Coordinator - College and Career (ROP/CTE) at Merced County Office of Education
About the Employer
The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of College and Career, the Administrator of Career and Technical Education (ROP K-12) provides visionary leadership, direction, and oversight for Regional Occupational Program (ROP) and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs serving students in grades K-12. The Administrator plans, develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates high-quality career pathways and work-based learning opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, and industry credentials. The Administrator collaborates with school districts, postsecondary institutions, industry partners, workforce development organizations, and community agencies to expand equitable access to rigorous CTE programs aligned with regional workforce needs. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; overseeing and writing grants and categorical funding; supervising staff; managing budgets; supporting continuous program improvement; and leading strategic initiatives that promote student success and workforce readiness. The Administrator provides leadership in curriculum development, instructional quality, career pathway implementation, industry partnerships, professional development, and data-driven decision making. This position serves as a key resource to educational leaders, teachers, counselors, business partners, and community stakeholders while advancing the mission and goals of the Merced County Office of Education's College and Career Department.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered for an interview. The following information must be received before the deadline date for your application to be considered for this position: 1) COMPLETED Edjoin online application 2) Resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months) 4) ALL college degrees 5) Copy of your California credential (s) authorizing service in this area(s).
Education and/or Training: The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of classroom teaching experience. Two (2) years of experience with planning and providing professional development in the areas of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (TOSA, Coach, or Administrator role) for the content area of the position. Credentials and/or Skills: Requires a valid CA Teaching Credential OR; Requires a valid CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Hold a CA Administrative Services Credential by hire date. Requires a valid California driver’s license. DMV Driver Record printout upon hire. Experience: Five (5) years of classroom teaching experience. Two (2) years of experience with planning and providing professional development in the areas of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (TOSA, Coach, or Administrator role) for the content area of the position.
- Credential Copy (Please provide copies of ALL valid CA credential(s).)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Dated and signed within 18 months)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Please carefully review the attached job description for minimum requirements. Only candidates who meet minimum requirements and submit all required documentation will be considered for an interview. The following information must be received before the deadline date for your application to be considered for this position: 1) COMPLETED Edjoin online application 2) Resume 3) Three (3) recent letters of recommendation (signed and dated within the last 18 months) 4) ALL college degrees 5) Copy of your California credential (s) authorizing service in this area(s).
Education and/or Training: The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of classroom teaching experience. Two (2) years of experience with planning and providing professional development in the areas of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (TOSA, Coach, or Administrator role) for the content area of the position. Credentials and/or Skills: Requires a valid CA Teaching Credential OR; Requires a valid CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Hold a CA Administrative Services Credential by hire date. Requires a valid California driver’s license. DMV Driver Record printout upon hire. Experience: Five (5) years of classroom teaching experience. Two (2) years of experience with planning and providing professional development in the areas of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (TOSA, Coach, or Administrator role) for the content area of the position.
- Credential Copy (Please provide copies of ALL valid CA credential(s).)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Dated and signed within 18 months)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
All applicants will be contacted via e-mail.
If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Comments and Other Information
All applicants will be contacted via e-mail.
If you are experiencing difficulty submitting your Ed-Join application or scanning and attaching documents, you may contact EDJOIN HELP DESK at 1-888-900-8945, Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Application Deadline
8/3/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/20/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$136,030 - $156,099 Annually
$136,030 - $156,099 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on the 2025-2026 Certificated Management Salary Schedule
Length of Work Year
8 hours per day / 220 days per year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Thorington (1640 N Street, Merced)
Work Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
PC # :
2450