Associate Deputy Director for Strategic Education Programs


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Job Description

The Associate Deputy Director for Strategic Education Programs is located in the Office of the Secretary of Interior at the Department of the Interior and reports to the Director, Bureau of Indian Education.

Duties & Responsibilities

Specific Duties

The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities:

  1. Leadership of BIE Performance Office:
  • Provide oversight and guidance to the BIE Performance Office, ensuring effective management of all Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Office of Inspector General (OIG) engagements and timely implementation of report recommendations.
  • Direct strategic data management initiatives to enhance data-driven decision-making and performance monitoring across BIE programs and operations.
  • Exercise high-risk oversight over programmatic and fiscal activities, implementing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions as necessary to safeguard BIE resources and integrity.
  • Manage the BIE's responsibilities under A-123 regulations, ensuring compliance with internal control standards and promoting a culture of accountability and transparency.

2. Leadership of Sovereignty in Indian Education Office:

  • Oversee the management of the Johnson O'Malley program and Early Childhood Learning programs, ensuring alignment with tribal priorities and the needs of Native American students and families.
  • Provide direct support to Tribal Education Departments, fostering collaboration and capacity-building efforts to strengthen educational governance and leadership within tribal communities.

3. Leadership of BIE Division of Planning and Research:

  • Lead the research, design, and implementation of strategic education initiatives, including the development and management of the BIE's five-year Strategic Direction.
  • Foster innovation and continuous improvement in educational programming and service delivery, leveraging research findings and best practices to enhance educational outcomes for Native American students.

4. Leadership of BIE Office of Wellness, Behavioral Health, and Student Safety:

  • Develop and implement comprehensive programs to address the mental and behavioral health needs of students, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment for all.
  • Collaborate with tribal partners, community organizations, and external stakeholders to enhance access to culturally responsive wellness and behavioral health services for Native American students and families.
Salary & Benefits

$147,649 - $221,900 annually

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