Job Description

Posting number: 02068-PrnCnslt-SL-0726

Department: Department of Education

Division: Student Learning

Job classification: NON-CLASSIFIED

Posting type: Open

Categories: Education

Summary

This position is not part of the classified personnel system, applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.

This position is not part of the classified personnel system; applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.

Incumbent will be required to live in and complete work for CDE within Colorado.

Colorado Department of Education – What We Do

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education, CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE

The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!

The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

• Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
• Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals.
• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org.
• Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply).
• Paid professional development opportunities.

A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority relative to others performing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Examples of duties

Work Environment:

This position is full-time, Federally Funded (funding is contingent upon availability and may end at any time), and is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

• Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs.
• 20% to 25% of job duties include travel within the State of Colorado for meetings, training, and consultations.
• Regular overnight travel is required.
• Commuting to the CDE building is required.
• Driving Required (Please see description under Conditions of Employment).
• A Remote (Home) office is required.
• Required to report to the work location per business needs.
• Essential Functions (ADAAA)
• LIGHT/Office environment:
• Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift and move up to 10 lbs of force frequently or 20 lbs occasionally.
• Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc.
• Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
• CO DL Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.

Position Summary:

The Colorado Department of Education's Office of Gifted Education is seeking a Twice Exceptional Gifted Education Consultant to serve as a statewide subject-matter expert in gifted education and twice-exceptionality (2e). This role leads professional learning, technical assistance, resources, and statewide improvement initiatives; supports implementation of Colorado gifted education statutes and rules; and collaborates with districts, educators, families, and community partners to strengthen equitable identification, effective programming, and positive outcomes for gifted and twice-exceptional learners.

The Twice Exceptional Gifted Education Consultant serves as a statewide leader in gifted education, providing expertise, guidance, and support to ensure high-quality services for gifted and twice-exceptional students. The position leads the development and delivery of professional learning, technical assistance, and resources for educators and stakeholders while promoting compliance with state statutes and regulations governing gifted education. As a subject-matter expert on twice-exceptionality, the consultant collaborates with schools, districts, and partners to advance equitable identification practices, effective programming, and positive outcomes for gifted and twice-exceptional learners.

The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however, could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Statewide Leadership, Policy, and Compliance
• Serve as a statewide subject matter expert on twice exceptionality (2e), gifted education statutes and rules, and the intersection of gifted and special education services.Provide expertise on the Exceptional Children's Educational Act (ECEA) as it relates to the identification, programming, and support of gifted and twice-exceptional learners.Lead the coordination, implementation, and continuous improvement of statewide twice-exceptional initiatives and projects.Provide technical assistance, monitoring, and support to administrative units to promote effective implementation of gifted education requirements and best practices.Stay current on emerging research, trends, and best practices in gifted education, special education, and twice exceptionality to inform statewide guidance and professional learning.Professional Learning, Technical Assistance, and Resources
• Design, deliver, and evaluate professional learning opportunities, technical assistance, and resources that build educator and system capacity to support gifted and twice-exceptional students.Develop and facilitate workshops, presentations, training modules, guidance documents, and instructional resources for diverse stakeholder groups.Prepare reports, guidance documents, communications, and other materials to inform stakeholders and support statewide initiatives.Synthesize research, policy, and data into actionable recommendations, resources, and tools that support educational improvement.Data, Program Improvement, and Project Leadership
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to assess program effectiveness, inform decision-making, and drive continuous improvement efforts.Lead and support gifted education projects and priorities as assigned.Coordinate multiple initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure successful completion of deliverables.Partnership and Collaboration
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with district leaders, educators, families, and community partners to advance equitable outcomes for gifted and twice-exceptional learners.Collaborate across the Exceptional Student Services Unit and other CDE offices to promote integrated supports and increase capacity to serve twice-exceptional students.Engage internal and external stakeholders through clear, responsive, and professional communication.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a related field or other focus related to the job assignment.

And

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in gifted and/or special education.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS:

Qualifications for Success in the Position:

• Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure the successful completion of deliverables.
• Ability to interpret and apply state statutes, regulations, and policies to support equitable and effective services for gifted and twice-exceptional learners.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing needs, and meet established deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail, including proofreading, editing, formatting, and quality assurance.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including educators, administrators, families, community partners, and agency staff.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to work, including identifying challenges and recommending improvements before issues impact outcomes.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail (proofing work, spelling, grammar, formatting, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively balance quality of work and productivity expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers (e.g. school districts, other CDE units).
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work to accommodate and meet the changing needs of the department and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and exhibit a proactive approach to work.
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems and recommend solutions prior to the standard being jeopardized.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of twice exceptionality, gifted education, and special education laws, policies, research, and best practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Exceptional Children's Educational Act (ECEA), gifted education statutes and rules, and their application within educational settings.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices and programming designed to support gifted and twice-exceptional learners.
• Knowledge of the characteristics, identification, and educational needs of multilingual gifted learners, including culturally and linguistically responsive practices, equitable identification processes, and evidence-based approaches that support both advanced learning and language development.
• Ability to translate educational research, theory, and policy into practical strategies and guidance for educators and leaders.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience applying those principles to the design, development, facilitation, and evaluation of professional learning.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging professional learning in in-person, virtual, and hybrid environments.

Preferred Qualifications (Preferred/Not Required):

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Education.
• Gifted and/or special education endorsement.
• Five (5) years of leading in professional development.
• Three (3) years of project management experience.

Conditions of Employment (Required):

• Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.
• Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (20% to 25%)
• Work extended schedule per business needs
• Report to work location per business needs
• Valid Colorado Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.
• Sign the acknowledgment form that this position is funded through federal funds and is subject to availability.
• Driving Required: To ensure the safety and efficiency of CDE operations, certain positions are designated as "Driving Required." These positions are required to safely operate a motor vehicle or a State of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle to complete the travel requirements. These positions are subject to a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and a valid driver’s license requirement if it meets the following criteria:
• Travel Threshold: The position requires business-related travel at least 20% or more of standard working hours; AND
• Operational Necessity: The travel requirements cannot be reasonably or efficiently met by alternative transportation (e.g., public transit, ride-sharing, or rail) due to:
• Significant travel distances or out-of-state requirements.
• A high frequency of stops at multiple locations throughout the workday.
• The need to transport equipment or travel to areas where public transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Supplemental information

Complete Applications must include:

• Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS.
• Cover Letter: Required - Attached to the application.
• Resume: Required - Attached to the application.
• Transcript: Required if using education to meet MQs - Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

**Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close may result in your application being removed from consideration.**

** Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening.

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to hr@cde.state.co.us.