Executive Director of SELPA and Special Services #3644 at Santa Rosa City Schools
About the Employer
Welcome to Santa Rosa City Schools where we embrace, engage and empower all students. Our vision is that SRCS will send students into the world empowered to find purpose, think critically, embrace diversity, work together, and adapt to our changing planet, and live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our mission is that SRCS ensures equitable access to a transformative educational experience grounded in the assets of our students, staff, and community. We nurture the whole student in an engaging, challenging, and safe environment. We recognize and value each student's individuality and our community's cultural wealth. As we prepare our students for their futures as citizens of the 21st century, we remain committed to hiring exceptional staff to lead and support this work. EMBRACE---ENGAGE---EMPOWER
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Executive Director of SELPA and Special Services is responsible for the strategic direction, governance, and operational integrity of special education and related services across the District and its multi-district SELPA (comprised of two districts under a shared administrative structure). This position ensures full compliance with federal law, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and California statutes and regulations, including Education Code §56000 et seq. and CCR Title 5, while advancing a unified system that delivers equitable, inclusive, and outcomes-driven services for students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (LRE). The Executive Director aligns policies, practices, and resources across both districts to function as a single, coherent system of service delivery under the SELPA Local Plan Additional other duties as assigned related to emergency, crisis and/or pandemic.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED: -Minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible leadership experience in special education, including district-level administration. -Master’s degree from an accredited college or university (Doctorate preferred). -Valid California Education Specialist or related services credential. -Valid California Administrative Services Credential. DESIRED: -Demonstrated experience in system-level leadership, preferably within a SELPA or multi-district structure.
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Intent)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters, signed and on letterhead)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED: -Minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible leadership experience in special education, including district-level administration. -Master’s degree from an accredited college or university (Doctorate preferred). -Valid California Education Specialist or related services credential. -Valid California Administrative Services Credential. DESIRED: -Demonstrated experience in system-level leadership, preferably within a SELPA or multi-district structure.
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of Intent)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters, signed and on letterhead)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
CONSIDERED A DISASTER SERVICE WORKER AND/OR ESSENTIAL WORKER DURING EMERGENCY, CRISIS AND/OR PANDEMIC.
If you are eligible for an Intern Credential, (or are a credential candidate), you are encouraged to apply.
Applications must be fully completed in order to be considered.
The Santa Rosa City Schools District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions, concerns, or complaints, contact the District Equity Compliance Officer and Title IX Compliance Officer:
(For Students) Stacy Desideri, Executive Director, Wellness & Engagement | 707-890-3800 x80413 | sdesideri@srcs.k12.ca.us
(For Employees) Vicki Zands, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources | 707-890-3800 x80602 | vzands@srcs.k12.ca.us
Section 504 Coordinator: Angela Bonner, School Psychologist | 707-890-3920 x80898 | abonner@srcs.k12.ca.us
ADA/Title II Coordinator: Roderick Castro, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services | 707-890-3800 x80305 | rcastro@srcs.k12.ca.us
110 Stony Point Road, Suite 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Comments and Other Information
CONSIDERED A DISASTER SERVICE WORKER AND/OR ESSENTIAL WORKER DURING EMERGENCY, CRISIS AND/OR PANDEMIC.
If you are eligible for an Intern Credential, (or are a credential candidate), you are encouraged to apply.
Applications must be fully completed in order to be considered.
The Santa Rosa City Schools District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics of race; color; ancestry; nationality; national origin; immigration status; ethnic group identification; ethnicity; age; religion; pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family, or marital status; reproductive health decision-making; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sex (including sexual harassment); sex stereotypes; sex characteristics; sexual orientation; gender; gender identity; gender expression; veteran or military status; genetic information; affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America; a perception of one or more such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions, concerns, or complaints, contact the District Equity Compliance Officer and Title IX Compliance Officer:
(For Students) Stacy Desideri, Executive Director, Wellness & Engagement | 707-890-3800 x80413 | sdesideri@srcs.k12.ca.us
(For Employees) Vicki Zands, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources | 707-890-3800 x80602 | vzands@srcs.k12.ca.us
Section 504 Coordinator: Angela Bonner, School Psychologist | 707-890-3920 x80898 | abonner@srcs.k12.ca.us
ADA/Title II Coordinator: Roderick Castro, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services | 707-890-3800 x80305 | rcastro@srcs.k12.ca.us
110 Stony Point Road, Suite 210, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Application Deadline
5/4/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/13/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$156,846 - $179,183 Annually
$156,846 - $179,183 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Additional $1,200 stipend for MA, Ph.D, Ed.D, BCLAD
Length of Work Year
Management 221 Work days 26/27 SY
Employment Type
Full Time
Position Number
3644
Location
Special Services
FTE or Hours
1.00 FTE