Project Specialist - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred

Santa Cruz County Office of Education

California

On-site

USD 44,000 - 56,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Vision, dental and medical coverage

Section 125 Plan

Degree stipends

Job summary

The Santa Cruz County Office Of Education is hiring a Project Specialist – College and Career for the Alternative Education department. This 10-month, 1.0 FTE position travels across the county to coordinate career pathways, develop employer partnerships, and expand dual enrollment opportunities for students.

Responsibilities include work readiness instruction, work experience placement, and advising on dual enrollment.

Qualifications

Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social service or related field.
A Bachelor’s degree is desirable.
Two years of experience in the implementation of state or federally funded programs.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and expand systemwide career pathway opportunities and employer partnerships.
Develop and monitor dual enrollment access for Alternative Education students.
Support students through work readiness instruction, work experience placement, and dual enrollment advising.
Collaborate with College and Career Team Lead, site administrators, counselors, and regional partners.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree desirable

Job description

Project Specialist - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

10/6/2026

Contact

Ana De Leon-Romero

Number of Openings

Salary

Pay Range

$31.97 - $40.39 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info

Based on the 2026-2027 Classified Salary Schedule. (Salary range placement depends on relevant education/experience.)

Length of Work Year

40 hours per week/ 10 months per year/ 1 FTE

Employment Type

Full Time

About The Employer

The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for over 37,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary

This position will be assigned to the Alternative Education department: Under direction, participate in organizing and implementing assigned projects and programs for the County Office of Education. May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned lower-level staff. This is a 10-month position in which the employee will report from August to May while school is in session. There may be an opportunity to work in the summer. Travel across the county to different sites will be a requirement of this position. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM THE DEPARTMENT: The Project Specialist – College and Career will coordinate and expand systemwide career pathway opportunities, employer partnerships, and dual enrollment access for all Alternative Education students. This role will work in close collaboration with the College and Career Team Lead, site administrators, counselors, and regional partners to design, implement, and monitor pathways that reflect local labor market sectors and support postsecondary success. The position will also directly support students through work readiness instruction, work experience placement, dual enrollment advising, and career exploration services.

Requirements / Qualifications

Please read the complete job description. Education: Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social service or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is desirable. Experience: Two years of experience in the implementation of state or federally funded programs. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.

Comments and Other Information

Benefits: Employees assigned to this schedule are entitled to receive vision, dental and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Employees have a choice between various medical plans. Each plan may have an employee premium contribution amount for which the employee can utilize a tax sheltered Section 125 Plan. The COE contribution is prorated based on FTE. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS members are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan. The employee also receives long-term disability insurance and life insurance. For more information please review the Classified Summary of the Benefits Administration Page on the Santa Cruz County Office of Education website or read it on the link to the right under Links Related to this Job. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education provides an Associate Degree stipend of $375, a Bachelor’s Degree stipend of $750, a Master’s Degree stipend of $1,500, a Doctorate Degree (no Master's) of $1,500 or a Doctorate Degree (with Master's) of an additional $400 per year for eligible employees. Degree stipend is prorated based upon full time equivalent.

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