An Economic and Social Policy Program Director manages government initiatives relating to the education and welfare of the residents in a state and may work for a child welfare agency, department of education, or other public agency.
Advertisement Closes 8/9/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2603905 Assistant Director II Pay Grade 19 Salary $5,798.50 - $7,567.64 Monthly Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
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FULL TIME
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INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY
| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education Location 300 Sower Boulevard Frankfort, KY 40601 USA Description The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky. The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Labor Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky's public schools and districts as they implement the state's P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities. The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors. The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.
OUR MISSION
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES
Equity Achievement Collaboration Integrity The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Finance and Operations, Division of District Support has an opening for an Assistant Director II. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and professional environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential, while receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application! Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Oversees all programmatic functions within the Division of District Support including management and direct supervision of staff. Provides supervisory oversight of personnel and activities of assigned branches within division. Leads division teams in completing management reviews or audits at the commissioner's request. Review and analyze state and federal statutes and regulations pertaining to school finance and make recommendations on policies and procedures that support those requirements. Manage projects related to each branch supervised within the division. Act as liaison between the division and other agency organizational units in matters related to school finance and department's strategic initiatives. Provides direct supervision, including approval of leave requests, timesheets and completion of performance evaluations of employees. Attend professional meetings and development opportunities to update staff or local district personnel on policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits and Perks:
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays Overtime and compensatory time Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account Life insurance Retirement Wellness incentives program Training and career development opportunities Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K) A collaborative and innovative work environment. Flexible work schedules Employee resource groups Employee recognition Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given. The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the
U.S. KDE
will only use E- Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 1-888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/ Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
Five years of administrative or management experience, two of which must include direct supervision of personnel. Substitute
EDUCATION
for
EXPERIENCE
A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience. Substitute
EXPERIENCE
for
EDUCATION
Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE Working Conditions Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in
KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Katlyn Comley at katlyn.comley@education.ky.gov or 502-564-3716. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
