Job Description

Job Posting: Consultant – Language Policy & Leadership Office

Department of Education

JC-533070

Consultant – Language Policy & Leadership Office

EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

$8,237.00 – $10,310.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/12/2026

Application Methods:

• Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
• By Mail
• Drop-off
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Job Description and Duties

The consultant will lead and coordinate statewide implementation activities associated with the TK Multilingual Learner Screening Program, including stakeholder engagement, professional learning, technical assistance, monitoring, data collection, reporting, and continuous program improvement. The consultant will:

• Coordinate statewide implementation of the TK Multilingual Learner Screening Program.
• Coordinate advisory committees, stakeholder groups, psychometric experts, contractors, and implementation partners.
• Develop implementation guidance, resources, communications, and web-based materials for LEAs.
• Develop and deliver statewide professional learning, webinars, presentations, and training materials.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and support to LEAs implementing approved screening instruments.
• Facilitate voluntary field-testing activities and analyze implementation findings to inform statewide rollout.
• Collect, analyze, and report statewide implementation and multilingual learner identification data.
• Monitor program implementation and support LEA compliance with statutory screening requirements.
• Prepare legislative reports, briefing materials, issue analyses, and recommendations for department leadership.
• Coordinate efforts across CDE divisions, state agencies, county offices of education, and external educational partners to ensure coherent statewide implementation.
• Facilitate statewide meetings, workgroups, conferences, and stakeholder engagements related to multilingual learner identification and support.

Travel will be required based on program needs.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-533070

Position #(s)

174-645-2656-044

Working Title

Classification

EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

$8,237.00 – $10,310.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider

• EDUCATION PROGRAMS ASSISTANT
• $5,912.00 – $7,396.00 A
• $7,138.00 – $8,934.00 B

# of Positions

1

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

Multilingual Support Division

Department Information

The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state’s diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of nearly six million children and young adults, thousands of schools, and a broad network of educators, families, policymakers, and community partners. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and childcare programs. The CDE’s mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.

Special Requirements

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name”, be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point Arial font, and address the following:

1. Describe your knowledge of and experience supporting the implementation of the California English Learner Roadmap Policy and multilingual education programs. In your response, provide specific examples of initiatives, projects, or programs you have led, coordinated, or supported, and explain the outcomes and impact on English learner and multilingual student populations.
2. Describe how your education, training, and professional experience have prepared you to perform the duties of this position. Include examples of your work supporting multilingual learners and collaborating with individuals from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and organizations to achieve shared goals and improve student outcomes.
3. Describe a significant project, initiative, or strategic effort in which you collaborated with internal and external partners to develop, implement, and monitor large-scale plans, goals, or programs. Include your specific role, the stakeholders involved, challenges encountered, and the results achieved.

CDE is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Additionally, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

For more information click here: E-Verify

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

This position requires consistent, regular attendance; effective oral & written communication; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely orally & in writing; developing and maintaining knowledge & skills related to assigned tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and resources; effective, constructive, & cooperative working relationships; exercising tact, resourcefulness, & judgment; maintaining confidentiality of sensitive topics; interpreting & applying education policy; research skills; analyzing situations accurately & taking effective action; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; completing assignments in a timely, efficient manner with attention to mandated deadlines; intentional and active collaboration; and working effectively both independently & in teams with shared decision-making; ability to cultivate relationships with others of diverse experience and perspective. Demonstrated interest in multilingual programs. Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Copilot also desirable.

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

• Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website: Benefits Summary

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact

Hanna Zakharava

(916) 323-5549

[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department’s EEO Office.

EEO Contact

Randi Thompson, EEO Officer

(916) 445-9174

[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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 work place. 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.

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, For contractors, Work at office, Remote work, 2 days per week

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