Are you our new advisor in the Regional Competency Development Section at Innlandet County Council?

Job Description

Innlandet County Council has a full-time (100%) permanent position available as an advisor in the Regional Competence Development Section. Start date to be agreed upon.

We are seeking an experienced and socially engaged advisor for an important public service role. The position is part of a team focused on the county council’s responsibilities under the Education Act for:

• children and youth living in child welfare institutions
• children, youth, and adults admitted to healthcare institutions
• individuals incarcerated in prisons

You will play a central role in ensuring that students and participants in various life situations receive educational opportunities that are appropriate, equitable, and tailored to their needs, regardless of where they live, their life situation, or their health conditions. The position entails overall responsibility for contributing to the quality and development of the educational offerings, in close collaboration with relevant professional communities and partners.

This is a role for someone who wants to work at the intersection of law, education, and system development. You will encounter complex and professionally demanding challenges, where regulations, professional assessments, and practical considerations must all be balanced. At the same time, the position offers an opportunity to influence and develop services that are of great importance, both for the individual and for society as a whole.

We are looking for someone who

• has a relevant higher education degree and a solid understanding of the Education Act and administrative law
• has experience working with vulnerable student and participant groups or in institutional education
• are strongly committed to equal educational opportunities for all
• understand quality, due diligence, and documentation requirements in public administration
• understands the interactions and sectoral responsibilities among school owners, schools, child welfare services, health care, and correctional services
• demonstrates confidence and sound judgment in complex and sensitive cases
• actively contributes to system development and quality assurance efforts in the field
• possesses strong digital skills and the ability to quickly familiarize themselves with new systems
• builds strong relationships, is inclusive and development-oriented, and strengthens the work environment both internally and externally

We offer

• an exciting and professionally enriching position for an important social mission
• an organization characterized by commitment and high professional standards
• a competent, interdisciplinary, and inclusive work environment
• excellent development opportunities and access to relevant professional development initiatives
• flexible work schedules in accordance with the county government’s agreements
• Salary based on agreement and qualifications
• County government employment terms with good pension and insurance plans

About the position:

• 100% permanent position as an advisor
• work location is the County Administration Building in Hamar
• the position will involve travel

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure comprehensive follow-up of the county government’s responsibilities under the Education Act
• Coordinate and ensure the quality of educational programs for students and participants
• Provide professional support, guidance, and follow-up to schools, institutions, and partners in child welfare, health care, and correctional services
• Provide guidance in assessing prior learning for adult participants
• handle and follow up on individual cases, including the assessment of rights, measures, and accommodations
• develop and refine procedures, guidelines, and systems that ensure good administrative practices in this area
• contribute to cross-sectoral collaboration to ensure continuity, quality, and smooth transitions for students and participants
• prepare professional reports, case submissions, and decision-making documentation
• represent the county government in relevant forums and collaborative structures, including responsibility for quality assurance of classrooms at Mjøssykehuset and Ilseng Prison
• contribute expertise to collaboration with other sections and units within the department

Qualification requirements:

• relevant higher education from a university or college at the master’s level in education/special education, health and social sciences, law, or another relevant field
• a bachelor’s degree and relevant practical experience may compensate for a master’s degree
• good knowledge of the Education Act and principles of administrative law
• Experience working with students and/or participants in vulnerable life situations within institutional education, the correctional system, or related fields
• Experience with complex collaboration and cross-sectoral processes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desired qualifications:

• Experience in school governance, school administration, or system-oriented work in the education sector
• Experience in child welfare, health services, correctional services, or institutions
• Experience with case management in public administration
• Experience translating analysis into advice, guidance, and effective measures
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration

Personal qualities:

• Possesses strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, and thrives at the intersection of different sectors
• is able to work in a structured manner, independently, and with a high degree of professional judgment
• handles complex cases with integrity, composure, and sound judgment
• takes an analytical approach and sees the big picture and connections
• is solution-oriented, clear, and confident in the role
• has a strong commitment to the rights of vulnerable children, youth, and adults

Please detail your qualifications in your application.

Personal suitability will be given significant weight.

Application

Innlandet County Council wants its workforce to reflect the diversity of the population and therefore encourages everyone who is qualified according to the job posting to apply. We will adapt the workplace if you need us to. Personal suitability will be emphasized.

We never ask for Bank ID information during the application process. 

A police clearance certificate—no older than three months—is required for all positions in the dental health service, folk high schools, and upper secondary schools.

Please note that all applicants will be included on a public list of applicants, cf. Section 25 of the Public Administration Act. Exemptions from publication are granted only in exceptional cases, and you must explain why you should be exempt from public disclosure in the text field of the application.   

The county government is an organization undergoing development and change. Job duties, areas of responsibility, and organizational structure may therefore evolve and change in line with the organization’s needs.

Please note that redundant employees of the county government may have priority for this position.

Innlandet County Council uses an electronic application form.

We look forward to receiving your application.