Title: STARBASE Deputy Director
State Role Title: Prog Admin Manager II
Hiring Range: $78,000 - $92,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Location: Blackstone, FTPIC
Agency Website: DMA
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
About the Agency:
The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The STARBASE program is designed for fifth grade students, with the purpose of working with them to increase their interest and skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STARBASE students participate in challenging activities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM.) Students are immersed in a unique classroom experience for 5 days where all activities are student-centered, hands-on, encourage higher order thinking and incorporate STEM applications in the real world.
Purpose of Position:
To assist the STARBASE Director in development, management, and implementation of the STARBASE program at the Blackstone Readiness Center located in Blackstone, Virginia.
Job Duties:
10% - Performance Management:
- Ensures expectations are clear, well communicated, and relate to the goals and objectives of the STARBASE Program;
- Staff receive frequent, constructive feedback, including interim evaluations as appropriate;
- Staff have the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish goals;
- The requirements of the performance planning and evaluation system are met and evaluations are completed by established deadlines with proper documentation;
- Performance issues are addressed and documented as they occur.
70% - Program Management/Instruction:
-Assist in developing and overseeing the implementation of the STARBASE program to provide classroom instruction, including the development of a schedule of STARBASE lessons to be taught for each visiting class;
-Formulates and develops plans, procedures and programs to meet the needs of the team and maintains records and files related to the Program;
-Ensures that the preparation of the facility and instructional materials are ready for each visiting class;
-Assist Program Director in establishing goals and objectives for the STARBASE Program;
-Performs related duties as assigned.
15% - Policy Management:
- Assist with the development of policies and procedures;
- May prepare oral and/or written analyses and recommendations for program improvement;
- Assist with annual program evaluations, data collection, and data analysis for program improvement of the STARBASE Program;
- Completion of annual DHRM/DMA required training;
- Complies with all applicable safety rules, standards and regulations;
- Performs related work as assigned.
5% - Serve as a Liaison:
- Assist with the development of partnerships;
- Assist in developing and maintaining an active public relations and outreach programs;
- Provide additional resources for teachers;
- Assist visiting teachers who attend STARBASE;
- Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Educational knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math methods;
Knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and lesson implementation;
Knowledge and ability to implement classroom instructional practices and management techniques;
Ability to supervise and teach others; interpret policies and procedures; communicate effectively; and establish and maintain effective working relationships to ensure success of STARBASE Blackstone;
Assist in managing program budget and the oversight of the STARBASE Blackstone team;
Must have a valid Virginia Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
Additional Considerations
Experience in elementary education is preferred;
A valid state education certification is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:
o Extensive criminal background check
o Pre-employment drug screening
o Employment reference checks
o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
o Pre-employment physical examination
Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment;
Must obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC);
The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring.
This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).
Contact Information
Name: Loreley A. Leabhart
Phone: (804) 313-1694
Email: loreley.a.leabhart2.nfg@army.mil
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
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