Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The California State Board of Education (SBE) is seeking a highly qualified and dynamic Education Administrator to serve as a vital support to the SBE Executive Director and the Senior Deputy Director. As an essential member of the team, you will contribute to shaping educational policies and initiatives that impact millions of students across the state. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record of leadership, innovation, and commitment to educational equity. Your expertise will play a crucial role in advancing our mission to ensure every student receives a high-quality education.

In this role, you will identify, analyze, and interpret key education policy issues that impact the operation of educational programs across the state; direct and/or carry out special projects per the direction of the SBE Executive Director and Senior Deputy Director; advise the Executive Director and State Board members and staff regarding the most sensitive, critical, or confidential issues pertaining to existing or developing policy and/or activities affecting TK-12 education in California; develop, review, and/or revise policy/issue memorandum, position papers, or advisors; prepare recommendations for the Executive Director and Senior Deputy Director's concurrence; assist the Executive Director and Senior Deputy Director on matters of sensitive and/or confidential nature; research and prepare talking points and PowerPoint presentations; perform administrative duties related to policies and workload of the SBE, including review of all documents for approval and providing recommendations regarding SBE policies and practice; and provide staff direction to the Department of Education.

This position offers a hybrid telework program, allowing you to work remotely when conducive to a telework environment. You will have the chance to participate in state-wide initiatives, provide leadership, and coordinate with the rest of the State Board of Education's board members and staff. Furthermore, you will play a vital role in charter school and early education policy work on behalf of the SBE, ensuring efficient operations and support for special assignments as requested.

This position requires a working knowledge of the State Board of Education, California Department of Education, and/or other State Education Agencies/California State Agencies processes and procedures.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for making a difference in the field of education, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to support and enhance educational initiatives across the state of California!

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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 physically reporting to the office.

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:

Experience with Government Bodies: Proven ability to navigate and collaborate within government organizations, including experience working effectively within bureaucratic structures and multi-level governance systems. A track record of successfully implementing initiatives within complex organizational frameworks.

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
• Other - Cover Letter

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