Job Specification
MANAGER 1, EDUCATION
UNCLASSIFIED
NJSA 11A:3-4e
DEFINITION:
Under general direction of a supervisory official, Department of
Education, directs, manages, and supervises an important, primarily
single objective program or unit. This includes the development,
planning, organization, and supervision of goals, policies, procedures,
and work processes of the program and staff; does related work as
required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform
all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties
performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Directs the activities of the program and staff; sets goals; plans
and supervises the implementation of work programs; develops
unit policies and procedures in accordance with department
policies and goals.
Administers and interprets applicable federal and/or state laws
and regulations.
Prepares and directs the preparation of reports and studies
containing findings and recommendations for the review,
information, and assistance of supervisors.
Compiles and summarizes statistical and other data for reports.
Recommends, administers and monitors the program or unit
budget; reviews and approves or disapproves most requests
for expenditures.
Supervises the work operations of assigned staff, develops
performance standards, makes performance evaluations,
provides guidance and counsel to staff.
Approves personnel actions within the program or unit including
promotions, hiring and disciplinary actions in accordance with
department policies and state regulations.
Evaluates program goals, operations, and performances; as
required, develops and implements alternative procedures to
improve performance and meet the program objectives.
Consults with and seeks approval from the supervisor on
unusual problems or policy matters, particularly when the result
of decisions impact significantly on other department programs.
Establishes and maintains communication and cooperative
working relationships with local education administrators, county
offices, faculty and staff, government and private agencies and/or
the public in order to accomplish the objectives of the program or
unit.
Maintains integrity and appropriate confidentiality in department
and program operations.
Develops public relations materials relating to the program or unit.
Represents the department at conferences, seminars, or meetings
as required.
Initiates and plans conferences, seminars, and workshops as needed.
Prepares and supervises the preparation of detailed correspondence.
Serves on ad-hoc and standing committees as required.
Supervises the maintenance of essential records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and computerized information system used by the
agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college with a Master's degree in
Education or a field related to the area of assignment.
EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of experience in education or other field that is
directly related to the functions of the assigned position,
including two (2) years in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
CERTIFICATION:
A valid Standard Certificate or Supervisor Certificate issued by
the Board of Examiners of the New Jersey Department of Education.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the program or unit purpose, goals, and objectives.
Knowledge of modern management principles.
Knowledge of the laws and regulations which impact on the program.
Knowledge of education philosophy goals and organization in education.
Knowledge of the education system and the function of institutions
of learning.
Knowledge of the principles of budget planning, development, and
administration.
Knowledge of the principles of organization and personnel management.
Knowledge of the policies and procedures in education.
Knowledge of the State of New Jersey and agencies of state and
local government and private organizations that have a working
relationship with the department after a period of training.
Ability to manage a state level program or unit, including setting
goals, planning, and implementing work programs, and developing
policies and procedures.
Ability to evaluate program or unit performance and develop
alternative methods to improve performance and meet established
objectives.
Ability to develop and administer procedures to ensure appropriate
confidentiality of program records and activities.
Ability to effectively supervise subordinate staff including developing
work operations and performance standards, making performance
evaluations, and approving personnel actions for the unit.
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships and
coordinate programs with the other offices or organizations
that impact on or relate to the work of the program or unit.
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with
supervisors and staff.
Ability to develop, administer, and monitor the program or unit
budget.
Ability to develop and recommend unit policies.
Ability to prepare and/or direct the preparation of clear reports
and studies that include findings and recommendations.
Ability to prepare clear and detailed correspondence.
Ability to speak in public.
Ability to represent the department at conferences, seminars,
or meetings.
Ability to organize and administer conferences, seminars, or
meetings.
Ability to supervise and/or maintain essential records and files.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms
of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 61604 | | S | U | NL | 32 | N/A | &32 | - |
This job specification is for state government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
1/24/2015 |
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