Education Programs Consultant PC 4282

Job Description / Essential Elements

Do you want to be part of an outstanding team that supports the state's 2,000+ local educational agencies in providing a world-class education to all of California's students? Are you passionate about problem solving and data accuracy to fund California schools? If you are interested in working in an exciting environment surrounded by a team of enthusiastic and self-motivated people, then look no further! The School Fiscal Services Division (SFSD) of the California Department of Education (CDE) is the right team for you. SFSD core values include Teamwork, Integrity, Customer Service, and Continuous Improvement.

Under the general supervision of the Administrator in the Principal Apportionment Policy Office B, the Education Programs Consultant serves as the California Department of Education’s (CDE’s) expert on all aspects of attendance accounting and the impact attendance accounting has on school apportionments and the delivery of educational programs by local educational agencies (LEAs). The incumbent prepares recommendations and proposals on changes in policy, regulations, and statutes and serves as the primary contact and liaison with LEAs and state agencies regarding all aspects of attendance accounting.

•Advise county offices of education and school district business officials on attendance accounting laws, regulations, and policies, with emphasis on fiscal impacts.

•Prepare correspondence and respond to questions on attendance accounting and average daily attendance (ADA) from LEAs, state agencies, and stakeholders.

•Provide consultative support to LEAs and auditors on issues stemming from improper attendance accounting.

•Collaborate with SFSD managers and staff on attendance accounting and apportionment calculations.

•Analyze LEA requests for ADA credit due to emergencies and review prior-year audit reports.

•Identify attendance requirements for new programs and design corresponding procedures and forms.

•Maintain and update attendance accounting guidance for the field.

•Propose statutory clean-up to simplify K–12 attendance requirements.

Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIRED APPLICATION PACKAGE DOCUMENTS
The following documents are required with the application package to be considered:

• Resume
• Copy of transcripts or degree

HIRING UNIT CONTACT INFORMATION
The name and contact information of the hiring unit contact person who will answer your questions regarding the position or application process.

Jarret Valverde
Ph: 916-323-6823
Email: JValverde@cde.ca.gov