Family Provider Specialist II - Bilingual English/Spanish 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 direction of the assigned supervisor, the Family Provider Specialist II assists child care providers in navigating and providing support to enrolled, subsidized families receiving child care. Works with child care providers using bilingual language skills to determine rates and levels of service, and provides ongoing support with reimbursements and family-oriented matters. Assists families with child care referrals and selecting quality child care providers. Facilitates and/or conducts workshops and training for current and prospective child care providers on the business of operating a child care facility and early learning concepts. Provides outreach in the form of materials and discussion about child care services, and plans and attends community events.
Requirements / Qualifications
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) a completed Ed-Join on-line application form 2) brief resume 3) 3 Letters of Recommendation (3 recent letters; DATED & SIGNED within the last 18 months) All applicants will be contacted via email through EdJoin. Upon hire, must provide: • Proof of High school diploma or recognized equivalent • Proof of CA driver's license • DMV H6 printout • Proof of auto insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: This position requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and two years of experience working with children and families in a child care, social services or related field. Must be bilingual in the language of the families being served. English/Spanish Credentials and/or Skills: Bilingual English and Spanish. Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers including Word, Excel, Outlook and database software applications. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV printout required.
Requirements / Qualifications
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS: The following information must be received before the deadline date in order for your application to be considered for this position: 1) a completed Ed-Join on-line application form 2) brief resume 3) 3 Letters of Recommendation (3 recent letters; DATED & SIGNED within the last 18 months) All applicants will be contacted via email through EdJoin. Upon hire, must provide: • Proof of High school diploma or recognized equivalent • Proof of CA driver's license • DMV H6 printout • Proof of auto insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: This position requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and two years of experience working with children and families in a child care, social services or related field. Must be bilingual in the language of the families being served. English/Spanish Credentials and/or Skills: Bilingual English and Spanish. Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers including Word, Excel, Outlook and database software applications. Strong oral and written communication skills. Proof of valid CA driver’s license and minimum amount of liability insurance required by law. DMV printout required.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, employee candidate will be required to provide either proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish the candidate’s eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code states that no person shall work in the public schools until they have been fingerprinted and cleared through the Department of Justice. (QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, MALE OR FEMALE, FROM ALL RACES, RELIGIONS, CULTURAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.) As an equal opportunity employer, we intend to meet all obligations under state and federal law pertaining to employment including, but not limited to, any obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate persons with disabilities.
Application Deadline
9/13/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/31/2026
Contact
Melissa Reyes
209-381-6619
209-381-6619
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
30.25 - 34.72 Per Hour
30.25 - 34.72 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Maximum entry salary is step 3 at $32.41 per hour
Length of Work Year
261 days per year, 8 hours per day
Employment Type
Full Time
Location:
1850 Wardrobe Ave., Merced, CA 958341
Hours:
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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