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Executive Director - SELPA (Begins School Year 2019-2020) at Shasta County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

3/26/2019 12:00 AM Pacific

Date Posted
3/29/2019
Contact
Sue Johnson
530-225-0395 3106
Number of Openings
1

Add'l Salary Info

$115,997-$148,045 per year (227 days)
Length of Work Year
227 days
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

We are located in beautiful Northern California on the Sacramento River, near Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and many other natural wonders. We are an outdoor enthusiast's ideal destination. If you are searching for a place with affordable homes, where you can escape traffic and congestion, and with a true sense of community then come explore Shasta County, California. We are committed to ensuring that all students receive a quality education taught by highly qualified and motivated staff committed to the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student. Our mission at the Shasta County Office of Education, "To be leaders in educational excellence, offering support to schools and community to ensure Shasta County students receive a quality education preparing them for high school graduation and success in career and college". It is a mission we do not take lightly. We are accountable to our clients, not only in providing a quality education for our youth, but also in maintaining sound management practices and care in how we provide oversight to the 25 school districts in Shasta County. Together with the school district superintendents we have developed common goals centered around collaboration and support for all students throughout Shasta County. Core Values Service to and Engagement of school districts, and community partners and each other for the benefit of all students Hopeful and Helpful Aspire to improve and innovate Shared humor and joy Trustworthy Attract, hire, and retain the best employees

Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   

Purpose

The job of Executive Director - SELPA has several roles, which is to coordinate special education services among the LEA members of the SELPA in Shasta County; manage and assure implementation of the SELPA Local Plan; secure, receive and distribute SELPA funds to Local Educational Agencies and monitor compliance with the state and federal laws and regulations and SELPA policies and procedures; perform fiscal analysis of special education funding sources; and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

This job reports to the Assigned Administrator/Supervisor. 

Essential Functions

  • Attends and conducts a variety of meetings as assigned by the SELPA Governing Board, Program Advisory Council (PAC), and/or Finance Advisory Council (FAC) for the purpose of serving on assigned committees and preparing for and facilitating PAC, FAC, and other work groups as needed.
  • Communicates with other administrators, personnel, LEA members of the SELPA and outside organizations for the purpose of coordinating activities and programs, resolving issues and conflicts, and exchanging information.
  • Participates and serves as liaison on behalf of the Governance board and Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for the purpose of conveying, gathering information, enhancing and building community relationships, increasing parent awareness and developing recommendations to increase community awareness and involvement in activities for students with exceptional needs.
  • Coordinates and participates in the development of new or modified programs, procedures and approaches to the educational services in the SELPA for the purpose of providing administrative support to the SELPA and delivering services which conform to established guidelines.
  • Develops and monitors interagency agreements, Nonpublic School and State Agencies Master Contracts for the purpose of ensuring delivery of contracted services for LEA members of the SELPA, public and private agencies, other SELPAs, and non-public schools.
  • Directs the planning, implementation and evaluation of the SELPA programs and funding procedures for the purpose of providing services within established timeframes and in compliance with related requirements.
  • Mediates disagreements between SELPA member districts, parents and/or the County (e.g. program issues, contract terms funding level, staffing levels, procedural issues, etc.) for the purpose of resolving areas of conflict within the SELPA governance structure.
  • Monitors budget and grant allocations, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities for the SELPA for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
  • Oversees special education services and maintenance of efforts for all LEA members of the SELPA for the purpose of recommending, coordinating and implementing services that address instruction of all Shasta County students with exceptional needs.
  • Participates in special education fair hearings and mediations for the purpose of assisting LEA members of the SELPA prepare for hearings, and coordinating special education legal compliance services and reviews.
  • Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. interviewing, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, disciplinary actions, recommending terminations or transfers, providing professional development opportunities, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and ensuring department/program outcomes are achieved.
  • Prepares and maintains a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel as directed by the SELPA Board (e.g. SELPA forms, handbooks, state and federal mandated documents, fiscal reports, Annual Service and Budget Plan, interagency agreements, staff development materials, mental health expenditures, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and meeting mandated requirements.
  • Researches and shares interpretations of state and federal laws specific to procedures and programs in Special Education for the purpose of providing leadership and guidance regarding compliance requirements, communicating to others as needed, and developing/modifying/implementing policies and procedures based on the regulations.
  • Schedules and facilitates monthly or quarterly professional learning community meetings for Specialists (e.g. RST, Speech, SDS, Psychologists, etc.) for the purpose of improving student learning and increasing teacher collaboration.
  • Serves as a resource for the LEA members of the SELPA for the purpose of providing technical expertise, training, information and assistance regarding assigned functions as requested.

