Project Manager, Educational Services 11/2024 at Orange County Department of Education
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
The Career Education Unit in Orange County is dedicated to empowering educators with programs that include teacher and administrator credentialing, induction, and leadership for teachers and counselors. We also champion college and career readiness through integrated academics, project-based learning, business internships, and career guidance, ensuring that students are equipped for future success. We are seeking a dynamic Project Manager for Career Education in our Educational Services Division. This critical role is centered on advancing college and career readiness through the integration and enhancement of work-based learning opportunities. The Project Manager will collaborate with team members to manage and support various education programs and services, ensuring a seamless blend of academic learning with practical, real-world experiences. This position is key to fostering educational initiatives that prepare students for the workforce and higher education. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Project Leadership: Lead and assist in the implementation of project objectives, metrics, and strategic plans, ensuring alignment with OCDE's overall goals. • Collaboration and Support: Work closely with team members, district staff, and community groups, providing essential technical assistance related to each project. • Promoting College and Career Readiness: Focus efforts on initiatives that enhance students' preparedness for post-secondary education and career opportunities. • Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans, that project goals are met effectively and efficiently. • Technical Assistance and Support: Offer crucial technical guidance to group members, district staff, and community organizations engaged in project-related activities. • Lead and advance OCDE's mission in career education by applying leadership, organizational, and collaborative skills to effectively manage and drive various educational projects forward.
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: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, and organizational management. • Three (3) years of experience in program management, public relations, or community outreach programs related to education.
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. Describe your experience in developing or supporting career education programs. How did you contribute to the creation or improvement of such programs, and what were the outcomes? Please provide specific examples, including any relevant experience working with school districts, businesses, or community partners. 2. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including school districts, businesses, and community organizations. Can you share an example of a time when you successfully collaborated with multiple partners to achieve a common goal? How did you manage differing priorities and ensure a successful outcome? 3. In this position, you will be expected to maintain records, prepare reports, and evaluate program effectiveness. Please describe your experience with data collection, report preparation, and program evaluation. How have you used data to assess program success or make improvements? Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.
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: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, and organizational management. • Three (3) years of experience in program management, public relations, or community outreach programs related to education.
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. Describe your experience in developing or supporting career education programs. How did you contribute to the creation or improvement of such programs, and what were the outcomes? Please provide specific examples, including any relevant experience working with school districts, businesses, or community partners. 2. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including school districts, businesses, and community organizations. Can you share an example of a time when you successfully collaborated with multiple partners to achieve a common goal? How did you manage differing priorities and ensure a successful outcome? 3. In this position, you will be expected to maintain records, prepare reports, and evaluate program effectiveness. Please describe your experience with data collection, report preparation, and program evaluation. How have you used data to assess program success or make improvements? Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.
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
Application Deadline
11/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/13/2024
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$8,230.00 - $10,029.00 Monthly
$8,230.00 - $10,029.00 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Management, Range 21: Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
225 Days/12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.