Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Please note this is an 'Until Filled' position. The application cut-off date is March 28, 2024, 11:59 PM (PST) . Interested individuals must submit their application packages by the cut-off date to be considered.

Under direction from the Director and the Associate Director of the Special Education Division, the Education Administrator I manages the Programs and Partnerships Unit (PPU). Responsibilities include providing state and federal special education administrative, policy and programmatic leadership; managerial direction; and supervision of education program consultants, analysts, and support staff for the program responsibilities assigned. The PPU responsibilities include: compliance with Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provisions and state statutes for programs managed, support with the annual state budget and legislative process, create or maintain internal and external relationships and resources with general education programs and agencies to align services and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Additional responsibilities include: providing guidance to staff with interagency agreements, contracts, data analysis, grants, statewide agency initiatives, and program evaluation. The PPU staff partner with units across the Special Education Division and Department, state agencies, Special Education Local Plan Areas, local educational agencies, and universities to support work based learning, postsecondary transition planning, and family empowerment centers. Travel is required.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

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

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 Fiscal 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:

- Have knowledge of state and federal laws related to the implementation of special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA);

- Extensive experience with inter agency agreement management

- Experience managing federal grants for special education programs and general contract management;

- Experience working with family engagement and secondary transition in special education

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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.
• For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: .

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 -

  A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.
  For assistance in completing the SOQ, we encourage you to watch the following video:
  

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