Coordinator, Student Programs & Services 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
Make a meaningful impact on student success as the Coordinator of Student Programs & Services with the Orange County Department of Education! In this vital support role, you’ll assist in overseeing the College & Career Preparatory Academy, a K-12 Adult Education program serving students ages 16-25. Collaborate with community organizations, design impactful workshops, and work alongside a dedicated team to deliver programs that enhance educational opportunities for students across the region. This position offers the opportunity to shape innovative programs, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and drive strategic goals that support student well-being. Leverage your expertise in program planning, staff development, and budget administration to make a difference in the lives of students and their families. Join a mission-driven team where your leadership and vision can create lasting change!
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: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, academic enrichment, and/or recreation programs, or a related field. • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in youth development programs, recreation, or school age child care programs or elementary or secondary 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 working with an adult education charter school high school diploma program. 2. Can you provide an example of how you’ve collaborated with other educators, partners and/or administrators to address the unique challenges of an adult education charter school program? 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: • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, academic enrichment, and/or recreation programs, or a related field. • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in youth development programs, recreation, or school age child care programs or elementary or secondary 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 working with an adult education charter school high school diploma program. 2. Can you provide an example of how you’ve collaborated with other educators, partners and/or administrators to address the unique challenges of an adult education charter school program? 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
2/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/5/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$10,053.51 - $12,247.92 Monthly
$10,053.51 - $12,247.92 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Management, Range 30: Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
220 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.