Other Functions

  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:  Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects;  developing effective working relationships; effectively interpreting and applying appropriate laws, codes, rules and regulations; formulating and executing decisions involving complex issues; administering personnel policies and procedures; and experience in an educational setting, including supervisory or administrative responsibilities in special education programs.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; standard business practices; program planning and development; effective instructional techniques; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and in depth knowledge of current legislation, programs and services for special education.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating effectively orally and in writing; communicating with persons of varied technical knowledge and backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; setting priorities, meeting deadlines and schedules; working with detailed information/data for summarizing and preparation for reports; applying logical processes and analytical skills; facilitating constructive and productive group interaction; drawing valid conclusions; generating a range of alternative solutions and course of action; meeting deadlines and schedules; working with multiple projects; and dealing with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; managing a department; supervising the use of funds. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling,   and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.  This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience      Job related experience within a specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Education        Masters degree in job-related area.

Equivalency    Possession of, or eligibility to obtain California Administrative Services Credential and five years of increasingly responsible experience in an educational setting, including supervisory or administrative responsibilities in special education programs.

The stated education and experience requirements are the preferred minimum qualifications for this job.   However, relevant experience to substitute for the education requirement and relevant education, certificates and/or licenses to substitute for the experience requirement may be allowed.  Experience at a school district level special education director or equivalent. 

Required Testing

Certificates

Performance Testing

 

Valid California Administrative Services Credential or eligibility to obtain
Valid California Driver’s License
Valid California Teaching Credential or Valid CA Pupil Personnel Services in School Psychology 

Continuing Educ./Training

Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

 

Department of Justice & FBI LiveScan Clearance
Pre-Placement Health Assessment
Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Clearance 

FLSA Status                                                    Approval Date                                              Salary Range

Exempt                                                                                                                                           34

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Application package should include: 1. Certificated Application online through EdJoin 2. Introductory/Cover letter 3. Resume' 4. 2 letters of recommendation (current within 2 years) 5. Copy of Valid CA Teaching credential (required) 6. Copy of Valid CA Administrative Services Credential or eligibilty to obtain (optional) 7. Copy of Master's degree or higher ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION.

  • Copy of Transcript (Transcript showing Master's or higher degree)
  • Credential Copy (Credential - CA Teaching Credential)
  • Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters of Recommendation (within last 2 years))
  • Resume (Resume')

    Application package should include: 1. Certificated Application online through EdJoin 2. Introductory/Cover letter 3. Resume' 4. 2 letters of recommendation (current within 2 years) 5. Copy of Valid CA Teaching credential (required) 6. Copy of Valid CA Administrative Services Credential or eligibilty to obtain (optional) 7. Copy of Master's degree or higher ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION.

    • Copy of Transcript (Transcript showing Master's or higher degree)
    • Credential Copy (Credential - CA Teaching Credential)
    • Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
    • Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters of Recommendation (within last 2 years))
    • Resume (Resume')

      Comments and Other Information

      Location: SELPA, 1524 Magnolia Ave., Redding, CA 8:00am-5:00pm (8 hours/day); 227 days Master's Degree Stipend $2,825/year or Doctorate Degree Stipend $3,725/year. Coordinate all special education services among the districts in Shasta County; manage and assure implementation of the SELPA Local Plan; secure, receive and distribute SELPA funds to Local Educational Agencies and monitor compliance with the state and federal laws and regulations and SELPA policies and procedures; perform fiscal analysis of special education funding sources; and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

      Comments and Other Information


      Location: SELPA, 1524 Magnolia Ave., Redding, CA 8:00am-5:00pm (8 hours/day); 227 days Master's Degree Stipend $2,825/year or Doctorate Degree Stipend $3,725/year. Coordinate all special education services among the districts in Shasta County; manage and assure implementation of the SELPA Local Plan; secure, receive and distribute SELPA funds to Local Educational Agencies and monitor compliance with the state and federal laws and regulations and SELPA policies and procedures; perform fiscal analysis of special education funding sources; and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.