The East Central Ohio ESC is excited to add a Drivers Education Coordinator to support the Drive to Succeed grant.  The new position will serve as a liaison between the ECOESC office, driving instructors, partner driving schools, and parents/students to ensure program excellence and operational efficiency.  This position will oversee the management of the Drive to Succeed grant, ensuring all required documentation is completed and submitted in a timely manner.  The Coordinator will also work closely with students, school districts and other ESCs to promote the scholarship program and assist with registration and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) with relevant work experience in business administration, education, transportation management or field directly related to the position
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in education program coordination, grant management, driver training, or transportation management
• State driver’s education certification or eligibility for certification preferred
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment
• Compliance with drug-free workplace rules and Board policies

Responsibilities:

The following duties and responsibilities are representative of performance expectations, but are not considered all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned as necessary.  A reasonable accommodation may be to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions:

• Coordinates driver education options within the assigned region and directs participants to programs suitable for their individual needs
• Assists students with enrollment into the appropriate online/classroom courses and behind-the-wheel instruction according to individual needs
• Verifies eligibility for Drive to Succeed scholarships and works with students to complete the required application process
• Tracks student progression and follows-up with participants to ensure required instruction and driving hours are completed in a timely manner
• Manages all documentation and record-keeping requirements as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Drive to Succeed Grant
• Submits required documentation and reconciles monthly reimbursement of scholarship funds; works with the fiscal office to manage grant funds accordingly
• Maintains a positive rapport with parents, students, and school districts requiring assistance with enrollment, documentation, and licensing requirements
• Collaborates with other regional Drive to Succeed programs/ESCs to provide consistent communication related to the grant (i.e. marketing materials, website, presentations, etc.)
• Provides regular feedback on grant processes and student participation; addresses concerns in a timely manner with the supervisor, superintendent or appropriate stakeholder(s)
• Shares regular updates with school districts and ESCs through email, in-person presentations, virtual meetings, etc. to promote participation
• Participates in training and staff development as required
• May assist with drivers education classroom or in-car instruction as required
• Performs other specific job-related duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to exercise tact and handle information that is confidential, sensitive or controversial
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with students, parents and other professionals regarding concerns
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate records
• Effective use of listening, observation, reading, verbal/nonverbal and writing skills
• Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
• Demonstrates professionalism and compassion for students whose learning or needs may be impacted by outside factors
• Bilingual communication skills are preferred, but not required

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Nanette McFadden, Executive Director of Human Resources via email – nanette.mcfadden@ecoesc.org