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Executive Director, Equity (ID 2809) at San Diego County Office Of Education

Application Deadline

4/27/2025 1:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
4/7/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$801.33 - $974.05 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Certificated Management M56: $179,498- $218,187 annually
Length of Work Year
224 days, 12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
6401 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111
ID
2809
Employee Benefits
This position is full-time and will offer the certificated management benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalSTRS state retirement system.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for an Executive Director, Equity for the Learning and Leadership Services division. Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Leadership Services, the Executive Director, Equity is responsible for directing services, education, training, initiatives, outreach, and supports for the County Office, school districts, charter schools, and community partners; providing system-wide, socially conscious leadership, to create inclusive and instructional environments that honor every students ability, race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, language and sexual orientation, ensuring that every student will be skilled and globally competitive.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education: A Master’s degree in educational leadership or closely related field. Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in site- and district-level settings successfully leading equity, diversity, belongingness, and/or cultural competency initiatives, and two (2) years of experience supervising the work of management and support staff. Equivalency: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in educational leadership or closely related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in site- and district-level settings successfully leading equity, diversity, be-longingness, and/or cultural competency initiatives, and two (2) year’s experience supervising the work of management and support staff.

Certificates, Licenses, and Credentials:

  • Valid CA Administrative Services Credential 
  • Valid CA Teaching Credential 
  • Valid CA Driver’s License


To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

  • Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation dated within the last year
  • Copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
  • Copy of valid California Teaching Credential 
  • Copy of transcripts of masters degree or above

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education: A Master’s degree in educational leadership or closely related field. Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in site- and district-level settings successfully leading equity, diversity, belongingness, and/or cultural competency initiatives, and two (2) years of experience supervising the work of management and support staff. Equivalency: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in educational leadership or closely related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in site- and district-level settings successfully leading equity, diversity, be-longingness, and/or cultural competency initiatives, and two (2) year’s experience supervising the work of management and support staff.

Certificates, Licenses, and Credentials:

  • Valid CA Administrative Services Credential 
  • Valid CA Teaching Credential 
  • Valid CA Driver’s License


To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

  • Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Two (2) Letters of Recommendation dated within the last year
  • Copy of valid California Administrative Services Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
  • Copy of valid California Teaching Credential 
  • Copy of transcripts of masters degree or above

Comments and Other Information

For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.

Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization
that works toward a future without boundaries for our students.
We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning,
offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

*Note: Valid California credentials are a requirement at the time of hire. If you do not possess the required California credentials, you may go to the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing website https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/out-of-state-app for details on meeting California’s requirements.

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. All required California Credentials (if applicable, as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing) must be confirmed prior to employment with SDCOE.


Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.


About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.

Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.

To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe

To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe


Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!

Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes

Comments and Other Information


For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff.

Join our amazing team!
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization
that works toward a future without boundaries for our students.
We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning,
offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

*Note: Valid California credentials are a requirement at the time of hire. If you do not possess the required California credentials, you may go to the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing website https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/out-of-state-app for details on meeting California’s requirements.

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. All required California Credentials (if applicable, as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing) must be confirmed prior to employment with SDCOE.


Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.


About SDCOE
The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county.

Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families.

To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/about-sdcoe

To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: https://www.sdcoe.net/work-sdcoe


Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview?
Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below!

Cover Letters
Letters of Reference
Preparing for an Interview
Resumes