EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT at California Department of Education
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties
Reviews and analyzes special education complaint letters and requests, and determines potential allegations of potential violations of federal and state special education laws and regulations. As part of the investigation process reviews and analyzes evidence; contacts both complainant and local educational agency (LEA) staff; develops “requests for information”; and completes investigation reports following required standard language and procedures which include specific statements, findings of fact, conclusions, and corrective actions specific to each allegation within the required timelines. Researches and applies special education requirements to alleged violations. As appropriate, consults with other special education staff or other Department staff regarding allegations, legal requirements, and corrective actions. There may be on-site visits.
On a daily basis reviews, analyzes and edits colleagues’ investigation reports and provides feedback using second/third read checklists within the required timelines. Writes, reviews, and edits documents and electronic files, including reports and correspondence related to complaints; researches, reviews, and analyzes relevant materials; and prepares written responses to letters and other inquiries by parents, advocates, LEA staff and other members of the public. Reviews and analyzes reconsideration requests as necessary and writes response letters to requesters. All duties must be completed within the required, federal program timelines. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
All employees are expected to work cooperatively with others, maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, possess integrity, initiative, dependability and good judgement. This is a public service position where it is expected that all employees listen to, and communicate with, callers with respect.
The Education Programs Assistant level, with mentoring and a higher level of assistance to the incumbent, is an option. Duty Statements for both the Education Programs Consultant and Assistant levels are attached.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is remote-centered for eligible applicants residing in California; up to three days per week telework and up to two days per week in the office.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-378288
Position #(s):
174-663-2656-XXX
Working Title:
Special Education Investigator
Classification:
EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT
$7,538.00 - $9,435.00 A
EDUCATION PROGRAMS ASSISTANT
$5,411.00 - $6,769.00 A
$6,532.00 - $8,176.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Special Education Division
Department Information
The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.
http://www.cde.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education)
NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to:
California Department of Education
Examination and Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Education Programs Consultant:
https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=8ED4A
Education Programs Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=5EDAA
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/26/2023Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Education
Attn: C&P PC 2766/JC-378288
1430 N Street, Ste. 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Education
Attn: C&P PC 2766/JC-378288
1430 N Street (Lobby Drop-Off Box)
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications -
Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
Please explain why you feel you are the best candidate for the position of a special education investigator.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Must be able to handle assertive or aggressive public contacts, and must be able to let supervisors know about such contacts.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Sharde Pickens
(916) 319-0467
spickens@cde.ca.gov
Sharde Pickens
(916) 319-0467
spickens@cde.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Information
- How to Apply for state jobs: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx
- Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers Account is highly recommended.
- Important: Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareers Account.
- DO NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
- Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
- In order for experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including the “From” and “To” employment dates, “Hours Per Week”, employer contact information, and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” (Resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678).
- If you choose to not submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), please use the revised 12/2021 version.
- If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
Requirements / Qualifications
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: Please explain why you feel you are the best candidate for the position of a special education investigator.
Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education) NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814 Education Programs Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=8ED4A Education Programs Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=5EDAA
Requirements / Qualifications
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: Please explain why you feel you are the best candidate for the position of a special education investigator.
Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education) NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814 Education Programs Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=8ED4A Education Programs Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=5EDAA