Director, Oregon Department of Education (ODE)
State of Oregon
Job Location: In-office at headquarters in Salem, Oregon
Compensation: $163,356-$253,308
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with the State of Oregon in its executive search for a
Director, Oregon Department of Education.
ABOUT THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:
Oregon Department of Education (ODE) provides leadership for all elementary and secondary
students in Oregon's public school districts and education service districts. Responsibility also extends
to public preschool programs, the state School for the Deaf, regional programs for children with
disabilities, and education programs in Oregon youth correctional facilities. ODE also serves as the
State Education Agency (SEA) for the administration and implementation of federal education
requirements related to accountability and school improvement, school nutrition, special education,
civil rights, student records, etc. ODE’s mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner
through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has a
vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and
equitable education system. We value equity for every student, high-quality education, service,
leadership, and teamwork. We are results-focused and believe people are our greatest asset.
For more information visit, the Oregon Department of Education website at:
https://www.oregon.gov/ode/pages/default.aspx
To view the full position description, please go to: motusrecruiting.co/OregonEducationApply
POSITION OVERVIEW FOR THE DIRECTOR OF THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:
As a governor-appointed position, the deputy superintendent of public instruction serves a crucial
role as the director of the Oregon Department of Education. While the governor is the head of the
Oregon Department of Education as superintendent of public instruction, the deputy superintendent
is the chief administrative officer for all public school matters. Subject to Senate confirmation, the
deputy superintendent is also the chief executive officer for the State Board of Education and is
responsible for interpreting and administering Board policies and rules. This position will close Friday,
March 31, 2023.
POLICIES AND RESOURCES
Recruitment and
Selection Policy https://www.oregon.gov/das/pages/policieshr.aspx
Definitions https://www.oregon.gov/das/Policies/10-000-01.pdf
SEIU 2021 – 2023
CBA:
https://www.oregon.gov/das/HR/CBA/SEIU%20Full%20Mas
ter%20Collective%20Bargaining%20Agreement%2021-
23.pdf
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES OF THE DIRECTOR, OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:
A. Leadership
• Provides vision and leadership for Oregon K-12 public education system
• Implements the Governor’s education policy objectives
• Aligns the agency mission and direction to the Governor’s policy objectives, the State Board
of Education directions and requirements of state and federal statute
• Provides education policy advice to the Governor, State Board of Education, and Legislative
• Oversees and directs the activities of the agency, and establishes short and long-term
strategic goals, budgets, and staffing decisions using an equity, diversity, and inclusion lens
and anti-racist stance in support of the agency
• Directs the administration of the Department through subordinate managers
• Serves as appointing authority for the agency (e.g., hiring, dismissal, discipline, promotion,
and other employee actions)
• Act as the administrative officer of the State Board of Education, and assists all school
district boards and education service district boards in answering questions concerning the
proper administration of the school laws, rules of the State Board of Education, and
ministerial duties of school officers and teachers
• Develops and maintains relationships with the Legislative, State Board of Education, local
school leaders, education advocacy groups, community-based organizations, tribal
governments, and other state agency executive leaders
• Participants in Government-to-Government process with Oregon’s nine federally
recognized tribes
• Establishes communication methods, maintain appropriate channels of communication, and
ensures that agency staff, Legislature, State Board of Education, local school leaders,
education advocacy groups, community-based organizations, and tribal governments are
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informed about relevant federal and state laws, Governor’s education policy objectives and
strategic direction of the Department
B. Administration of State and Federal Laws
• Ensures the Department meets federal requirements placed on a State Education Agency
(SEA) including the administration and implementation of federal education requirements
related to accountability and school improvement, school nutrition, special education, civil
rights, student records, etc.
• Ensures the Department meets state requirements including the administration of the
Student Success Act, High School Success Act, state standards, Student Success Plans,
student protection laws, complaints, and appeals processes, etc.
• Monitors state and federal legislation, forecasting impact on agency programs and
operations
• Serve on boards and councils as required by statute or as directed by the Governor
including but not limited to Early Learning Council and Educator Advancement Council
• Ensures that staffing support is provided to Fair Dismissal Appeals Board, Quality Education
Commission, and other boards as directed by statute
• Ensure collection and maintenance of school and student data in adherence to state and
federal laws, and report on data to state and federal policymakers and members of the
public
• Ensures administration within the Department of policies established by the Oregon
Department of Administrative Services
C. Management of Financial Resources
• Per state and federal laws oversees the administration of the Department’s budget
• Contributes to developing the Governor’s biennial budget request for the K-12 public
school system, including the operations budget for the Department
• Oversees the administration of the State Schools Fund which is the primary funding source
for the public education system, and ensures that school district and education services
receive timely, regular payment distributions from the State School Fund by state law
• Maintains the administration of federal funds received by the Department, monitors federal
legislation, forecasting impacts on agency programs and operations, and develops integral
fiscal practices, including the monitoring of agency budgets
• Perform other functions as may be necessary to the performance of the duties of the
Deputy Superintendent or as delegated by the Governor
Education, Experience & Training
• Master’s Degree or higher in education, administration, leadership, or a closely related field
• 3 years of experience as an executive leader of a public school district
• 5 years of experience in the administration of an elementary school or a secondary school
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
• The information in your application will be used to complete a pay equity assessment to
determine salary placement upon hire. Please see the link here to our Pay Equity Project. If you
have additional questions, please contact the HR Talent Acquisition Consultant.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data
may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to
complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your
employment authorization and documentation are contingent on sponsorship now or in the
future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more
information, please visit Veterans Resources.
• This position will close Friday, March 31, 2023.
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest,
specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only
recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the
recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring,
promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their
commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national orientation, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran
status.
