Program Specialist - Bridge to College & Career en Tehama County Department of Education

This position requires a dynamic person with an affinity to serve employers and students, filling a pivotal role in developing a transformative Workforce Development Initiative at Tehama County high schools. The goal of the initiative is to address the critical skills shortage faced by regional businesses through establishing youth apprenticeship programs and supporting students and their families in navigating postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, including workforce opportunities and higher education. The selected candidate will play a critical role in achieving four key outcomes: 1. Establish a Youth Pre-Apprenticeship Program that prepares students with foundational skills and industry exposure. 2. Develop a Youth Registered Apprenticeship in collaboration with regional employers, ensuring students gain hands-on experience and credentials. 3. Create the North State Youth Apprenticeship and Work-Based Learning (WBL) Toolkit to serve as a resource for expanding apprenticeship and work-based learning opportunities. 4. Strengthen Tehama County's CTE and Work-Based Learning Systems by fostering employer partnerships, aligning programs with industry needs, and enhancing student access to postsecondary career pathways. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a lasting impact on students, families, and the regional economy by bridging education and workforce development. If you are passionate about creating career-connected learning experiences that prepare youth for high-demand industries, we invite you to apply! TCDE pays up to $18,768 per year towards Health & Welfare benefits. We also contribute 2% of base salary to a 401a plan.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EDJOIN application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: - Submit a completed on line application via EDJOIN. - Attach a copy of degree or transcript if applicable. - Attach Letter of Introduction--Submit one original letter (not to exceed one (1) typewritten page) stating your educational background, experience as it relates to this position, and reasons for applying. A resume will not be considered a letter. - Attach a current resume. ALL ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION AND MUST BE SUBMITTED ON LINE THROUGH EDJOIN.

Depending on verified experience.

The Tehama County Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all. Employment practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Following initial screening, applicants will be informed regarding the necessity of an interview. As a condition of employment the successful candidate will be required to be fingerprinted (at department expense), have a medical examination (at department expense), provide verification of high school completion or equivalent, sign a loyalty oath, produce evidence of a negative tuberculosis test (at candidate’s expense), obtain first aide and CPR, and provide documentation of eligibility to be employed in the United States. NOTE to TCDE employees: Employees that apply for a promotional opportunity will typically be placed on step one of the new higher classification. If step one is lower than their current salary, they will be placed at a step that provides for at least a 5% increase. If they have previous experience in a same higher classification they will be placed commensurate with that verified experience (lower classification experience does not apply to higher classifications). CORRESPONDENCE RELATED TO THIS POSITION AND THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA EMAIL AND/OR PHONE. Google Map:
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