AOE Deputy Chief of Academics Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 5973C3ED-79BF-4)

Description

Overview

The Deputy Chief of Academics provides senior leadership for the Agency of Education's (AOE) Academics work, overseeing major initiatives that shape curriculum, instruction, and special education statewide. This role leads planning, implementation, and organizational change across multiple divisions, ensuring work is aligned with agency priorities and improves outcomes for Vermont students. The position reports to the Secretary of Education and the Chief Academic Officer.

This role is responsible for setting long-range academic priorities, guiding large-scale projects, and managing budgets and resources to support that work. The Deputy Chief collaborates closely with agency leadership and partners across Operations, Strategy and Accountability, and Policy and Communications to coordinate initiatives, align resources, and monitor progress. The position also prepares and presents information for agency leadership and, when needed, the Legislature.

The Deputy Chief directly oversees the Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education Divisions. This includes providing statewide leadership for Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and ensuring compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and related state requirements. The role supports special education systems that promote equity, effective service delivery, and compliance, including monitoring, dispute resolution, and policy development. The Deputy Chief also leads curriculum and instruction efforts focused on high-quality instructional materials and evidence-based practices, using implementation science to support sustainable change.

In addition, the Deputy Chief serves as a subject matter expert in curriculum, instruction, and special education, advising on state and federal requirements, continuous improvement efforts, and public reporting. The position may take on additional academic projects as agency needs evolve.

This position, AOE Deputy Chief of Academics (Job Requisition #54362), is open to all State employees and external applicants. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin Davis at erin.davis@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Duties are performed in a standard office setting. Work outside of normal duty hours can be anticipated during budget development time, the legislative session, and in relation to emergent federal actions. Some travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Testimony before legislative committees may be required

Bachelor's degree or higher in education, public administration, policy, or related field AND six (6) more years of experience in education administration, leadership, or policy, or related field INCLUDING two (2) or more years of supervisory experience.
OR
Eight (8) or more years of experience in education administration, leadership, or policy, or related field INCLUDING two (2) or more years of supervisory experience.
OR
One (1) or more years of experience as an AOE Division Director or equivalent position. 

Master's and/or Doctoral degree in relevant field(s).

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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