Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Associate Director for the Statewide Assessments Office within the Assessment Development & Administration Division the Education Research and Evaluation Administrator I manages the Science Office. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Provides leadership, managerial direction, and supervision of consultant, analytical, and support staff for responsibilities of the Science Office. Monitor the item development, test administration, scoring, psychometric standards, and reporting of the California Science Test (CAST) and the California Alternate Assessment (CAA) for Science.

Direct the formulation of strategies to implement the policies, programs, and priorities of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, the California Department of Education and the State Board of Education. Consult with key internal and external staff; oversee plans for communication and outreach that support the implementation of the CAST, the CAA for Science, and science instructional resources for Tools for Teachers.

Oversee the preparation of Science Office work products. Determine tasks, timelines, and due dates; assign tasks to staff and communicate responsibilities and expected work products; provide feedback on and approve deliverables; ensure policy and format consistencies; oversee the preparation of budgetary documents; oversee contracts administered by the office; analyze proposed legislation that impacts on the work of the Office; and ensure that correspondence meets Department standards and policies.

Represent the Office to the field. Meet and work collaboratively with representatives of key local, state, and national programs.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

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

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

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:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work tactfully with diverse stakeholder groups on education issues

• Experience managing program staff and providing leadership in the area of assessments or a similar field.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to ensure quality deliverables and meet project deadlines

• Highly productive in a fast-paced work environment with shifting priorities

• Experience with large-scale assessments in education

• Experience with monitoring contracts

*Experience with California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS)

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. List of approved agencies:
• 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 required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Cover Letter
• 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. Experience with the three-dimensional CA NGSS including implementation and assessment.
  • 2. Experience performing the responsibilities outlined in this job announcement. Provide specific examples in handling various activities.
  • 3. Experience communicating effectively to a variety of audiences both orally and in writing. Provide specific examples including the communication method.
  • 4. Experience collaborating with internal and external groups, on high profile or politically sensitive educational issues, particularly in the area of assessments.

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