Executive Director – Early Learning and Family Services at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Superintendent, provide overall leadership, administration, and coordination of the Early Education departmental operations, services and programs; coordinate and direct communications, resources, fiscal functions, instructional services and personnel to assure smooth and efficient department activities leading to quality programs, student learning, family services, program growth, and community collaboration. Inspire professional growth of department staff. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. This position is designated as Senior Management of the Classified Service under EC 45108.5.
Requirements / Qualifications
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) a completed Ed-Join on-line application form 2) brief resume 3) three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) 4) copy of transcripts or degree 5) any related certifications If unable to attach required documents with your application, you may fax to (209)381-6768, or drop off at 632 W 13th St, Merced, ROOM C2. Make sure to indicate the position you are applying for under a subject line & ATTN: Dorothy Dunbar. Upon hire, must provide: TB clearance Official Transcripts DMV H6 printout Proof of auto insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: The position requires a Master’s Degree in Child Development, Educational Administration and Supervision, or related discipline and a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible administrative experience including a minimum of five (5) years in early care education and family services management or a combination of related work experience and executive leadership at the Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent level. View attached job description for complete details. Licenses and Certificates: Hold or qualify for a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or higher permit level preferred.
Requirements / Qualifications
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) a completed Ed-Join on-line application form 2) brief resume 3) three (3) recent letters of recommendation (SIGNED and DATED within the last 18 months) 4) copy of transcripts or degree 5) any related certifications If unable to attach required documents with your application, you may fax to (209)381-6768, or drop off at 632 W 13th St, Merced, ROOM C2. Make sure to indicate the position you are applying for under a subject line & ATTN: Dorothy Dunbar. Upon hire, must provide: TB clearance Official Transcripts DMV H6 printout Proof of auto insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: The position requires a Master’s Degree in Child Development, Educational Administration and Supervision, or related discipline and a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible administrative experience including a minimum of five (5) years in early care education and family services management or a combination of related work experience and executive leadership at the Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent level. View attached job description for complete details. Licenses and Certificates: Hold or qualify for a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or higher permit level preferred.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
5/22/2023 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/4/2023
Contact
Dorothy Dunbar
209-381-5154
209-381-5154
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$179,343 - $201,843 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 months per year, 8 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Merced
HOURS
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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