Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Advise applicants, local education agency (LEA) officials, institution of higher education (IHE) officials, and other stakeholders in interpreting and implementing current certification regulations
• Review professional credentials and certification qualifications of individuals seeking Alabama certification
• Research professional credentials offered by other states and agencies to determine comparability
• Create, maintain, and review office databases containing various essential sources to determine eligibility for Alabama certification and data collection
• Create assorted forms of correspondence to applicants, LEAs, IHEs, and stakeholders regarding various certification needs, requirements, procedures, policies, etc.
• Create, compose, proof, and edit certification forms, supplements, documents, etc., to ensure thorough and accurate certification information provided aligns with the Alabama Administrative Code and State Superintendent Memorandums
• Conduct research, analyze data regarding best practices/current trends, compile reports, and make recommendations based on research findings
• Exercise critical thinking in reading and interpreting various statutory documents, such as the Alabama Administrative Code, legislative bills, etc. to develop and implement policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of state and federal regulations regarding Alabama certification
• Monitor LEA compliance of State regulations
• Research, retrieve, and compile data for and prepare reports and recommendations required by the District, State, and/or Federal Agencies
• Provide training, workshops, seminars, and conferences as required or appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills of human resource personnel, curriculum directors, and college of education personnel
• Determine eligibility for advanced pay based on an earned advanced degree
• Respond in detail to phone calls, emails, and written correspondence from LEAs, IHEs, applicants and stakeholders pertaining to Alabama certification and testing requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education:

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in an approved subject matter or education specialty area. (Use this link for the Alabama State Personnel Department’s Degree Acceptance Policy) Degree Acceptance Policy – SPD – State of Alabama Personnel Department)

Experience:

• Five (5) years of professional experience in teaching, education administration or a related assignment
• Advanced computer skills required Microsoft Office

Other Skills:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to deliver presentations to professional audiences
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Effectively use problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong motivation skills
• Attentive to details
• Project and time management skills
• Team-oriented and flexible

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit their website at Alabama State Personnel Department for instructions on the application process. . Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email your letter of interest and resumé as an attachment to Lamesha Richardson at .