Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under guidance from the Director of Special Education, the Education Administrator I manages the Policy and Initiatives Unit. Responsibilities include providing administrative and programmatic leadership; managerial direction; and supervision of education program consultants, analysts, and support staff for the educational program responsibilities assigned to the Policy and Initiatives Unit. The Policy and Initiatives Unit responsibilities include: developing statewide policy impacting services to students with disabilities, including tracking, analyzing, and implementing legislation; coordinating and directing statewide special education initiatives and workgroups; and partnering with other Divisions within the California Department of Education and external stakeholder groups, such as Special Education Local Plan Area administrators and Special Education Administrators of County Offices, to ensure alignment and coherency in educational policy. Policy and Initiatives Unit staff serve as liaisons for the federal Office of Special Education Programs and participate in national conversations and convenings related to federal special education policy and available technical assistance. The Policy and Initiatives Unit responsibilities include coordinating the State Systemic Improvement Plan for students with disabilities, oversight of the Advisory Commission on Special Education, and, under direction from the Director of Special Education, developing and implementing internal procedures and guidelines pertaining to operational activities of the Division. Additionally, Policy and Initiatives Unit staff support the Director with special projects and critical, urgent program needs as they arise. The Policy and Initiatives Unit Education Administrator I works closely with the Director of Special Education, representing the Director, as needed, with various internal and external interest holders.

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Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.

Special Requirements

Examination Information 

Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: or at the link below:

Education Administrator I: 

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The desired candidate will:

• Possess strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Have extensive knowledge of state and federal laws related to the implementation of special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Have deep knowledge of the inter-workings of the Special Education Division and the California Department of Education, including knowledge of current state litigation and the legislative process.
• Bring historical knowledge and expertise and possess the ability to represent the Director across statewide venues.

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website:  Benefits Summary

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
• DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
  

  • 1. In one or two paragraphs, please describe your educational background and work experience you feel most qualify you for the position, based upon the job announcement.
  • 2. In one or two paragraphs, please describe some of the key components of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

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