Education Programs Consultant PC 5073 at California Department of Education
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Job Description and Duties
Under general supervision of the Education Administrator I of the Dispute Resolution Investigation Unit I, the Associate Director of the Office of Dispute Resolution, and Associate Directors and Director of the Special Education Division, the Education Programs Consultant investigates complaints of potential special education violations. As part of the investigative process the consultant works collaboratively with colleagues from each of the Dispute Resolution Investigation units to open complaints and provide technical assistance to colleagues and interest holders throughout California. The consultant also works with other division staff responsible for monitoring compliance.
Reviews and analyzes complaint letters and requests and determines allegations of alleged violations of federal and state special education laws and regulations. As part of the investigation process reviews and analyzes evidence; contacts both complainant and local educational agency (LEA) staff; develops “request for information”; and completes an investigation report following required standard language and procedures which includes specific statements, findings of fact conclusions and corrective actions specific to each allegation within the required timelines. Researches and applies special education requirements to alleged violations. As appropriate, consults with monitoring staff or other Department staff regarding allegations, legal requirements, and corrective actions. Investigations may include on-site visits consisting of meetings with parents, advocates, and LEA staff, and classroom or program visits.
On a daily basis, conducts second or third reads (reviews, analyzes and edits) of colleagues’ investigation reports and provides feedback using second/third read checklist within the required timelines.
Writes, reviews, and edits documents and electronic files, including reports and correspondence related to complaints; researches, reviews, and analyzes relevant materials; and prepares written responses to letters and other inquiries by parents, advocates, LEA staff and others. Reviews and analyzes reconsideration requests as necessary and writes response letters to requesters.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Ability to work independently & as a team member; knowledge of state and federal education laws, statutes, rules, policies, and procedures pertaining to special education; work experience with local education agencies, school districts, & parents; strong analytical, organizational, & problem-solving skills, skills; ability to establish effective working relationships and the ability to exercise tact, resourcefulness, and good judgement with all interest holders; ability to multi-task, exercise initiative, independence, research and evaluate complex issues and data, determine outcomes, present findings to support recommendations; strong effective written, oral communication; ability to handle unwelcome communications; ability to remain focused and unbiased while reading technical documents; and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Nina Reyes
(916) 322-0371
SEDPersonnel@cde.ca.gov
Nina Reyes
(916) 322-0371
SEDPersonnel@cde.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
Requirements / Qualifications
Examination Information To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below: Education Programs Consultant: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2870 Education Programs Assistant: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2049 NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814
Required Application Package Documents Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: Please describe your qualifications and experience related to the Education Programs Consultant/Assistant position in the Dispute Resolution Investigation Unit.
Requirements / Qualifications
Examination Information To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below: Education Programs Consultant: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2870 Education Programs Assistant: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2049 NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to: California Department of Education Examination and Recruitment Office 1430 N Street, Suite 1802 Sacramento, CA 95814
Required Application Package Documents Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: Please describe your qualifications and experience related to the Education Programs Consultant/Assistant position in the Dispute Resolution Investigation Unit.