Job Summary

Under the direction of the Superintendent, oversee and support the following departments: CodeStack, Teachers College of San Joaquin, Early Education and Support, Comprehensive Health, STEM; as well as, Continuous Improvement and Support, and all other Educational Services departments and programs. Provide support and direction for YOUniversity.

Essential Functions

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:

1. Work effectively with school districts, community organizations, government agencies, parents, students, and/or staff.
2. Maintain confidentiality on issues concerning program and staff.
3. Supervise and evaluate staff.
4. Participate, coordinate, or conduct a variety of meetings, staff development, committees, trainings, workshops, and/or conferences in order to present materials and information concerning department programs, services, operations, and activities. Represent the SJCOE at local, regional, and state meetings, conferences, in-services, boards, councils, and events.
5. Maintain current knowledge and interpret applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, state and federal laws, codes, and regulations
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
8. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
9. Work independently with little direction.
10. Meet schedules and timelines.
11. Prepare reports as needed for program.
12. Maintain full knowledge of budgets and provide supervision of the fiscal functions. 
13. Develop, update, and implement policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the SJCOE.
14. Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet and the Administrative Council. 
15. Assume additional duties and responsibilities as necessary assigned by the County Superintendent of Schools.

Essential Leadership Qualities:

1. Is committed to continuous personal and professional development. Values and promotes educational and professional learning opportunities for others.
2. Embraces challenges, learns from feedback, and encourages innovative thinking and risk-taking. Advocates for continuous improvement in processes, products, and services.
3. Inspires others. Leads with empathy and understanding, recognizes the human aspect of leadership, and actively seeks, recognizes, and incorporates diverse perspectives.
4. Commits to the highest personal and professional standards for oneself and others, ensuring accountability at all levels.
5. Actively listens to the needs and concerns of others, engages with genuine curiosity. Effectively guides discussions and group activities, ensuring productive outcomes. Actively works to empower others. Maintains confidentiality.
6. Communicates openly, effectively, and honestly both orally and in writing, fostering trust and motivation toward common goals. Ensures clear, precise, and timely communication, particularly in goals, expectations, and feedback.
7. Analyze situations accurately. Implements strategies that achieve goals, aligning team efforts with organizational values.
8. Builds a strong team culture, working effectively across departments to foster teamwork and mutual success.
9. Skillfully navigates change with confidence and composure.
10. Shows willingness to admit mistakes, share challenges faced, and consistently demonstrates strong ethical values.
11. The ability to see that multiple perspectives and alternatives can coexist harmoniously rather than in conflict with one another. The ability to seek and explore a third alternative in which multiple perspectives come together.

Possess a Master’s Degree and a valid California Administrative Services Credential. Seven years of work experience in educational administration with a school district and/or county office of education.

About San Joaquin County Office of Education

The San Joaquin County Office of Education is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. The SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most vulnerable students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.

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