Education Administrator I (Specialist)

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Deputy Superintendent of the Instruction, Building Educational Success Together Branch (BEST), the Education Administrator I (Specialist) oversees innovative programs designed to improve student achievement by closing the achievement and opportunities gaps. Programs include statewide guidance for curriculum and instruction; statewide student formative and summative assessments; continuous improvement activities at school, district, and county levels; statewide accountability; and educational data management and reporting.

Identify, analyze, and interpret key education program issues that impact the operation of educational programs across the divisions comprising the BEST. Direct or carry out special projects related to the implementation of policies and/or procedures for assessment, curriculum and instruction, state and federal accountability, continuous improvement, and data management and reporting. Gather and compile data for federal reports; provide clarification and guidance to divisions within the Branch on the requirements of such reports. Serve on interdepartmental committees or work groups charged with the task of examining federal and state policies and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

Support the work of the Deputy Superintendent. Develop, review, and/or revise policy/issue memoranda, position papers, bulletins or advisories. Review and edit State Board of Education (SBE) items to ensure alignment with current activities; occasionally write SBE items in collaboration with Division offices. Develop and resolve issues/problems, develop plans of action; prepare recommendations for the Deputy’s concurrence. Assist the Deputy by attending and presenting on their behalf at internal and external meetings, as needed. Provide Deputy with talking points.

Support the implementation of strategies to carry out policies and programs relating to the Department’s implementation of the California System of Support and the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and administrative duties.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

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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. A 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:

• This is a complex high-paced environment, describe how you use problem solving skills to meet deadlines and multitask
• Describe a system you set up to improve effiency, and steps you took to set up the system
• Describe your knowledge and/or experience analyzing critical work for accuracy, completeness, and following appropriate standards.
• Describe how you have collaborated in the past to achieve a goal in a complex project.

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:

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills

• Ability to communication clearly and collaborate effectively across divisions and with educational partners

• Ability to perform well under pressure with time-sensitive, high-priority projects

• Independent organizational skills to prioritize and multitask and produce high quality deliverables

• Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures in large departments

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, reliability, and punctuality

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, to include Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access

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:
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• 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:
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• 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.
  For assistance in completing the SOQ, we encourage you to watch the following video: