State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Education Division of Learner Support Bureau of Special Education Support 25 Hall Street Concord, NH 03301 Special Education Funding Specialist Position #41650 $25.40/hour - $34.14/hour This position is full-time, 37.5 hours a week.

•See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Learner Support & Bureau of Special Education Support has a full-time vacancy for a Special Education Funding Specialist.

Summary:

To research and review program regulations and policies and coordinate the development of procedures for state or federal programs. Develop and implement policies to establish payment rates for private providers for special education services in consultation with Health & Human Services and Administrative Services Pursuant to

RSA 186-C

7,III and

RSA 21-N

5,I,H. Implement policies to establish repayment of Special Education Aid to the local school districts.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in education, accounting, business administration, or program administration.

License/Certification:

Valid driver's license or access to transportation

Other Requirements:

None Trainee Option:

Not applicable

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

Collects and analyzes data in order to develop reports and make recommendations for necessary changes in operating procedures of state and federal grants. Formulates guidelines to define costs which are reasonable and necessary for services provided to students with disabilities and develops rules pursuant to

RSA 186-C

7,III and

RSA 21-N

5,I,(H). Implements established policies and procedures for the setting of approved rates for private providers of special education services; sets approved rates in conjunction with the Division for Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) for private providers of special education services to students placed through DCYF. Pursuant to

RSA 186-C

18, provide support, review services and verify payments of Special Education Aid, court ordered placement and improvement plan for districts in the implementation of support for students with disabilities in out-of-district placements. Develops uniform cost reporting mechanisms and methodologies for rate setting and special education aid. Provides technical support and training of school districts in the implementation of the NH Special Education Information System. Serves as a lead role for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Preschool programs including implementing processes for improvement, establishing and maintaining forms needed to request state aid funding, and performing audits to verify proper processing of applied aid. Supervises seasonal staff that support the Bureau of Special Education in the processing of special education aid. Provides guidance to staff regarding special education aid, court ordered placement payments, and episode of treatment payments. Responds to questions and inquiries from other state and local agencies, the public and parents of students with disabilities. For further information please contact Rebecca Fredette, Administrator, Rebecca.

A.Fredette@doe.nh.gov .

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TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx Value of State's share of

Employee's Retirement:

12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.

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EOE TDD Access:

Relay NH 1-800-735-2964