Director I - Community Schools Initiative at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
THE POSITION: The Director I, Community Schools Initiative, will provide leadership and coordination for the Community Schools Initiative (CSI) division. Under the direction of the CSI Director III, this position will provide leadership support for the Community Schools Initiative which aims to disrupt inequities and break the cycle of poverty by leveraging assets to transform schools into community hubs. The Director I will support with the development of interest in the community schools framework, including integrated supports, authentic parent and community engagement, expanded, enriched and culturally responsive instruction and collaborative leadership. This position will provide leadership in providing technical assistance for school districts. The Director I will work closely with school and school district leaders who are in the planning and implementation phases of community schools. This position will collaborate closely with key Los Angeles County departments, local city services as appropriate, community-based organizations, businesses and LACOE staff to build partnerships and a network of high-quality resources. The Director I will also provide and lead program evaluation, professional development, guidance, and collaboration with school districts, LACOE stakeholders, and as appropriate, external stakeholders - county and city departments, community-based organizations and businesses. The Director I will also help to oversee the operations and professional development of LACOE staff who are implementing Community Schools Initiative as practitioners in school districts across the county. Under general administrative direction, the Director I makes decisions of critical consequence, impacting daily operations of the division and has supervisory responsibility for planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the quality and quantity of the work performed by professional, technical, and clerical employees within the division. The Director I meets with s
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Comprehensive, directly related, and progressive experience, which includes three or more years as a teacher or support service provider and a minimum of five years of educational administrative experience. Administrative experience may include school, district and/or county-level administrative positions in K-12 education. Additional experience preferred. Education: A Master’s degree in education, social work, counseling or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. A doctoral degree is desirable. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential • Possess and maintain a valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (must attach credential with document number), and three current (within the past 12 months), dated and signed letters of recommendation with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors?by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Certification (Possess and maintain a valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential. - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated (within the past 12 months) and signed with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors by the deadline date. )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Comprehensive, directly related, and progressive experience, which includes three or more years as a teacher or support service provider and a minimum of five years of educational administrative experience. Administrative experience may include school, district and/or county-level administrative positions in K-12 education. Additional experience preferred. Education: A Master’s degree in education, social work, counseling or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. A doctoral degree is desirable. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential • Possess and maintain a valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (must attach credential with document number), and three current (within the past 12 months), dated and signed letters of recommendation with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors?by the deadline date. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application. (Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Certification (Possess and maintain a valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential. - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. )
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated (within the past 12 months) and signed with at least two from current and previous administrators/supervisors by the deadline date. )
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Comments and Other Information
The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) may provide Remote Work (RW) or an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) at the administrator's complete discretion. LACOE considers RW and AWS a practical alternative work arrangement in cases where the individual employee, the job's essential functions, the supervisor, and other considerations are well suited to such an arrangement. An example may include positions that do not provide direct services. Not all employees and jobs are suitable for RW or AWS. Request for RW or AWS may be submitted and reviewed by the authorized supervisor and denied or approved per the program's policy.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Application Deadline
2/16/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/2/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
(a) $10,633 (b) $11,059 (c) $11,501 (d) $11,961 (e) $12,439
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time