Director of Special Education (00060)
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Job Description - Director of Special Education (00060) (26140930)
Position Title: Director of Special Education (00060) - (26140930)
Resume -
Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.
Why you would enjoy working here;
Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre‑K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.
Benefits of working for OPI:
Work/life balance
Family friendly
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Job Overview: In the Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) and under the administrative direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Deputy Superintendent, Chief Program Officer, and the Senior Manager for Safety and Student Supports, the Director of Special Education is responsible for ensuring that children age three through twenty‑two with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) as mandated in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The Director administers OPI’s Special Education Unit and provides leadership to local education agencies (LEAs), special education cooperatives, and state facilities, which provide special education programs and services to children with disabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):
Knowledge of special education, early childhood, and gifted and talented education laws.
Skilled in strategic, tactical, and analytical evaluation.
Skilled in understanding the interrelationship of legislation, rulemaking, local operation issues, large‑scale assessment, statistics, and public relations.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Ability to build strong interpersonal and professional relationships with high‑ranking officials.
Ability to prioritize and manage budgets.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Special education teaching endorsement.
Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience.
Master’s degree in special education, educational leadership/program administration.
Minimum of 3 years supervision/management experience.
Other combinations of education and experience will be considered case‑by‑case.
Does this sound like you?
Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.
Compensation and Benefits Salary: $45.91 - $45.91 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full‑time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Employment Details Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full‑Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Primary Location: Helena
Agency: Office of Public Instruction
Union: 000 - None
Posting Date: Apr 2, 2026, 9:38:02 PM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Required Application Materials Resume
Contact Human Resources | opi.careers@mt.gov | (406) 444-2673
OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
This position is in the TRS retirement system.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Position Title: Director of Special Education (00060) - (26140930)
Resume -
Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.
To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.
Why you would enjoy working here;
Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre‑K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.
Benefits of working for OPI:
Work/life balance
Family friendly
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Retirement plans
Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Job Overview: In the Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) and under the administrative direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Deputy Superintendent, Chief Program Officer, and the Senior Manager for Safety and Student Supports, the Director of Special Education is responsible for ensuring that children age three through twenty‑two with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE) as mandated in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The Director administers OPI’s Special Education Unit and provides leadership to local education agencies (LEAs), special education cooperatives, and state facilities, which provide special education programs and services to children with disabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):
Knowledge of special education, early childhood, and gifted and talented education laws.
Skilled in strategic, tactical, and analytical evaluation.
Skilled in understanding the interrelationship of legislation, rulemaking, local operation issues, large‑scale assessment, statistics, and public relations.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Ability to build strong interpersonal and professional relationships with high‑ranking officials.
Ability to prioritize and manage budgets.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Special education teaching endorsement.
Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience.
Master’s degree in special education, educational leadership/program administration.
Minimum of 3 years supervision/management experience.
Other combinations of education and experience will be considered case‑by‑case.
Does this sound like you?
Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.
Compensation and Benefits Salary: $45.91 - $45.91 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full‑time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)
Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Employment Details Number of Openings: 1
Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full‑Time
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Primary Location: Helena
Agency: Office of Public Instruction
Union: 000 - None
Posting Date: Apr 2, 2026, 9:38:02 PM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Required Application Materials Resume
Contact Human Resources | opi.careers@mt.gov | (406) 444-2673
OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
This position is in the TRS retirement system.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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