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Santa Cruz County Office of Education Is Hiring A Project Coordinator - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred
Join Our Team as a Bilingual Project Coordinator at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education! 🌟
We are seeking a dedicated Project Coordinator proficient in English and Spanish to support our educational initiatives and community partnerships.
Application Details
- Deadline:
- Date Posted: July 10, 2025
- Contact: Ana De Leon-Romero
- Number of Openings: 1
Compensation & Work Schedule 💰
- Salary Range: $6,044 - $7,651 Monthly
- Additional Salary Info: Based on the 2025-2026 Classified Salary Schedule. (Salary placement depends on education and experience.)
- Length of Work Year: 40 hours/week, 12 months, Full-Time (1 FTE)
About Santa Cruz County Office Of Education 🏫
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to providing equitable educational opportunities for all students in our county. We serve nearly 40,000 students across 10 public school districts, fostering an inclusive, supportive community where everyone belongs and can thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable system that promotes growth, opportunities, and well-being through our core values: BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary 🔍
Assigned to the Alternative Education Department, the Project Coordinator will:
- Research and develop grant funding sources
- Manage grant timelines and submit proposals
- Conduct grant evaluations
- Establish partnerships with community-based organizations
- Recruit interns, work experience students, and volunteers
- Assist with public affairs activities
Qualifications & Requirements ✅
Please review the full job description, but key requirements include:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business or a related field
- Experience: Four years of administrative experience involving project coordination and grant writing
- License/Certificate: Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one)
Application Process 🎯
Applicants must submit a completed application, preferably with a résumé attached. The selection process includes:
- Written Examination (50%)
- Oral Examination (50%) covering relevant knowledge and skills
- Top candidates will be interviewed for final selection
The eligibility list remains valid for six months unless supply of candidates is exhausted. Reasonable accommodations can be requested prior to testing. Bilingual proficiency is tested via oral exam to qualify for stipends (2.5% for Bilingual, 5% for Biliterate). Selected candidates will undergo onboarding, fingerprinting, and provide a negative tuberculosis test clearance, valid for four years.
Benefits & Compensation 💼
- Comprehensive vision, dental, and medical coverage for employees and dependents
- Various medical plan options, with employee contributions possible via Section 125 Plan
- Retirement benefits through CalPERS
- Long-term disability and life insurance
- Degree stipends:
- Associate Degree: $375/year
- Bachelor’s Degree: $750/year
- Master’s Degree: $1,500/year
- Doctorate Degree (no Master’s): $1,500/year
- Doctorate Degree (with Master’s): additional $400/year
For more detailed benefits info, please visit the Benefits Administration Page.
Additional Notes & Links 🔗
CalPERS Disclaimer: Not all postings qualify for CalPERS benefits. Refer for details.