Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, plans, organizes, controls, and directs the overall operation, management, and administration of the Special Education Department; develops, implements, and evaluates program policies and procedures; develops, administers and monitors the department budget; resolves conflicts among staff, groups, agencies and parents; provides support and training for districts; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel.

Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master's degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES:
Following the final filing date, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview tentatively scheduled for October 20, 2026. Scheduled dates are subject to change as deemed necessary by Human Resources.

Candidates will be invited over email, using the email supplied within their EdJoin.org applications. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  
• California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  
• 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  
• Paid Vacation
  
• Paid Sick Leave
  
• 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
  
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:
Candidates who require reasonable accommodations for any test part must contact Certificated & Non-Permanent Staffing (CNPS) at least three (3) days in advance of the test date at 408-453-6835. Hearing-impaired individuals should contact the California Relay Service at 1-800-735-2929, then 408-453-6835. After contacting CNPS, candidates will be asked to submit documentation supporting their accommodation request. Failure to reach out within the specified timeline may result in an inability to make accommodations.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT
For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact:
HR Recruitment
(408) 453-6848
[email protected]