Executive Director, Charter Schools (ID 2842) - PROMOTIONAL ONLY at San Diego County Office 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.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for an Executive Director, Charter Schools for the Charter School Services department of the Business Services division. The job of Executive Director, Charter Schools is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and directing the charter school oversight activities and operations for the San Diego County Office of Education; directing the charter school authorization process; researching and tracking data and legislation pertaining to Charter Schools; functioning as the liaison to the County Office for school and community charter school petitioners; and serving as a primary resource for charter school issues across San Diego County. ABOUT CHARTER SCHOOL SERVICES The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) ensures organizational efficiency by developing and administering oversight for the 11 SDCOE-authorized charter schools. The County Office also provides technical assistance and training to San Diego County charter schools and school districts related to charter school oversight, operations, and legal requirements. PLEASE NOTE: This is a PROMOTIONAL opportunity. Consideration will be given to PERMANENT SDCOE EMPLOYEES only.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires the following Education and Experience: Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field; and, Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the areas of school budgets and curriculum; and program development and implementation in public or government entities, including two years of experience supervising and evaluating staff. - OR - Equivalency: A combination of experience and education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the areas of school budgets and curriculum, program development and implementation in public or government entities, including two years of experience supervising and evaluating staff.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application: • Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position • Letter of Introduction • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation dated within the last year • Copies of transcripts or degree with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field • Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is exhausted.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires the following Education and Experience: Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field; and, Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the areas of school budgets and curriculum; and program development and implementation in public or government entities, including two years of experience supervising and evaluating staff. - OR - Equivalency: A combination of experience and education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the areas of school budgets and curriculum, program development and implementation in public or government entities, including two years of experience supervising and evaluating staff.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application: • Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position • Letter of Introduction • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation dated within the last year • Copies of transcripts or degree with major course work in education, administration studies, or a related field • Copies of any certifications you wish to be considered The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is exhausted.
Comments and Other Information
For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.
Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!
Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.
Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.
To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe
To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe
Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!
Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes
Comments and Other Information
For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.
Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!
Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.
Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.
To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe
To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe
Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!
Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes
Application Deadline
5/16/2025 1:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/5/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$14,958.25 - $18,182.33 Monthly
$14,958.25 - $18,182.33 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Management Grade M056: $179,499 - $218,188 Annually
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
6401 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA, 92111
ID
2842
Employee Benefits
This position is full-time and will offer the classified Management benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalPERS state retirement system.
Anticipated Field
07/01/2025
Promotional Only
Consideration will be given to PERMANENT SDCOE EMPLOYEES only.