Education Specialist III

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Department of Education
Opening Date: September 28, 2026
Closing Date: October 09, 2026
Grade / Admin Unit: 26 Professional/Technical Services
Job Class Code: 3060
Salary: $56,264.00 - $83,761.61/Annually
Position Number: 014006032
Location: Augusta
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
DESCRIPTION:
This is professional services work in planning, developing, coordinating, administering, and evaluating educational programs in a specific specialty/subject area. Responsibilities include working with local, state, and federal officials in developing, implementing, and coordinating statewide educational programs, including implementation of evaluative techniques to ascertain the effectiveness of programs and program expenditures. Work includes advising the State Board of Education in assessing educational progress. This classification is distinguished from lower level Education Specialist classifications in that this is planning, developing, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs with increased complexity and scope. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:
Plans and develops comprehensive educational programs in a specific specialty/subject area in order to ensure compliance with federal and state legislative intent or identified educational need. Plans, organizes, assigns, and directs the work activities of subordinate professional staff in order to facilitate the attainment of the unit's work goals and to ensure the consistent application of program and technical policies, procedures, and guidelines. Confers with and counsels subordinate staff in order to exchange information, identify problems, and formulate possible solutions. Reviews and evaluates federal and state grant applications in order to approve grants or recommend changes. Consults with school superintendents and school committees in order to determine most effective use of available funds. Coordinates programs of vocational and technical education at secondary and post-secondary school and adult levels in order to ensure programs are made available. Coordinates and consults with teacher education institutions in order to ensure pre and in-service training is available. Advises Commissioner in order to provide information regarding specialty/subject area. Organizes and instructs workshops for local school administrators and teachers in order to provide specialty/subject area information. Identifies goals and objectives in specialty/subject area in order to assess program. Consults with school administrators and teachers on specialty/subject area matters in order to provide guidance and technical assistance.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of education administration and teaching methods and materials.
Knowledge of subject matter, issues, and problems of assigned specialty/subject area.
Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to and enforced by the Department.
Ability to interpret and explain statutory provisions to local school authorities and the public.
Ability to formulate and administer rules and regulations.
Ability to plan and organize educational programs.
Ability to supervise subordinate professional personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelors Degree in Education or required specialty/substance area and four (4) years professional level experience in required specialty/subject area. A Masters Degree in Education or required specialty/subject area may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Individual positions may require a professional teaching or educational administration certificate as issued by the State Department of Education.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references.
In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov
The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.