Assistant Director I (FFTL)
Commonwealth of Kentucky, Frankfort, KY, United States
Advertisement Closes 4/10/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) 26-01329 Assistant Director I (FFTL) Pay Grade 18 Salary $5,271.84 - $6,880.26 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Hiring Agency Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education Location 300 Sower Blvd Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky’s public schools and districts as they implement the state’s P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.
The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors.
The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.
OUR MISSION To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES
Equity
Achievement
Collaboration
Integrity
The department seeks to hire a smart, experienced, hardworking and dependable Assistant Director I to join our dedicated team. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and professional environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential, while receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following
Assist in managing the work of the Division of IDEA Monitoring and Results.
Assist the director in the coordination of inter-division, inter-office, and cross-agency work.
Write, review, analyze, and monitor correspondence and reports for accuracy and conformity with policies and procedures.
Accurately interpret and apply federal and state statutes, regulations, and policies and procedures related to diverse learners.
Locate, create, lead, and engage in professional development within the division to promote growth of staff.
Assist the director in the development and revision of regulations as needed.
Prepare briefing materials and presentations.
Perform the duties of and represent the division in the absence of the division director.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits And Perks
Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional Insurance (Dental/Vision)
Life Insurance
Retirement savings.
Paid Leave (annual, sick, compensatory, jury, voting, election, blood donation, living organ, educational, military)
Paid holidays (12.5 days per year, 13.5 days in a Presidential Election year)
Deferred Compensation/Free Financial Planning Program
Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Resource Groups
Employee Recognition
This is a federally funded time limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification but is not required to take an examination or be graded through the testing and evaluation process. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non‑merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.
In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
The Kentucky Department of Education participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will provide federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9. For more information about E‑Verify, visit the E‑Verify website or contact DHS at 1‑888‑897‑7781.
Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Experience, Training, or Skills: Four years of administrative or management experience.
Substitute education for experience: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute experience for education: Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Special requirements (age, licensure, regulation, etc.): NONE.
Working Conditions: Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kanaka Aspari at kanaka.aspari@education.ky.gov or 502‑564‑3716.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky’s public schools and districts as they implement the state’s P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.
The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors.
The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.
OUR MISSION To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES
Equity
Achievement
Collaboration
Integrity
The department seeks to hire a smart, experienced, hardworking and dependable Assistant Director I to join our dedicated team. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging and professional environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential, while receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following
Assist in managing the work of the Division of IDEA Monitoring and Results.
Assist the director in the coordination of inter-division, inter-office, and cross-agency work.
Write, review, analyze, and monitor correspondence and reports for accuracy and conformity with policies and procedures.
Accurately interpret and apply federal and state statutes, regulations, and policies and procedures related to diverse learners.
Locate, create, lead, and engage in professional development within the division to promote growth of staff.
Assist the director in the development and revision of regulations as needed.
Prepare briefing materials and presentations.
Perform the duties of and represent the division in the absence of the division director.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits And Perks
Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional Insurance (Dental/Vision)
Life Insurance
Retirement savings.
Paid Leave (annual, sick, compensatory, jury, voting, election, blood donation, living organ, educational, military)
Paid holidays (12.5 days per year, 13.5 days in a Presidential Election year)
Deferred Compensation/Free Financial Planning Program
Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Resource Groups
Employee Recognition
This is a federally funded time limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification but is not required to take an examination or be graded through the testing and evaluation process. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non‑merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.
In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
The Kentucky Department of Education participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will provide federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9. For more information about E‑Verify, visit the E‑Verify website or contact DHS at 1‑888‑897‑7781.
Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Experience, Training, or Skills: Four years of administrative or management experience.
Substitute education for experience: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute experience for education: Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Special requirements (age, licensure, regulation, etc.): NONE.
Working Conditions: Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kanaka Aspari at kanaka.aspari@education.ky.gov or 502‑564‑3716.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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