Salary: $84,679.00 - $99,622.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
Division: Legal Services
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
WASHINGTON MANAGEMENT SERVICE

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Civil Rights Compliance - Program Supervisor
$84,679 - $99,622 annually
Closes September 8,2026
The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) seeks to fill a Civil Rights Compliance - Program Supervisor position. This full-time permanent position is based in Olympia, Washington. This position may be eligible for partial to near full-time telework. Telework is a combination of in-building and off-site days.During your training period you will be required to be in the office 3 days per week. After you've completed your initial training, you may have the option to work from home 2 days a week on a flexible telework schedule. While we're happy to offer this balance of in-office connections and telework flexibility, this isn't a fully remote position.
Position Overview

The Equity and Civil Rights Office is a professional and inclusive work environment where teamwork, high quality legal and customer service, and work-life balance are highly valued. The Equity and Civil Office's work includes a diverse mix of monitoring and investigations, policy and resource development, and technical assistance. The Equity and Civil Rights Office leads some of OSPI's most critical initiatives, including gender-inclusive schools, language access, and systemic approaches to preventing and responding to discriminatory harassment in K-12 public schools. Through these activities and initiatives, the Equity and Civil Rights Office works to build school districts' capacity to eliminate discrimination.
The primary role of the Civil Rights Compliance Program Supervisor is to monitor school districts' compliance with state and federal civil rights laws and investigate discrimination complaints. The program supervisor also provides support and information to help parents, students, and educators understand civil rights laws, regulations and responsibilities, and to identify potential issues and options. Collaboration, neutrality, legal analysis and problem-solving, and effective and accurate communication are essential to this position.
In this role, the program supervisor does not serve as an advocate but as a resource to families, educators, and OSPI staff to answer questions regarding civil rights matters and assist in resolving issues of discrimination. The program supervisor coordinates with other OSPI departments, school districts, state and federal agencies, and other organizations to effectively accomplish this work. These responsibilities affect the continued federal funding for the state.
This position involves some travel in the state for training and monitoring activities. This position is supervised by the Managing Attorney of the Equity and Civil Rights Office. A strong candidate for this position is an attorney or experienced investigator with a demonstrated commitment to civil rights and public service.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance, information, and resources regarding civil rights requirements in a professional, legally accurate, and approachable manner to schools, parents, advocates, and other interested parties.
• Respond to allegations and complaints of discrimination by students, parents, employees, and others; investigate complaints; and facilitate resolutions.
• Coordinate and conduct monitoring of K-12 school compliance with state and federal civil rights laws through compliance reviews, including some on-site reviews, and other methods as needed. Identify issues of noncompliance, outline corrective actions, and monitor outcomes to ensure that schools comply with any required corrective actions.
• Identify, research, and analyze potential discriminatory policies, procedures, and practices in the K-12 sector, including researching and analyzing state and federal nondiscrimination statutes, regulations, guidance, and case law.
• Design and lead trainings for schools, parents, advocates, and other stakeholders regarding civil rights, school district responsibilities, complaint procedures, and OSPI services.
• Design and prepare guidance, bulletins, reports, tools, and other resources that support the work of the Equity and Civil Rights Office.
• Collaborate and consult with state and federal agencies, professional and advocacy organizations, and other OSPI departments.

Required Qualifications:

• Law degree from an accredited law school OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in K-12 education, public administration, law, or related field, and three years of experience in investigations or legal analysis (preferably in civil rights)
• Must reside in the state of Washington
• Ability to travel statewide

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience conducting investigations, including investigation planning, conducting interviews, legal analysis, and report writing
• Experience working in the K-12 education system and knowledge of OSPI's role
• Knowledge of state and federal nondiscrimination laws and regulations, and understanding of civil rights issues affecting school districts
• Ability to analyze complex problems and legal issues and develop practical solutions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver technical and legal information clearly and concisely in writing and verbally in both formal and informal settings, including public speaking
• Experience in active listening and responding to parent and student concerns or complaints, preferably regarding issues of discrimination, equal access, or disability (Section 504 or special education)
• Experience communicating legal concepts to a range of individuals (such as parents, youth, and school professionals) in writing, by phone, and in person
• Knowledge of mediation, conflict resolution, or alternative dispute resolution skills
• Knowledge and experience in effective program planning, and in developing training programs
• Strong skills in the use of technology for presentations, data collection, and communication
• Knowledge of the responsibilities of state education agencies and the roles and responsibilities of other agencies
• The ability to work independently and in a team setting

Compensation
The annual compensation for the position is $84,679 - $99,622 per year and depends upon experience, educational background and qualifications. Geographic differentials may be applied based on work location of successful candidate. Washington State offers a generous benefit package including health, dental and life insurance, retirement and an optional deferred compensation program. Please visit Health Care Authority for information regarding health benefits and the Department of Retirement Systems for retirement plan information. This is a Washington Management Position. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.
Application Process

Those interested in this position must apply through Careers.wa.gov. Applications must include the following documents in MS Word or PDF format:

• A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement;
• A current résumé, and;
• A list of three or more professional references.

NOTE: Your resume and letter of interest must be attached to your application. Please confirm they are attached before you submit.
Please address any questions to:
Sal Salazar, Human Resources
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
600 Washington Street Southeast
Olympia, Washington 98504-7200

360-725-6278: [email protected]

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at (360) 725-6270 or (360) 725-6066, or e-mail [email protected].