Project Specialist at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
This position will be assigned to the Career Advancement Charter: Under direction, participate in organizing and implementing assigned projects and programs for the County Office of Education. In collaboration with program leadership, project manage and monitor grant systems; establish efficient workflow processes, manage teacher and student databases, develop budget plans to ensure efficient spending, establish office policies and procedures around qualitative and quantitative data direction, provide data reports and presentations. The Project Specialist works closely with the entire Adult and Career Learning Team, applying data to increase and improve services for all students, support and improve grant funding, and work to identify and interrupt disparities.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social service or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is desirable. Experience: Two years of experience in the implementation of state or federally funded programs. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
Application Procedures: Applicants must submit a completed application and are encouraged to attach a résumé to the application material. Qualified applicants will be invited to a written examination (50%). Those passing the written examination will be invited to an oral examination covering the knowledge and skills required (50%). An eligibility list will be established and the top three ranks of candidates will be interviewed for final consideration and appointment. The eligibility list established will remain in effect for a period of six (6) months unless it no longer exists due to an insufficient number of available candidates. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social service or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is desirable. Experience: Two years of experience in the implementation of state or federally funded programs. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
Application Procedures: Applicants must submit a completed application and are encouraged to attach a résumé to the application material. Qualified applicants will be invited to a written examination (50%). Those passing the written examination will be invited to an oral examination covering the knowledge and skills required (50%). An eligibility list will be established and the top three ranks of candidates will be interviewed for final consideration and appointment. The eligibility list established will remain in effect for a period of six (6) months unless it no longer exists due to an insufficient number of available candidates. If an applicant needs reasonable accommodation, we must be informed prior to the administration of the test.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: Employees assigned to this schedule are entitled to receive vision, dental and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Employees have a choice between various medical plans. Each plan may have an employee premium contribution amount for which the employee can utilize a tax sheltered Section 125 Plan. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS members are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan. The employee also receives long-term disability insurance and life insurance. For more information please review the Classified Summary of the Benefits Administration Page on the Santa Cruz County Office of Education website or read it on the link to the right under Links Related to this Job.
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education provides an Associate Degree stipend of $375, a Bachelor’s Degree stipend of $750 or a Master's Degree stipend of $1,500 per year for eligible employees. Degree stipend is prorated based upon full time equivalent.
Comments and Other Information
Benefits: Employees assigned to this schedule are entitled to receive vision, dental and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Employees have a choice between various medical plans. Each plan may have an employee premium contribution amount for which the employee can utilize a tax sheltered Section 125 Plan. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS members are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan. The employee also receives long-term disability insurance and life insurance. For more information please review the Classified Summary of the Benefits Administration Page on the Santa Cruz County Office of Education website or read it on the link to the right under Links Related to this Job.
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education provides an Associate Degree stipend of $375, a Bachelor’s Degree stipend of $750 or a Master's Degree stipend of $1,500 per year for eligible employees. Degree stipend is prorated based upon full time equivalent.
Application Deadline
10/4/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/2/2021
Contact
Karina Mendez
(831) 466-5754
(831) 466-5754
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$4,495 to $4,933 per month on the 2021-2022 Classified Salary Schedule. (Salary range placement depends on education/experience.)
Length of Work Year
40 hours per week/ 12 months per year/ 1 FTE
Employment Type
Full Time