JOB SUMMARY
Under direction of the Deputy Superintendent of Professional Learning and Support, the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services serves the Superintendent in the area of responsibility within curriculum and instruction. Provide support and coordination of YOUniversity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Work effectively with school districts, community organizations, government agencies, parents, students, and/or staff.
2. Maintain confidentiality on issues concerning program and staff.
3. Supervise and evaluate staff.
4. Participate, coordinate, or conduct a variety of meetings, staff development, committees, trainings, workshops, and/or conferences in order to present materials and information concerning department programs, services, operations, and activities. Represent the SJCOE at local, regional, and state meetings, conferences, in-services, boards, councils, and events.
5. Maintain current knowledge and interpret applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations.
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
8. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
9. Work independently with little direction.
10. Meet schedules and timelines.
11. Prepare reports as needed for program.
12. Maintain full knowledge of budgets and provides supervision of the fiscal functions.
13. Develop and implement policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the Educational Services Division.
14. Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet and the Administrative Council.
15. Responsible for Countywide School District’s Directors of Curriculum meetings.
16. Serve on California County Superintendents’ Curriculum and Improvement Steering Committee.
17. Represent San Joaquin County on the California County Superintendents Region 6 Assistant Superintendent’s curriculum group.
18. Assume additional duties and responsibilities as necessary assigned by the Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:

1. Is committed to continuous personal and professional development. Values and promotes educational and professional learning opportunities for others.
2. Embraces challenges, learns from feedback, and encourages innovative thinking and risk-taking. Advocates for continuous improvement in processes, products, and services.
3. Inspires others. Leads with empathy and understanding, recognizes the human aspect of leadership, and actively seeks, recognizes, and incorporates diverse perspectives.
4. Commits to the highest personal and professional standards for oneself and others, ensuring accountability at all levels.
5. Actively listens to the needs and concerns of others, engages with genuine curiosity. Effectively guides discussions and group activities, ensuring productive outcomes. Actively works to empower others. Maintains confidentiality.
6. Communicates openly, effectively, and honestly both orally and in writing, fostering trust and motivation toward common goals. Ensures clear, precise, timely communication, particularly in goals, expectations, and feedback.
7. Manages one’s emotions and those of others effectively.
8. Analyzes situations accurately. Implements strategies that achieve goals, aligning team efforts with organizational values.
9. Builds a strong team culture, working effectively across departments to foster teamwork and mutual success.
10. Skillfully navigates change with confidence and composure.
11. Shows willingness to admit mistakes, share challenges faced and consistently demonstrates strong ethical values.
12. The ability to see that multiple perspectives and alternatives can coexist harmoniously rather than in conflict with one another. The ability to seek and explore a third alternative in which multiple perspectives come together.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Possess a Master’s Degree. Possess a valid California teaching credential and a valid California Administrative Services Credential. Five years of work experience in administration with either a district or county office.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Previous work experience as a classroom teacher, site administrator, and district office administrator. Possess an Educational Doctorate Degree.

About San Joaquin County Office of Education

The San Joaquin County Office of Education is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. The SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most vulnerable students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.

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