administrators, CTE Regional Coordinators, and community college staff to leverage available resources, including federal funding, for expanding school-wide and district-wide capacity to improve efforts to support College and Career Readiness for high school graduation and transition to further education and employment. Collaborate with ODE’s internal offices, including OEDI, OTLA, and OESO, and serve as ODE’s liaison and consultant to the BusinessCareer Area student leadership organizations, to align and integrate efforts around college and career readiness, diploma requirements, and the Oregon Skill Sets; and to provide leadership for developing a system of resource alignment to assist districts in providing culturally relevant and responsive intervention, prevention, and student support which integrates special and general education services. Please click here to view the full position description If you would like to retain a copy of this job post or the PD linked above, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. Minimum Qualifications: ODE reviews resumes to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your resume clearly reflects your relevant experience, as it will be used in place of detailed Workday work history for this agency-specific recruitment. Master's degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university and five years of education experience in the specialty area under recruitment (e.g., classroom teacher, counselor, itinerant service provider), two years of which includes leadership experience (e.g., lead teacher, program coordinator or director, school administrator) in the specialty area under recruitment. A Doctorate in Education or related field from an accredited university may substitute for two years of education experience, but not for the two years of leadership experience. An Oregon Standard Administrative License (issued by Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission) may substitute for the two years of leadership experience. Preferred Skills & Knowledge (Desired Attributes): A cover letter is required and is an important part of the application process. All application materials are reviewed by Human Resources, the Hiring Manager, and panel members throughout the recruitment process. Your cover letter is a key opportunity to speak directly to each decision-maker, highlight your skills and experience, and demonstrate how your qualifications align with the desired attributes for this role. Cover letter must be no more than two pages. Demonstrated knowledge of Career and Technical Education (CTE), including state and federal policy, Perkins V requirements, career pathways, and secondary- post-secondary transitions with the ability to support implementation across diverse local contexts. Strong relationship-building and technical assistance skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with school districts, Education Service Districts, post-secondary institutions, workforce partners, and community stakeholders to support high-quality CTE programs. Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex policy and program information and collaborates across internal teams and external partners. Experience supporting state and/or federal grant programs, including i monitoring program implementation, reviewing plans and reports, ensuring compliance with allowable use of funds, supporting and continuous improvement processes. Demonstrated commitment to equity, access, and inclusion, including experience applying an equity lens to policy implementation, program design, and technical assistance to improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved students. Ability to analyze and use data to inform decision-making, including interpreting program, performance, and accountability data to identify trends, support program quality, and make recommendations. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed. Our Agency Mission and Office Culture: The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission , ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system. This position is in the Office of Education Innovation and Improvement (EII) and will report to the Director of Secondary/Postsecondary Transitions. The Secondary/Post-Secondary Transitions team reports to the Assistant Superintendent for Education Innovation and Improvement. The work of EII impacts local school districts, education service districts, professional associations, and other agencies involved in education and workforce development programs in kindergarten through post-secondary. Staff members will work with a variety of state agencies and individuals on educational program planning, curriculum development, professional development for teachers and administrators and implementation of federal and state laws while supporting compliance with regulations. Oregon State provides amazing benefits! Follow the link below to learn more: Oregon Job Opportunities : Benefits : State of Oregon Application Resources & Information: Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources . Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting to have the preference considered. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process or need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please be sure to include the job requisition number. Oregon Job Opportunities: How to Apply (Internal & External) Understanding the State Application Process Resources for Job Seekers Additional Information: The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity . Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time. The Department of Education is an equal employment opportunity & affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference... for a lifetime!