Education Consultant 4-OPS

About this Job

**This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA**

Office of Operations

Job Focus Area

The Louisiana Department of Education is seeking a dynamic leader as an Education Consultant 4 to serve as Chief of Staff to the Deputy Chief of Operations within the Office of Operations. This role sits at the center of a fast-paced, mission-driven team that oversees critical statewide functions, including federal program support, school nutrition, attendance initiatives, contracts and procurement, and facilities management.

As an Education Consultant 4 (Chief of Staff), you will be the primary partner and advisor to the Deputy Chief of Operations, helping to drive cross-office initiatives, streamline operations, and ensure effective decision-making that impacts schools and students across Louisiana. Success in this role requires exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, paired with a strong understanding of education policy and operational strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

Eight years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience plus five years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

As an Education Consultant 4, you’ll serve as the Chief of Staff to the Deputy Chief of Operations, playing a critical role in driving the daily operations, strategic initiatives, and cross-office coordination that support the Louisiana Department of Education’s mission to improve outcomes for all students.

In this role, you will:

Serve as the primary advisor and Chief of Staff to the Deputy Chief of Operations.

Act as first point of contact for executive-level staff within the Office of Operations.

Coordinate activities, communications, and problem resolution requiring executive attention.

Direct, manage, and oversee daily operations and staff activities within the Office of Operations.

Support divisions including Federal Support and Grantee Relations, Nutrition Support, Attendance Support, Contracts and Procurement, and Buildings & Grounds/Property Management.

Lead and monitor the implementation of cross-office initiatives and projects.

Ensure alignment of operations with agency priorities and statewide education goals.

Track organizational performance and operational effectiveness.

Identify opportunities for greater efficiency, alignment, and impact.

Facilitate communication between the Deputy Chief of Operations, internal staff, and external partners.

Promote collaborative, aligned decision-making across divisions and with statewide partners.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. **Note regarding the advertised pay range: The Education Consultant series have a special entrance rate (SER) of $31.25 hourly, $2,500 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources

PO Box 94064

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.