Transition Specialist - Warrenton School District

Transition Specialist
- Warrenton School District - 26/27 School Year

• Position Type:
  Classified/ Classified Employee
• Date Posted: 6/22/2026
• Location:
  
  Warrenton Hammond School District
• Date Available:
  
  08/20/2026
• Closing Date:
  Priority date 06/29/2026

Northwest Regional Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive community and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

In line with our commitment to disrupting systemic racism, we acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described below.

Position Title: Transition Specialist

Department: Special Student Services

Location: Warrenton School District

Reports To: Program Coordinator

Compensation: Classified Salary Schedule
- Range E
$21.82 - $26.07 per hour, DOE

Bargaining Unit: OSEA

FTE: 1.0 - 40 hours per week

In partnership with the communities we serve, Northwest Regional ESD improves student learning by providing equitable access to high quality services and support.

In alignment with the NWRESD's mission statement, this position assists students with disabilities to prepare for the workforce as they transition from high school to post‑high school life.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certificates as determined by the District, including a valid driver's license and a type 20 certification or the ability to obtain a type 20 certification (the ESD will provide training and support). Available transportation and proof of auto insurance are required.
• Experience working with students with disabilities.

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Confer regularly with immediate supervisor.
• Proficient in the use of computer and internet-based applications, including but not limited to email, internet software, Google Suite, and word processing (MS Word).

• Participate in activities related to the recruitment of potential clients.
• Assist the YTP/Pre-ETS team in determining Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) eligibility of applicants.
• Assist students in acquiring necessary transportation to keep appointments.
• Implement a system for disseminating YTP/Pre-ETS information to employers.
• Analyze work sites and match YTP/Pre-ETS clients to work sites.
• Maintain and update a system for tracking active and inactive employers.
• Provide structured training at community job sites consistent with each client's targeted vocational goals.
• Provide follow‑up support to students.
• Collect data as necessary to document students' progress on the job.
• Maintain an accurate case file on each YTP/Pre-ETS client.
• Participate in all team meetings as invited.
• Gather and organize information useful for transition planning.
• Provide one‑to‑one assistance to clients in the delivery of instruction for vocational, independent living, and personal/social content areas.
• Supervise and train students in student‑run enterprises.
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels.
• Completes and furnishes required VR documentation appropriately and within deadlines.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is a proud, equal‑employment‑opportunity, affirmative‑action employer. We are committed to ensuring diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, religion, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

Northwest Regional Education Service District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment procedures for individuals experiencing a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us .us. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have limitations in their speech may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at