Program Specialist, SELPA at Ventura County Office of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Ventura County SELPA Director: Family and School Collaboration, provides leadership and assistance to the Local Educational Agency (LEAs), families, and community agencies in the implementation of laws, regulations, and policies at the State, Federal, and SELPA level. The Program Specialist is responsible for assisting in the coordination and implementation of the continuum of services offered through SELPA for Dispute Resolution and other SELPA programs and services. The Program Specialist will serve as a liaison between SELPA, parent, and community groups, assisting the Ventura County SELPA Director with the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of methodologies for data collection and technical assistance in Local Plan implementation and with the statewide systems of support. Responsibilities also include organizing and providing training for all participants including district administrators and direct service personnel; assisting in legal compliance and data collection; lead and support district personnel in SELPA Information Records and Analysis (SIRAS) training, reports, and compliance. *2 positions available – One position is bilingual required*
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree or equivalent skills and work experience; major course work in special education OR related field and minimum five years educational experience required. Valid California Clear Special Education Teaching -OR- Pupil Personnel Services-School Psychology Services Credential, preferred. California Administrative Services Credential -OR- Certificate of Eligibility for the Administrative Services Credential, preferred. Prior experience in a special education leadership position, preferred. Experience planning and presenting staff development activities, preferred. Conflict resolution/mediation certificate preferred -OR- Completed within first year of employment LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires a valid California driver’s license. Some positions in this classification require the ability to speak, read, and write a designated second language - Spanish.
All application materials must be submitted with a VCOE application as a complete package. A complete application package must include the following:
- Certification (Bachelor's/Ma Degree copy - if applicable)
- Copy of Transcript ( Official Transcripts with conferral date will be required upon offer of employment, if applicable )
- Credential Copy (Teaching/Administrative Credential copy, if applicable)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters dated within the last 12 months **[LETTERS MUST BE DATED]**)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree or equivalent skills and work experience; major course work in special education OR related field and minimum five years educational experience required. Valid California Clear Special Education Teaching -OR- Pupil Personnel Services-School Psychology Services Credential, preferred. California Administrative Services Credential -OR- Certificate of Eligibility for the Administrative Services Credential, preferred. Prior experience in a special education leadership position, preferred. Experience planning and presenting staff development activities, preferred. Conflict resolution/mediation certificate preferred -OR- Completed within first year of employment LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires a valid California driver’s license. Some positions in this classification require the ability to speak, read, and write a designated second language - Spanish.
All application materials must be submitted with a VCOE application as a complete package. A complete application package must include the following:
- Certification (Bachelor's/Ma Degree copy - if applicable)
- Copy of Transcript ( Official Transcripts with conferral date will be required upon offer of employment, if applicable )
- Credential Copy (Teaching/Administrative Credential copy, if applicable)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters dated within the last 12 months **[LETTERS MUST BE DATED]**)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
**Please note Superintendent Policy # 3521.1**
Letters of Recommendation: Ventura County Office of Education letterhead and/or the name of the Office are not to be used by employees in providing letters of recommendation or other types of endorsement without the express review and approval of the Superintendent or appropriate branch Associate Superintendent. Please contact your supervisor for approval.
Ventura County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Comments and Other Information
**Please note Superintendent Policy # 3521.1**
Letters of Recommendation: Ventura County Office of Education letterhead and/or the name of the Office are not to be used by employees in providing letters of recommendation or other types of endorsement without the express review and approval of the Superintendent or appropriate branch Associate Superintendent. Please contact your supervisor for approval.
Ventura County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Deadline
6/30/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/21/2023
Contact
Jillian Ramos
805-383-9336
805-383-9336
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$420.39 - $572.44 Daily Rate
Length of Work Year
260 Total Paid Days
Employment Type
Full Time