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State of Georgia STARBASE Director - Marietta in Cobb, Georgia
STARBASE Director - Marietta
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Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job AlertsThe Georgia Department of Defense is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the STARBASE Director. This position leads the Georgia National Guard’s STARBASE program, a nationally recognized STEM initiative focused on science, technology, aviation, and space exploration for students. Peach State STARBASE (PSS) is primarily located at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Georgia, and provides exciting, dynamic and interesting Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) lessons and activities, primarily to at-risk 4th and 5th grade students from selected Title I public schools in the north Atlanta metro area, in both direct support and as adjunctive instruction to their regular school curriculum. PSS currently hosts up to 800 student slots during the school year and approximately 50 day campers during the summer months, with another 400-600 in STARBASE community outreach events.
The Director is responsible for program leadership, daily operations, staff supervision, budget management, and building strong partnerships with military, education, and community stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage all aspects of the STARBASE program
Establish program goals, performance metrics, and strategic direction
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and National Guard Bureau guidelines
Supervise staff and promote ongoing professional development
Oversee curriculum implementation and educational effectiveness
Develop, manage, and monitor the program budget
Serve as liaison to military leadership, schools, and community partners
Promote program visibility and stakeholder engagement across Georgia
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, or a related field
Experience in program management, educational leadership, or a related area
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience supervising staff and managing budgets
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field
Experience with STEM education programs
Experience working with military, government, or public-sector programs
Additional Information:
The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation, which includes a Georgia and national criminal records search, a pre-employment drug test (post-hire will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program), AND a post-employment federal background investigation.
Benefits
The State of Georgia offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Retirement plans through ERS or TRS, as applicable
Paid annual leave, sick leave, and 13 state holidays
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Qualified applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations during the application or hiring process should contact the agency for assistance.
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of experience in a human services field, which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team lead, or supervisory role; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Svcs Prgm Mgr 3 (SSP022) or position equivalent.
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Requisition ID: SOC0FX8
Number of Openings: 1
Advertised Salary: $75,000
Shift: Day Job