Program Coordinator (Project MuSE SELPA)

Job Description

About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities.

THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION
The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work."

Job Summary
Job Summary

Under direction, provides technical support, consultation, communication, and training in support of a program providing services to targeted populations/groups within the San Mateo County Office of Education (Office); coordinates program implementation and compliance; performs outreach and public relations to promote program objectives; collaborates with program staff, schools, and community partners in project planning, implementation, and evaluation activities; provides professional assistance to the program manager in area of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

This journey-level classification is responsible for independently performing professional duties in support of an assigned program. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

> Provides technical assistance and support to program participants; provides and develops systems to implement program objectives and acts as the liaison between program participants and the Office.

> Coordinates, creates, and facilitates program communication, meetings, program compliance, and professional development workshops in support of the assigned program and its standards, contracts, grant specifications, and legal regulations.

> Participates in the implementation of program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities in line with the Office’s plans and objectives; researches tools and systems to improve practices in assigned programs.

PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF JOB DUTIES.

Requirements / Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

EDUCATION: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in education or a closely related field relevant to the program area; and

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in program implementation, professional development, education, or school services specific to the program area of assignment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Some positions may require possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record to be maintained throughout employment. Some positions may require possession of child development permits specific to program requirements.

EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The examination process for this classification may consist of:

1. Oral Board Virtual Examination – tentative date: 10/29/2026

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Individuals with disabilities are eligible to receive necessary testing accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants who wish to request testing accommodations may contact Personnel Commission Services by phone or email upon submission of their job application. Request for testing accommodation is subject to review and is approved by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

BENEFITS:
Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the County Office will contribute up to $1,400 per month for single coverage or $1,750 per month for employee plus one or more toward your medical benefits if you enroll in an SMCOE-sponsored CalPERS/CalSTRS medical plan, or $300 per month if you waive medical coverage. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/STRS).

OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS:
Accrue 102 hours of sick leave
15 paid holidays
15 paid vacation days
CALPERS/CALSTRS Employer Contribution
Flexible work schedule depending on position

*Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations.

PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• Resume (Required Document)

BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the County Office will contribute up to $1,400 per month for single coverage or $1,750 per month for employee plus one or more toward your medical benefits if you enroll in an SMCOE-sponsored CalPERS/CalSTRS medical plan, or $300 per month if you waive medical coverage. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/STRS). OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS/CALSTRS Employer Contribution Flexible work schedule depending on position *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations.

PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• Letter of Introduction (Required Document)
• Resume (Required Document)

Closing Date/Time: 2026-10-27