Employment Opportunities
Welcome! We are pleased that you are interested in dedicating your skills to Nevada's K-12 education system. Below you will find links to help you explore job opportunities here at the Nevada Department of Education as well as at schools across the Silver State. Please note that this information may not be current. We recommend verifying the closed date on the posting for the most accurate details.
DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT - UNCLASSIFIED
- The State of Nevada Department of Education is hiring for a Deputy Superintendent for the Student Investment Division. The position will perform the following duties: Fiscal Management & Strategic Planning: Multi-Year Budgeting, Developing and monitoring multi-year operating budgets, including financial projections, fiscal notes, and reporting. Facilities & Long-Term Planning: Engaging in multi-year financial planning and assisting in the preparation of multi-year facilities plans. Financial Impact Modeling: Projecting the local, state, and national financial impacts of decisions on the operations of the State and local school districts, public charter schools and University schools for gifted children. Resource Optimization: Advising the Superintendent and grant managers on how to maximize the use of available resources. Compliance, Policy & Accountability: Financial Compliance: Oversight of establishing procedures sufficient to ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and standard business practices, as well as adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Policy Administration: Oversight of developing and administering fiscal regulations, policies, and procedures. Funding & Oversight: Directing the fiscal administration of programs to fund school districts, charter schools, and subrecipients. Accountability Research: Conducting research, recommending strategies, and developing new processes to advance the financial and operational accountability of districts and schools. Legislative & Rulemaking Proceedings: Participating in legislative and administrative hearings and rulemaking proceedings. Leadership & Stakeholder Relations: Public & Legislative Representation: Representing the Department publicly through media appearances, conferences, councils, committees, public information campaigns, and testifying before the Nevada Legislature. Superintendent Proxy: Representing the Superintendent on committees and at public functions on an as-needed basis, and speaking to professional bodies. Interagency Collaboration: Establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with local, state, and federal government partners. Strategic Vision: Helping define and achieve the performance-driven, results-oriented vision, mission, goals, and objectives of the Department.
EDUCATION & INFORMATION OFFICER
- This position is located within the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development (OELD), in Las Vegas and supports the implementation and administration of the Silver State Stars Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). The individual in this position provides technical assistance and guidance to licensed child care providers participating in or seeking to engage with QRIS, with primary responsibility for programs in Southern Nevada. Responsibilities include supporting provider onboarding and participation; providing guidance on QRIS requirements, processes, and documentation; monitoring program progress; and coordinating with QRIS coaches, assessors, and other early childhood partners to ensure providers receive consistent and timely support. The position develops and delivers Nevada Registry-approved professional development and training for early childhood educators and providers. The individual also represents OELD and QRIS on relevant local committees, workgroups, and collaborative initiatives and supports communication and coordination among state and community partners. Additional responsibilities include planning and coordinating OELD-led meetings, trainings, and events for providers and partners; reviewing QRIS program documentation and compliance with established requirements; supporting rating review and finalization processes; maintaining accurate program information within applicable QRIS data systems; and assisting with other activities necessary for the effective statewide administration and continuous improvement of QRIS. Under general supervision, Education and Information Officers research issues of concern to the agency and the relevant target population; develop, coordinate and/or present educational programs; review, revise and monitor courses of instruction to reflect current marketplace and applicable law; audit instructor presentations to ensure quality instruction is provided in accordance with program requirements; facilitate communication among the target population and federal and State agencies; develop media releases, newsletters and informational brochures. Areas of specialization include: securities, real estate, mortgage lending, public safety and health.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL
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The Nevada Department of Education is seeking to multiple Education Program Professional (EPP) positions in Carson City and Las Vegas. The first position is with the Gift and Talented Education (GATE) and Advanced Coursework in Carson City and Las Vegas. The Nevada Department of Education’s Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) and Advanced Coursework EPP will provide statewide leadership, administrative oversight, and technical expertise for programs serving high-ability and college-ready learners. This position serves as the Department’s primary subject matter expert (SME) for GATE and all advanced coursework pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Dual Credit, and Honors programs. The incumbent will be responsible for the design, management, and evaluation of statewide initiatives aimed at increasing access and equity in advanced studies. This includes overseeing the legal identification and service protocols for gifted pupils and managing the state-mandated approval process for Dual Credit courses between Local Education Agencies (LEA) and institutions of higher education. This position will also provide expertise in the development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of statewide initiatives and projects aligned with the Department’s strategic priorities, including the Statewide Plan for the Improvement of Pupils (STIP). The duties performed by this position include providing technical assistance and the development and delivery of professional learning for educators on differentiated instruction, curriculum acceleration, and college-level course integration. As a critical liaison, the incumbent will communicate with internal NDE divisions, LEA's, the Statewide Gifted and Talented Advisory Council, and national partners such as the College Board and International Baccalaureate Organization. The incumbent will maintain established goals for program success, manage grant funding for advanced programs, and ensures that all district-level advanced offerings meet rigorous state standards and regulatory compliance requirements. The second position is with the Office of Teaching and Learning in Carson City only. The Office of Teaching and Learning’s EPP provides leadership, technical assistance, consultation, and programmatic support for the implementation and continuous improvement of Nevada's Read by Grade 3 (RBG3) Program in alignment with state and federal requirements, the Nevada State Literacy Plan, and evidence-based literacy instruction. Support the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of NDE's policies, guidance, resources, and professional learning related to early literacy, literacy assessment, intervention, and instructional practices. Collaborate with internal offices, school districts, charter schools, regional professional development programs, institutions of higher education, and state and national organizations to advance statewide literacy initiatives and improve student outcomes. Serve as the OTL and NDE representative on committees, task forces, advisory groups, and cross-office initiatives related to literacy, curriculum, assessment, instructional materials, and educator professional learning. Provide structure and content expertise in the review of instructional materials, grant administration, data-informed decision making, and other statewide initiatives that support high-quality literacy instruction. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth while maintaining a collaborative, professional, and service-oriented approach consistent with NDE's Professional Standards and Workplace Expectations. Education Programs Directors, Supervisors, and Professionals assist and foster the growth of early childhood, pre-K, K-12, postsecondary, adult, and related education programs throughout Nevada by providing technical assistance, training, and oversight.