Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Education Administrator I (EA I) of the Office of School-Based Health and Safety Programs, the consultant will provide consultation and technical assistance on school safety-related issues including but not limited to comprehensive school safety plans, bullying, cyber bullying, safe school planning, violence prevention, teen suicide, teen dating abuse, and child abuse prevention.

Consults with school district/county office superintendents, county coordinators, program directors, and staff from other state agencies to implement and provide guidance for safe schools and crisis response, which will ensure departmental policies and mandates are being met by counties and districts in accordance with state and federal requirements. Write, review, and/or edit educational documents, including reports, frameworks, advisories, bill analyses, and requests for applications for local educational agencies, departmental staff, legislative staff, staff from other agencies and community organizations; research, review, and analyze relevant materials, such as national reports, state reports, and legislation; prepare written responses to letters and other inquiries; draft correspondence for the signature of management.

Provides leadership, consultation, and technical assistance to parents, students, Local Educational Agencies, legislators, CDE staff, and media on issues including bullying, cyberbullying, school safety, violence prevention, teen suicide, alcohol/drug abuse, and gang prevention.

Provides technical assistance to selected districts to implement policies, processes and protocols to meet the management and care needs of students with chronic conditions (food allergies and asthma).

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Employee will be expected to sit at a desk for an extended duration, and walk or drive between CDE headquarters.

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.

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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.

Special Requirements

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:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Ability to deliver presentation and comfortable with public speaking

• Ability to work independently and as a team member

• Ability to manage multiple competing program priorities

• Ability to work remotely with reliable internet access

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs

• Ability to work well with various partners

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
• 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 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

  • Describe your experience, education, knowledge, and skills that make you the ideal candidate for this position.

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