Program Specialist/BPA State Advisor

Summary

Program Specialist/BPA State Advisor

This position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.

Job Code: E23A Department/Area: Business Marketing Information Technology Education

FLSA Classification: Exempt Payband: 13

Summary: Provide statewide guidance and support to programs and teachers in the Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education division, with an emphasis on the Financial Services Career Cluster. Serve as the State Advisor for Oklahoma Business Professionals of America (BPA), providing leadership for program development, chapter support, competitive events, conferences, and student leadership initiatives. Collaborate with local advisors, business and industry partners, and national BPA to align state and national goals and provide high-quality experiences that support Financial Services; Management & Entrepreneurship; Digital Technology; Arts, Entertainment, and Design; and Marketing and Sales, while strengthening Career Ready Skills. Provide leadership and personal development opportunities for middle level, secondary, and postsecondary students. Support the development of teamwork, communication, professionalism, and Career Ready Skills through BPA programs, competitive events, and service activities.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in related field.
• Three years of teaching or administrative experience in Business Marketing Information Technology Education or equivalent industry experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide statewide leadership and program assistance for Financial Services Career Cluster within the Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (BMITE) division. Guide curriculum, instruction, assessment, and industry certification alignment with the statewide instructional framework and workforce needs.
• Assist schools, instructors, and administrators in planning, developing, evaluating, and continuously improving high-quality BMITE programs. Provide targeted assistance to schools and programs within the assigned region.
• Serve as the State Advisor for Oklahoma Business Professionals of America (BPA), coordinating statewide operations, chapter support, student leadership development, and implementation of state and national programs and initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Oklahoma BPA conferences, leadership training, and other statewide activities. Manage event budgets, calendars, registration, facilities, lodging, meals, service arrangements, communications, and program content in coordination with appropriate agency staff.
• Coordinate Oklahoma BPA's competitive events through the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP), including implementation of event guidelines, testing, submission requirements, scheduling, judge recruitment and training, scoring, awards, and advancement to national competition.
• Advise and supervise the Oklahoma BPA state officer team. Coordinate officer selection and elections, leadership training, performance expectations, the annual program of work, meetings, conference responsibilities, travel, and adherence to the code of conduct.
• Support the establishment, growth, and retention of BPA chapters and membership. Assist local advisors with chapter operations, membership procedures, student engagement, and the integration of BPA activities into classroom instruction.
• Coordinate Oklahoma BPA communications and member services, including website content, newsletters, conference materials, deadlines, and promotional resources. Provide timely and accurate information to students, advisors, administrators, and partners.
• Prepare and monitor Oklahoma BPA's operating budget in coordination with agency fiscal staff. Oversee financial planning, revenue and expenditure tracking, and required financial documentation in accordance with agency procedures.
• Serve as a liaison among local chapters, national BPA, agency staff, and other partners. Represent Oklahoma BPA and the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education at local, state, and national meetings, conferences, and presentations.
• Coordinate implementation of applicable student conduct, safety, accessibility, and emergency procedures for state-sponsored BPA activities in collaboration with local advisors, agency staff, and event partners.

Salary and Benefits: $56,985.95 - $63,421.34

• The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay insurance premiums, which include health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• The amount of your allowance, $10,434.24 - $25,361.52, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
• State-paid teacher's retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
• Vacation leave, 15 days sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options.

Total salary and benefits package valued at $79,437.20 - $95,488.04

Management Responsibility: No management responsibilities.

Communication Skills: Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals and legal documents as necessary. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Communicate complex ideas and beliefs to top management.

Mathematical Skills: Calculate simple mathematical equations, as applicable.

Reasoning Skills: Define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment: Position officed on site at CareerTech in Stillwater, with the option to utilize field based officing. The position requires reporting to the Stillwater office at the manager's discretion. Requires moderate travel within the state for industry, school visits, and conferences with limited out-of-state travel required.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of background check. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Job Description

Program Specialist/BPA State Advisor

This position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.

