
Manager, Career Technical Education Programs at Santa Barbara County Education Office
About the Employer
The Santa Barbara County Education Office provides services and leadership to 20 public school districts and 10 charter schools. SBCEO offers programs and services in support of nearly 70,000 children throughout Santa Barbara County - from Santa Barbara to Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Orcutt, and Santa Maria.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Lead Programs that Launch Futures! Join a mission-driven team committed to preparing students and adult learners for success in high-demand careers. As the Manager, Career Technical Education Programs, you’ll oversee innovative initiatives like apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, and dual enrollment. This is your chance to build meaningful partnerships, secure funding through grant writing, and make a direct impact through professional learning and program leadership. If you’re organized, collaborative, and ready to champion career readiness across Santa Barbara County, we invite you to apply!
Requirements / Qualifications
A typical way to qualify for this classification would be: Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in education; nonprofit, public, or business administration; human resources; or related field. Experience: Two years of experience in educational or nonprofit administration or related field that included two or more of the following: program development, program review, data collection and analysis, grant writing, budget management, group facilitation, and management of volunteers or sub-contractors. Experience in the following areas is preferred: • early childhood education or other educational setting • successful grant writing. Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience that provide the required knowledge and abilities will also be considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
A typical way to qualify for this classification would be: Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in education; nonprofit, public, or business administration; human resources; or related field. Experience: Two years of experience in educational or nonprofit administration or related field that included two or more of the following: program development, program review, data collection and analysis, grant writing, budget management, group facilitation, and management of volunteers or sub-contractors. Experience in the following areas is preferred: • early childhood education or other educational setting • successful grant writing. Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience that provide the required knowledge and abilities will also be considered.
Comments and Other Information
Compensation
$104,093 - $126,825 per year; 4% increase scheduled for July 1 and salary step increase upon successful completion of 12-month probationary period.
Exceptional health benefits (with an option that is no cost to the employee) and a defined-benefit pension plan (California Public Employees’ Retirement System).
This position is grant-funded through the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 fiscal year, with a target start date of July 1, 2025. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of ongoing funding.
This position requires regular travel throughout Santa Barbara County. Mileage reimbursement is provided in accordance with SBCEO policies.
Comments and Other Information
Compensation
$104,093 - $126,825 per year; 4% increase scheduled for July 1 and salary step increase upon successful completion of 12-month probationary period.
Exceptional health benefits (with an option that is no cost to the employee) and a defined-benefit pension plan (California Public Employees’ Retirement System).
This position is grant-funded through the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 fiscal year, with a target start date of July 1, 2025. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of ongoing funding.
This position requires regular travel throughout Santa Barbara County. Mileage reimbursement is provided in accordance with SBCEO policies.