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Director of Education (Administrative Officer 4)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$77,379.00 - $117,497.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg
555 Walnut Street (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2026
THE POSITION Do you want to become a leader in educating the public to prevent discrimination, fostering equal opportunity in education, and addressing incidents of bias that may lead to tension between racial ethnic and other groups? Achieve your goals and make a lasting, positive difference by serving in this Director position for Education and Community Services with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC). In this capacity, you will perform highly responsible legal, administrative, and program management work to ensure equal educational opportunity for all people in Pennsylvania. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career that leverages your expertise to support communities across our state, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will be responsible for developing and directing programs and initiatives aimed at ending discriminatory practices; developing and recommending educational programs, technology, techniques, and practices to meet goals; and interpreting the PA Human Relations Act (PHRA) and PA Fair Education Opportunity Act (PFEOA). Responsibilities include project management, frequent travel, conducting legal research, and identifying and analyzing patterns and trends in complex data. Your work will also involve making speeches, conducting presentations and trainings, developing and conducting studies and surveys to understand outcomes from and identify future directions for human relations programs, and recommending and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to promote the mission and goals of the PHRC in alignment with PHRA and PFEOA. Apply now to advance your career while striving to prevent and resolve problems within communities and educational institutions for the benefit of all people in Pennsylvania. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as an Administrative Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Six years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college or university; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Your application must include a resume. You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.