EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR I

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services seeks an Education Administrator I to lead statewide field services and supervise staff within the PQI Bureau. The role provides oversight of program quality, policy development, and contract compliance monitoring, with extensive travel (over 50%) and a valid CA driver’s license required.

This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid position based in Sacramento County, offering a salary of $9,428.00–$11,808.00 per month.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide field services and supervise staff within PQI Bureau.
• Oversee program quality, policy development, and contract compliance monitoring.
• Extensive travel (>50%) and valid CA driver's license required.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-531651
Position #s: 800-361-2657-009
Working Title: Education Administrator I
Classification: EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR I
Salary: $9,428.00 - $11,808.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.
The mission of the Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) is to build, strengthen, and maintain an equitable, comprehensive, quality, and affordable child care and development system for the children and families in our state; to integrate child care with other California Department of Social Services programs and services that serve the whole child and whole family; to address social determinants of health and adverse childhood experiences which significantly impact long-term outcomes for children; and to provide vital supports to the child care and development workforce and programs for children to have access to equitable and stable child care and development opportunities. The CCDD provides planning, policy direction, and oversight of the majority of state-supported child care and development programs and services in California. These include programs that provide a variety of state-subsidized child care services, quality improvement plan activities, local child care and developmental informed programs and policies, while providing robust technical assistance and support to counties, contractors, and child care partners.
CDSS Guiding Principles
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.
We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.
Community Engagement
We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.
Empowerment
We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person has desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.
Quality Services
We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.
Data Defined Outcomes
We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description & Duties

Under the general direction of the Program Quality and Improvement Branch (PQIB) Chief, Career Executive Assignment, the Education Administrator I (EA I) provides leadership and direction of statewide field services work and oversees supervision of staff in managing the Program Quality and Integrity (PQI) Bureau, which is one of five bureaus in the Branch. The PQI Bureaus collaborate with the managers in the PQIB. The EA I is responsible for a variety of management functions that include administration, supervision, policy, fiscal, program and representation in support of contract compliance monitoring and program training, policy development and implementation, and technical assistance. Ongoing extensive travel exceeding 50% is required to attend meetings, presentations, trainings, and collaboration with staff on regional visits, or other work-related purposes. A valid CA driver's license is required for the position.
The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position.
Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
Statement of Qualifications must be no more than two pages in length, size 12-point Arial font. Please include each question followed by your response, addressing the following:

• Please describe your education and professional experience specifically related to early childhood education state systems for subsidized child care and development programs.
• Discuss your experience in developing and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, including state and federal departments, local governments, advocacy organizations, and community partners. Share specific examples that demonstrate your approach and success.
• Share examples of systemic changes you've implemented to promote equity and expand access to child care and development programs. Explain the strategies you employed and the impact of your efforts.
• Detail your leadership experience, emphasizing your ability to think strategically, manage complex projects, and develop high-performing teams. Provide examples of projects you've led, how you overcame obstacles, and the results you achieved.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Application Deadline

Final Filing Date: 10/1/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.