Coordinator, PBIS at Orange County Department of Education
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
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Coordinator to lead countywide efforts that foster positive, inclusive, and equitable learning environments for students. In this leadership role, you will provide high-quality professional learning, coaching, and technical assistance to Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to support the implementation and expansion of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Working collaboratively with educators, administrators, and community partners, you will drive continuous improvement through training, program development, compliance oversight, and strategic planning, helping schools strengthen student outcomes and school climate.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • A Master’s degree in education, education administration, behavior management, special education, applied behavior analysis, or a related field. • Five (5) years of educational experience, including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or services in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience implementing or leading Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). What strategies did you use to improve student outcomes and school climate? 2. This position requires collaboration with school districts, county departments, and community partners. Describe a collaborative project that resulted in improved services or student outcomes for your site or district. Answering supplemental questions give applicants the opportunity to expand on relevant background and helps us better screen applicant qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications, including omission to supplemental questions, could possibly result in not being considered further in the recruitment process for this position. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • A Master’s degree in education, education administration, behavior management, special education, applied behavior analysis, or a related field. • Five (5) years of educational experience, including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or services in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience implementing or leading Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). What strategies did you use to improve student outcomes and school climate? 2. This position requires collaboration with school districts, county departments, and community partners. Describe a collaborative project that resulted in improved services or student outcomes for your site or district. Answering supplemental questions give applicants the opportunity to expand on relevant background and helps us better screen applicant qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications, including omission to supplemental questions, could possibly result in not being considered further in the recruitment process for this position. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Once you have submitted your application, you cannot go back and make changes. If you need to make changes, you will need to withdraw your application and resubmit prior to the deadline. For any further questions in regards to the position or recruitment process, please contact our office at: (714) 966-4919
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.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application. Once you have submitted your application, you cannot go back and make changes. If you need to make changes, you will need to withdraw your application and resubmit prior to the deadline. For any further questions in regards to the position or recruitment process, please contact our office at: (714) 966-4919
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.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/11/2026
Contact
Sofia Budde
714-966-4035
714-966-4035
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$587.65 - $716.02 Daily
$587.65 - $716.02 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management, Range 32: Placement based on education and experience.
Length of Work Year
210 days/12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for 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.