Career connections education program specialist

Serves as an unclassified employee pursuant to O.R.C. Section 3301.13 and performs the following educational and/or research duties:

On Behalf Of The Office Of Workforce Readiness And Graduate Success, Serves As a Subject Matter Expert For Career Exploration And Planning. Develops And Deploys Tools And Resources For Key Stakeholders Aligned With Identified Priorities

Oversees implementation, maintains necessary updates and makes policy recommendations regarding Student Success, Business Engagement and Career Advising;

Assists with development and deployment of a comprehensive career connections framework aligned with intentional K-12 school counseling and high-quality career education delivery models.

Assists with ensuring alignment of career advising materials with in-demand occupations;

Assists with identifying and promoting career-infused learning models and innovative delivery strategies that are scalable and replicable statewide;

Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop and deploy tools and resources that integrate career advising with high-quality career education delivery models.

Stakeholder Engagement and Technical Assistance

Cultivates partnerships with workforce and education stakeholders, including Business Advisory Councils, Career-Technical Planning Districts (CTPDs), Career Pathway Support Networks, and professional associations.

Provides technical assistance and guidance to regional education entities, districts, and educators on implementing career connections strategies and CTE integration.

Supports the expansion of middle school CTE programming by advising on access, parity, and program quality.

Develops And Facilitates Professional Learning Experiences For Key Stakeholders

Develop model implementation resources and lead workshops, seminars, and institutes to support local adaptation of state-level frameworks.

Design and facilitate professional development experiences for educators, administrators, and pre-service programs, emphasizing integrated academics, career awareness, and exploration.

Serve as a liaison to regional centers and professional associations to promote consistent implementation of career readiness initiatives.

Supports the implementation and use of career connection learning strategies in classrooms;

Develops And Sustains Partnerships Among Key Stakeholders

Coordinates with workforce partners to cultivate relationships between education and business (e.g., Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation);

Collaborates with stakeholders across secondary and post-secondary

Collaborates with Job and Family Services and provides guidance on the development, maintenance, professional learning, and technical assistance of the OhioMeansJobs K-12 platform and integrated tools. Provides leadership and advisement to state-level organizations (e.g., Ohio School Counselor Association, Ohio Association for Career Technical Education);

Partners with professional associations and education agencies and promotes career connection programs through public awareness activities.

Communicates with constituents regarding educational issues.

Research, Evaluation, and Communication

Analyze program and regional-level data to inform continuous improvement and policy recommendations.

Conduct research on emerging trends in career readiness and CTE to develop guidance and resources.

Performs Other Related Duties As Assigned

Represent the administrator at meetings and conferences; draft reports and correspondence to communicate progress and impact.

72 months experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.

Job Skills: Educational support

Organization

Education and Workforce

Agency Contact Name and Information

Simmone Johnson [email protected]

Unposting Date

Oct 16, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

25 South Front Street

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

34.28

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Educational Support

Technical Skills

Data Analytics, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving

Agency Overview

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.

As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.