Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Education Research and Evaluation Administrator I of the Science Office, and working with staff throughout the California Department of Education (CDE), the Education Programs Consultant independently and collaboratively performs complex tasks that support California’s statewide student assessment system with an emphasis on science content. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Monitor the item and test development process to ensure the validity, reliability, and fairness of the science assessments within the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) System.

Develop and review program resources primarily for the CAASPP System with a focus on science assessments.

Develop and maintain literacy and fluency of the three-dimensional California Next Generation Science Standards.

Observe training provided by contractors and assist district test coordinators with data, test results, and reporting guidelines to ensure data are complete and accurate in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Write State Board of Education information memorandums and meeting items, analyze legislation, develop and review policies and regulations, develop and implement Requests for Proposals and coordinate the proposal review process, and prepare Budget Change Proposals.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

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.

Special Requirements

Examination Information:

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

Please note : A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.

The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: or at the link below:

Education Programs Consultant:

Education Programs Assistant:

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 working with Kindergarten through grade 12 (K–12) students

• Knowledge of and experience with the California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS)

• Experience with large-scale assessment in education

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills and organizational habits

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse groups of interest holders in K–12 education

• Ability to work independently and on a team to ensure project deadlines are met

• Experience with monitoring contracts

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.
• For general information about getting a job with the state, please view the job series videos here: .

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 -

  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:
  

  • Describe your experience with the three-dimensional CA NGSS, including implementation and assessment.
  • Describe your leadership experience in the field of education, particularly in the development, administration, and evaluation of educational programs and policy, analyzing situations accurately and taking effective action.
  • Describe your experience communicating effectively to a variety of audiences both orally and in writing. Provide specific examples, including the communication method.

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