Education Programs Consultant

Job Description and Duties

Working under general supervision of the Administrator in the Standards and Curricular Guidance Unit and the Director of the Curriculum Frameworks and Instructional Resources Division, the Education Programs Assistant/ Education Programs Consultant (EPA/EPC) will have primary responsibility for carrying out the following duties:

• Serve as lead for framework development projects, instructional materials adoptions, and/or model curriculum projects for subject areas as assigned

• Serve as staff support to the Instructional Quality Commission (IQC), Curriculum Framework and Evaluation Criteria Committees (CFCCs), Model Curriculum Advisory Committees (MCACs), and/or instructional materials adoption review panels

• Oversee the workload of the development team of analysts and support staff for each assigned project

• Serve as liaison to the IQC’s subject matter committees (SMCs) for each relevant project

• Organize SMC, CFCC, and MCAC meetings, adoption trainings and/or deliberations, develop meeting agendas, and provide materials and support the effective functioning of the CFCC, MCAC, or adoption review panels

• Participate in regular California Department of Education meetings, provide status reports as required by the division director and unit manager, and collaborate with other staff to address Department goals and initiatives

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Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

Special Requirements

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

1. Describe the state’s process for adopting curriculum frameworks, development of content standards, and instructional materials adoption.

2. Describe your experience with the Next Generation Science Standards, including how you have supported educators, schools, districts, or other educational partners in understanding and implementing three-dimensional science instruction.

3. Provide an example of your experience developing, reviewing, or implementing K–12 science curriculum, instructional materials, or assessment resources. In your response, describe how you ensured alignment to standards, instructional quality, and student learning needs.

4. Describe an instance in which you successfully led a medium- to long-term team project. Describe the project, the challenges you encountered, and why you feel you were successful.

5. How do you build and maintain relationships with colleagues, interest holders, and leadership?

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Individuals must take and pass an examination to obtain list eligibility for this classification. The examination bulletin can be found at the following link:    

• Classroom instruction experience in K–12 science content.

• Excellent writing and presentation skills

• Excellent project management and task-tracking skills

• Ability to facilitate small and large groups of stakeholders

• Experience in the process of instructional materials adoptions

• Ability to work independently and function as a team leader, and complete assignments

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website:  Benefits Summary

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
• DO NOT include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. List of approved agencies:
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.