Dual-Enrollment Project Management Specialist

Job Details Job ID: 5950951 Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time) Re-Posted: Oct 6, 2026 Starting Date: Immediately Locations Central Office - Omaha, Nebraska Job Description Location: Curriculum and Instruction Support, Teacher Administrative Center, 3215 Cuming St., Omaha, NE 68131 Reports to: Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction and the Teaching & Learning Consultant, Secondary Partnership Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 12-month year-round position/ Salaried Exempt Salary Schedule: Schedule S04 92B Specialist 2 starting at $64,422.55 per school year.

credit may be awarded for applicable experience. Position Purpose: The Dual Enrollment Project Management Specialist provides support for the coordination, oversight, progress monitoring, and implementation of the dual enrollment expansion within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction Support. The position reports to the Teaching & Learning Consultant in Secondary Education, who ensures seamless access to dual-enrollment opportunities, strengthens college and career-readiness systems, and supports student attainment of college credit and industry-recognized credentials prior to high school graduation. This is a grant-funded position. Essential Performance Responsibilities: Project Support & Coordination - Assists with districtwide dual enrollment implementation. - Coordinates administrative functions and activities related to dual enrollment expansion across all high school campuses. - Supports the continuous improvement of dual enrollment procedures and systems to streamline project operations. - Follows district policies, state regulations, post-secondary agreements, and FERPA requirements. - Tracks required forms, deadlines, approvals, and other project requirements and follows up with appropriate staff to support timely completion. Student Enrollment & Postsecondary Access - Coordinates efforts with schools and college partners to support dual enrollment scheduling, registration, enrollment, and student participation. - Supports Access College Early (ACE)Scholarship enrollment cycles and monitors participation trends. Progress Monitoring & Data Use - Collaborates with the Research department team to obtain data to monitor enrollment, attainment, persistence, grade point average, attendance, and "On-Track" indicators. - Participate in monthly contact review meetings and quarterly progress-monitoring meetings. Data Systems & Reporting - Supports the development and maintenance of the dual-enrollment reporting database and the SharePoint evidence collection system. - Develops and maintains project artifacts, progress reports, implementation documentation, and evaluation evidence. - Prepares annual grant progress reports and outcome summaries for review and approval by Administration. Communication & Information Access - Maintains dual enrollment-related informational resources. - Supports communication efforts with school dual-enrollment coordinators, postsecondary navigators, and administrators regarding dual enrollment, college readiness, financial literacy, FAFSA, career pathways, and industry certifications. Partnership Development & Stakeholder Coordination - Coordinates the scheduling of activities among secondary schools, colleges, universities, businesses, and community organizations. - Facilitates project orientation, stakeholder engagement, and partnership meetings quarterly or more often as needed. - Works collaboratively with internal and external dual enrollment support staff to ensure continuity of student services and information. Evaluation & Continuous Improvement - Supports the organization and maintenance of the program evaluation process. Assist with baseline data collection, cohort identification, and outcome evaluation. Systems Change Outcomes - Supports the districtwide progress-monitoring system for dual-enrollment implementation. Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required. - Minimum one to three years of project management experience, preferred. - Knowledge of the K-12 educational environment and/or post-secondary dual enrollment is preferred. - Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software, including Word and Excel. - Extensive writing experience. - Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and manage conflict, including - Appropriate handling of all confidential matters. - Strong organizational skills and the experience and knowledge to balance multiple projects simultaneously. - Problem sensitivity awareness and the ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem; it only involves recognizing that there is a problem. - Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed Equipment: This position requires the ability to use basic office equipment, including computers, copiers, scanners, and a fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use. Travel: In-state travel to conferences may be required. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: - Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations. - Must possess strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Work in an office environment, school buildings, and warehouse settings. Interrelations: - Contact with personnel within the district, as well as with customers and vendors. - Will work under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day-to-day tasks. - Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy. - Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues. - Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service. Employee Punctuality and Appearance: - For schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless they have received approved leave. - Any deviation from assigned hours must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. - All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position. Terms of Employment: This position is a classified, full-time, exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that representative. The offer of employment is contingent upon: - Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified, and maintaining all licenses, certificates, and requirements for your position throughout employment. - A background check that demonstrates to OPS that the background is acceptable for the position. - Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States. - Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for the position offered). - Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for the position offered). - Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine the ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position. Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director, Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307) The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodations during the application process, please contact the Talent Services department at 531-299-0240. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $64,422.55 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 3215 Cuming Street Omaha, Nebraska 68131 Phone: (531) 299-0240 Email: [email protected]