I'm sure many of you skipped over this job opening mentioned in this week's Gadfly. The bureaucratically named federal Office of Management and Budget may not sound like the hottest place to work. But if you or anyone you know is looking for a great edu-job, definitely give it some attention.
First, OMB works closely with White House staff and cabinet agencies. Second, the work isn't just dry spreadsheet stuff, it includes meaningful policy matters as well. Third, the education team at OMB is made up of very nice, high-quality folks.
Whoever gets this job will help put together ED's annual budget, review program effectiveness, make sure money is being well spent, and learn the ins and outs of federal spending and policy making. And he/she will do all of this while surrounded by very good colleagues.
Give it some thought.
--Andy Smarick