
Administrator, Community Schools at Orange County Department of Education
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic educator to serve as Administrator, Community Schools, Educational Services. This position will provide leadership and oversight for the district's Community Schools initiative. The Administrator, Community Schools will supervise a team that is responsible for implementing community school programs. The Administrator will bring leadership experience and expertise to guide the team in executing the Community Schools vision across the County.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, education administration, behavior management or a related field. * Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two years of administrative service in a public school or community setting. * Administrative Credential Preferred
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Community schools play a vital role in meeting the unique needs of the local community. How do you plan to tailor the Community Schools initiative to address the specific needs and challenges faced by Orange County residents and students? 2. Coaching and employee development are essential aspects of this role. Can you share your approach to coaching employees, setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and ensuring their understanding and growth in alignment with the Community Schools vision?
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, education administration, behavior management or a related field. * Five (5) years of increasingly responsible educational experience including two years of administrative service in a public school or community setting. * Administrative Credential Preferred
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Community schools play a vital role in meeting the unique needs of the local community. How do you plan to tailor the Community Schools initiative to address the specific needs and challenges faced by Orange County residents and students? 2. Coaching and employee development are essential aspects of this role. Can you share your approach to coaching employees, setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and ensuring their understanding and growth in alignment with the Community Schools vision?
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA