Education Programs Consultant

Position: EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT
Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Education Administrator I of the Focused Monitoring and Technical Assistance II (FMTA II) Unit; the Associate Director of Data, Monitoring, and Local Educational Agency (LEA) Support; and the Special Education Division Director, the Education Programs Consultant (EPC) independently provides technical assistance and monitoring to LEAs identified for Targeted Review in the Annual Determination Letter. The EPC will be assigned to projects to develop and analyze programs and complete other assignments as needed by the Division.

Travel is required.

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.

DUTIES:

* Participate in monitoring review activities including, but not limited to, Compliance and Improvement Monitoring (CIM) process, student file reviews, and corrective action follow-up to ensure LEA compliance with state and federal special education laws and regulations.

* On-site meetings with Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) personnel and LEA administrators and staff.

* Write, review, and edit documents and electronic files, including reports and correspondence related to monitoring activities.

* Develop and provide presentations both virtually and at local, county, and regional sites for SELPA personnel and LEA administrators and staff members.

* Provide technical expertise in the areas of special education and related services.

* Research current educational issues pertaining to special education and related services.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

* EDUCATION PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-507926

Position #(s):

-118

Working Title:

Education Programs Consultant

Classification:

EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

$8,237.00 - $10,310.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

EDUCATION PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

$5,912.00 - $7,396.00 A

$7,138.00 - $8,934.00 B

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Special Education Division

Department Information

The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs.

The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.

Special Requirements

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 2/23/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most…