What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Student Services position at Orange County Department of Education?
Coordinator, Student Services at Orange County Department of Education
Application Deadline
8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
714-966-4035
Number of Openings
Salary
$587.65 - $716.02 Daily
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About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Orange County Department of Education is seeking a collaborative and knowledgeable Coordinator, Student Services to provide leadership and support to Orange County school districts in the implementation of student services programs. Working in partnership with district leaders, the coordinator provides guidance, training, and technical assistance in the areas of attendance, interdistrict transfers, student discipline and suspension, and Section 504. The coordinator also oversees the implementation of state and federally funded grants that support student services initiatives, ensuring program fidelity, compliance, and successful outcomes. In this role, the coordinator serves as the chairperson of the County School Attendance Review Board (SARB), helping districts navigate complex student matters while ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. Through strategic leadership, grant oversight, and collaboration with community partners, the coordinator advances equitable student access, promotes best practices, and supports positive outcomes for students throughout Orange County.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • A Master’s degree in education, education administration, behavior management, or a related field. • Five (5) years of educational experience, including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or services in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience leading or supporting student services programs in a TK–12 educational setting. Please include your responsibilities related to attendance, student discipline, interdistrict transfers, Section 504, or other student support programs. 2. Describe a complex situation you have managed in a school or educational setting that required balancing legal requirements, competing priorities, and strict timelines. What was the situation, what laws, policies, or regulations did you need to consider, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome? Answering supplemental questions give applicants the opportunity to expand on relevant background and helps us better screen applicant qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications, including omission to supplemental questions, could possibly result in not being considered further in the recruitment process for this position. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • A Master’s degree in education, education administration, behavior management, or a related field. • Five (5) years of educational experience, including two (2) years of administrative service in a public school setting. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: • A valid California credential authorizing instruction or services in a public school program. • A valid California Administrative credential may be required for some assignments.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Describe your experience leading or supporting student services programs in a TK–12 educational setting. Please include your responsibilities related to attendance, student discipline, interdistrict transfers, Section 504, or other student support programs. 2. Describe a complex situation you have managed in a school or educational setting that required balancing legal requirements, competing priorities, and strict timelines. What was the situation, what laws, policies, or regulations did you need to consider, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome? Answering supplemental questions give applicants the opportunity to expand on relevant background and helps us better screen applicant qualifications for the position. Incomplete applications, including omission to supplemental questions, could possibly result in not being considered further in the recruitment process for this position. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
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