Program Specialist, Ed Services (Career Ed & Workforce Dev.) at Orange County Department 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.
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Orange County Department of Education is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Specialist, Educational Services to strengthen and expand educational opportunities through professional learning, curriculum development, and program implementation support. This role will focus on Career Technical Education (CTE), CTE teacher credentialing, and career readiness/workforce development initiatives within Career Education, partnering with local districts and industry to prepare students for success in both college and career. As Program Specialist, you will help shape program goals, support curriculum pilots, facilitate network meetings, and collaborate with schools, industry partners, community organizations, and public agencies to deliver high-quality, impactful services. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong background in curriculum and instruction, educational programming, and supporting career-focused initiatives. You will provide direct support to management, ensure compliance with program guidelines and oversee reporting requirements. If you excel in communication, strategic planning, and relationship-building with districts and industry partners, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a lasting difference for students, educators, and communities across the county. An Eligibility List will be established for this position.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or a related field. Experience: Three (3) years of educational experience in educational program or an equivalent combination of training and experience. K-12 teaching experience preferred. Credential: A valid California teaching or service credential appropriate to the assignment.
Requirements for Consideration Completed Edjoin application - Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in education or a related field. Experience: Three (3) years of educational experience in educational program or an equivalent combination of training and experience. K-12 teaching experience preferred. Credential: A valid California teaching or service credential appropriate to the assignment.
Requirements for Consideration Completed Edjoin application - Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
BENEFITS:
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for our employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
The Orange County Department of Education’s employment practices shall be free from discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, physical or mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
BENEFITS:
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for our employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
The Orange County Department of Education’s employment practices shall be free from discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, physical or mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
9/20/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/9/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$541.806 - $660.100 Daily
$541.806 - $660.100 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 27; commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Length of Work Year
210 Days/12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time