Project Director III, 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 Project Director III, Community Schools Initiative (CSI), will provide leadership and coordination for the technical assistance, specialized, consultative, and support to school district and school site leaders as it relates to the planning and implementation of the community schools framework, particularly in supporting the coordination of county-level governmental, non profit community-based organizations, and other external partnerships to support community school implementation. 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 Project Director III will support with the development of interest in and engagement around 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 the provision of technical assistance for school districts and schools. The Project Director III will work closely with school and school district leaders who are in the planning and implementation phases of community schools. Under general administrative direction, the Project Director III makes decisions of critical consequence, impacting daily operations of the coordination and technical assistance for the implementation of community schools. This position has supervisory responsibility for planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the quality and quantity of the work performed by management, technical, and clerical employees within the division.
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 three 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 (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. Internal and external applicants, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. • Possess and maintain valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your current or most recent supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin.
- Certificate Copy (Possess and maintain valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current, dated and signed letters of recommendation)
- Other (Cover Letter)
- 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 three 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 (Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application. Internal and external applicants, please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.): • Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. • Possess and maintain valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your current or most recent supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin.
- Certificate Copy (Possess and maintain valid K-12 Teaching Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid Administrative Services Credential. Please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current, dated and signed letters of recommendation)
- Other (Cover Letter)
- 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) 922-6153.
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) 922-6153.
Application Deadline
6/15/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/1/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
(a) $128,568 (b) $133,716 (c) $139,068 (d) $144,624 (e) $150,408
Length of Work Year
Twelve months. Duty year is July 1- June 30.
Employment Type
Full Time