Overview

AIR is seeking a Senior Technical Assistance Consultant to join the Education Systems team within our Human Services division. This position will contribute to a variety of technical assistance federal and state projects focused on K-12 education systems. Over the next several years, AIR will engage in Tribal consultation with Tribes, state-level Indian education advisory boards, and/or Tribal education agencies (TEAs) in a dozen states to determine their technical assistance needs and build out one or more projects to meet those needs.

Our Education Systems team is driven by our mission to make the world a better, more equitable place through education.

This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations . This does not include U.S. territories.

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff byclicking here (https://www.air.org/our-commitment-diversity-equity-and-inclusion) .

Responsibilities

• Indigenous education leadership: managing workflow, managing staff and subject matter expert performance, deliverables development and delivery

• Client-facing presentation and meetings

• Translating research and best practices into policy development and TA implementation tools and materials

• Creating high-level action plans to implement TA solutions

• Overseeing the development of implementation guides, tutorials, train-the-trainer guides, and other “how to” materials

• Designing, developing, and implementing onsite and virtual training and technical assistance throughout the United States

• Working with a diverse team, managing project tasks, technical expertise, and supervision of project staff

• Reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing information using appropriate practices and techniques

• Disseminating findings through publication of papers, progress and technical reports and presentation of seminars

• Acting as an advisory resource to provide comprehensive information, teaching and technical assistance to grantee sites

• Evaluating effectiveness of services being provided and makes recommendations for change as needed or warranted

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Master’s degree in education or related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience in Indigenous education or Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience

• Experience working with American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes and TEAs

• Experience working with state education agencies (SEAs)

• At least 5 years of experience in the development and delivery of professional development and TA and project/program management

• Familiarity with best practices in Tribal consultation (both big and little "C")

• Familiarity with the U.S. public K-12 education system

Skills:

• Ability to engage professionally with diverse groups, including AIR staff, consultant facilitators, clients, and event participants

• Proven ability to coordinate and execute complex tasks while collaborating with both internal and external partners to achieve objectives

• Excellent team collaboration, communication, and customer service skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in writing

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels and from varied backgrounds

Disclosures:

This position is open to U.S. citizens only. Upon hire, incumbent will be required to obtain clearance through the Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $130,000. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains adrug-free work environment (https://www.air.org/sites/default/files/2023-05/Workplace-Drug-Policy-2023.pdf) .

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American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

American Institutes for Research’s commitment to Diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations and work environment. Diversity is valued and Inclusion is reflected in all efforts to recruit, develop, and engage the diverse staff needed to accomplish our mission.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.org or call 202.403.5000.

Job Location US-Remote | US-VA-Arlington | US-TX-Austin | US-NC-Chapel Hill | US-IL-Chicago | US-CA-Sacramento | US-MA-Waltham

Job ID 13241

Job Location United States

Category Technical Assistance