What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Specialist position at Alameda County Office Of Education?
Project Specialist at Alameda County Office Of Education
Application Deadline
6/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
510-670-4202
Number of Openings
Salary
$7,239.58 - $8,799.34 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Length of Work Year
Employment Type
FTE
Immediate Supervisor
Benefits
About the Employer
The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community schools. We collaborate and partner with local, county, and state agencies to address challenges students face. We are looking for individuals who can enact our vision: equipping the most vulnerable students and those who serve them with the tools to thrive. Join our team as we reimagine services to more holistically support students and erase the predetermination of failure for children, especially Alameda County’s most marginalized youth.
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: The ideal candidate for the Project Specialist in the Student Programs division would have excel proficiency creating spreadsheets, data import and support services experience as it relates to truancy for school programs. The Project Specialist works in collaboration with a variety of school and agency staff to develop systems, procedures, materials, and supports to assist the Alameda County Office of Education to meet its goals. Experience in schools working attendance reporting systems and working with student populations is highly desired. The Project Specialist facilitates continuous improvement in assigned areas, including troubleshooting, planning, documenting, and training to assure that project requirements are fulfilled and implemented. This job reports to Assigned Administrator. LOCATION: 313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 TYPICAL DUTIES: Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Work with data sets that frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines. Develops formats, processes, procedures, and systems for the purpose of implementing and monitoring the assigned projects. Prioritizes incoming projects and assists with developing project deliverables. Oversees the follow-up on project deliverables to ensure timelines are met. Assists in the development of communications and reporting in assigned areas. Organizes and facilitates committees and task forces of diverse membership. Plans and coordinates strategic agendas for ongoing meetings and special events. Conducts workshops and/or teaches classes for the purpose of providing information regarding project components and implementing project goals. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Minimum of three (3) years job related experience in professional project management support is required. Experience in a school setting or public educational agency is preferred. Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalency: Equivalent combination of education and experience. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 22nd at 11:59 p.m. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The EDJOIN Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filling date. Incomplete or late EDJOIN Online Applications will not be accepted. THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE DESIRED: Completed EDJOIN Online Application, Resume and Cover Letter/Letter of Introduction. APPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS: A review of the candidates’ EDJOIN Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EDJOIN Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
THE POSITION: The ideal candidate for the Project Specialist in the Student Programs division would have excel proficiency creating spreadsheets, data import and support services experience as it relates to truancy for school programs. The Project Specialist works in collaboration with a variety of school and agency staff to develop systems, procedures, materials, and supports to assist the Alameda County Office of Education to meet its goals. Experience in schools working attendance reporting systems and working with student populations is highly desired. The Project Specialist facilitates continuous improvement in assigned areas, including troubleshooting, planning, documenting, and training to assure that project requirements are fulfilled and implemented. This job reports to Assigned Administrator. LOCATION: 313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544 TYPICAL DUTIES: Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Work with data sets that frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines. Develops formats, processes, procedures, and systems for the purpose of implementing and monitoring the assigned projects. Prioritizes incoming projects and assists with developing project deliverables. Oversees the follow-up on project deliverables to ensure timelines are met. Assists in the development of communications and reporting in assigned areas. Organizes and facilitates committees and task forces of diverse membership. Plans and coordinates strategic agendas for ongoing meetings and special events. Conducts workshops and/or teaches classes for the purpose of providing information regarding project components and implementing project goals. SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Minimum of three (3) years job related experience in professional project management support is required. Experience in a school setting or public educational agency is preferred. Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Equivalency: Equivalent combination of education and experience. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 22nd at 11:59 p.m. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The EDJOIN Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filling date. Incomplete or late EDJOIN Online Applications will not be accepted. THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE DESIRED: Completed EDJOIN Online Application, Resume and Cover Letter/Letter of Introduction. APPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS: A review of the candidates’ EDJOIN Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EDJOIN Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.
- Letter of Introduction
- Resume
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