Director IV - Special Education at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plans, organizes, controls, and directs the overall operation, management, and administration of the Special Education Department; develops, implements, and evaluates program policies and procedures; develops, administers and monitors the department budget; resolves conflicts among staff, groups, agencies and parents; provides support and training for districts; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel. Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to a master’s degree in education or related field, six (6) years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of special education programs, and five (5) years teaching experience or working with individuals with exceptional needs. Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid California Administrative Services Credential - Valid Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or equivalent credential; - Valid Special Education Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential; - Valid California driver's license
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Copy of a valid California driver's license PLEASE NOTE: - Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. - At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Human Resources
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to a master’s degree in education or related field, six (6) years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of special education programs, and five (5) years teaching experience or working with individuals with exceptional needs. Licenses and Other Requirements - Valid California Administrative Services Credential - Valid Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or equivalent credential; - Valid Special Education Credential or Pupil Personnel Services Credential; - Valid California driver's license
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, dated within one year of the application, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) - Copy of a valid California driver's license PLEASE NOTE: - Candidates seeking employment with SCCOE may not proceed with the onboarding process until they provide written confirmation that they have been formally released from their contract. - At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
The application and materials must be received by application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Santa Clara County Office of Education
Human Resources
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES:
Following the final filing date, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview tentatively scheduled for October 20, 2026. Scheduled dates are subject to change as deemed necessary by Human Resources.
Candidates will be invited over email, using the email supplied within their EdJoin.org applications. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Comments and Other Information
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES:
Following the final filing date, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview tentatively scheduled for October 20, 2026. Scheduled dates are subject to change as deemed necessary by Human Resources.
Candidates will be invited over email, using the email supplied within their EdJoin.org applications. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline
10/8/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/24/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$183,414.24 - $234,088.32 Annually
$183,414.24 - $234,088.32 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Pay dependent on experience
Length of Work Year
12 Months / 260 Days
Employment Type
Full Time