Job Code: E23A Department/Area: Business Marketing Information Technology Education

FLSA Classification: Exempt Payband: 13

Summary: Provide statewide guidance and support to programs and teachers in the Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education division, with an emphasis on the Financial Services Career Cluster. Serve as the State Advisor for Oklahoma Business Professionals of America (BPA), providing leadership for program development, chapter support, competitive events, conferences, and student leadership initiatives. Collaborate with local advisors, business and industry partners, and national BPA to align state and national goals and provide high-quality experiences that support Financial Services; Management & Entrepreneurship; Digital Technology; Arts, Entertainment, and Design; and Marketing and Sales, while strengthening Career Ready Skills. Provide leadership and personal development opportunities for middle level, secondary, and postsecondary students. Support the development of teamwork, communication, professionalism, and Career Ready Skills through BPA programs, competitive events, and service activities.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in related field.
• Three years of teaching or administrative experience in Business Marketing Information Technology Education or equivalent industry experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide statewide leadership and program assistance for Financial Services Career Cluster within the Business, Marketing, and Information Technology Education (BMITE) division. Guide curriculum, instruction, assessment, and industry certification alignment with the statewide instructional framework and workforce needs.
• Assist schools, instructors, and administrators in planning, developing, evaluating, and continuously improving high-quality BMITE programs. Provide targeted assistance to schools and programs within the assigned region.
• Serve as the State Advisor for Oklahoma Business Professionals of America (BPA), coordinating statewide operations, chapter support, student leadership development, and implementation of state and national programs and initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Oklahoma BPA conferences, leadership training, and other statewide activities. Manage event budgets, calendars, registration, facilities, lodging, meals, service arrangements, communications, and program content in coordination with appropriate agency staff.
• Coordinate Oklahoma BPA's competitive events through the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP), including implementation of event guidelines, testing, submission requirements, scheduling, judge recruitment and training, scoring, awards, and advancement to national competition.
• Advise and supervise the Oklahoma BPA state officer team. Coordinate officer selection and elections, leadership training, performance expectations, the annual program of work, meetings, conference responsibilities, travel, and adherence to the code of conduct.
• Support the establishment, growth, and retention of BPA chapters and membership. Assist local advisors with chapter operations, membership procedures, student engagement, and the integration of BPA activities into classroom instruction.
• Coordinate Oklahoma BPA communications and member services, including website content, newsletters, conference materials, deadlines, and promotional resources. Provide timely and accurate information to students, advisors, administrators, and partners.
• Prepare and monitor Oklahoma BPA's operating budget in coordination with agency fiscal staff. Oversee financial planning, revenue and expenditure tracking, and required financial documentation in accordance with agency procedures.
• Serve as a liaison among local chapters, national BPA, agency staff, and other partners. Represent Oklahoma BPA and the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education at local, state, and national meetings, conferences, and presentations.
• Coordinate implementation of applicable student conduct, safety, accessibility, and emergency procedures for state-sponsored BPA activities in collaboration with local advisors, agency staff, and event partners.

Salary and Benefits: $56,985.95 - $63,421.34

• The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay insurance premiums, which include health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• The amount of your allowance, $10,434.24 - $25,361.52, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
• State-paid teacher's retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
• Vacation leave, 15 days sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options.

Total salary and benefits package valued at $79,437.20 - $95,488.04

Management Responsibility: No management responsibilities.

Communication Skills: Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals and legal documents as necessary. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Communicate complex ideas and beliefs to top management.

Mathematical Skills: Calculate simple mathematical equations, as applicable.

Reasoning Skills: Define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment: Position officed on site at CareerTech in Stillwater, with the option to utilize field based officing. The position requires reporting to the Stillwater office at the manager's discretion. Requires moderate travel within the state for industry, school visits, and conferences with limited out-of-state travel required.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of background check. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.