Program Manager, Career Technical Education - Office of Linked Learning (2024-25) Job Listing at Oakland Unified School District in Oakland, CA (Job ID 18631)

Description

BASIC FUNCTION:  Under the direction of the Linked Learning department head, the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Program Manager coordinates the Perkins, CA Partnership Academy, Work Experience Education (WEE) and other pertinent Career Technical Education (CTE) and career readiness programs, as well as collaborates with OUSD departments and sites to manage Career & College Readiness functions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate with school sites and relevant departments to progress monitor and improve CTE, WEE and career readiness programs.
• Coordinate annual and ongoing training of school sites on work permit processes.
• Communicate with the CA Department of Education regarding funding, reporting, and law pertaining to relevant programs.
• Coordinate with and manage the Federal Program Monitoring of CTE and related programs.
• Collaborate with Linked Learning staff to maintain updated and relevant Board Policies and Procedures related to Career Technical Education and career readiness programs.
• Develop and launch high-quality communications materials that promote CTE, WEE and career readiness programs.
• Coordinate with Linked Learning and site staff to support CTE and other staff with relevant professional development.
• Provide cross-training to department staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on the fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Strategies, funding opportunities and community contacts for CTE, WEE and career readiness programs
• Federal and state regulations in areas of responsibility, including but not limited to CTE funding, work permits, Federal Program Monitoring and CTE credentials
• District policies, applicable sections of the State Education Code and other laws and regulations, including but not limited to CTE, work permits, and CTE credentials
• Effective communications modalities, including but not limited to web-based platforms
• Budget systems and processes
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Telephone techniques, systems and etiquette
• Computer software, hardware, and related technology
• Presentation, communication and public speaking techniques
• Research methods, report writing and record-keeping techniques
• Principles and practices of effective leadership

ABILITIES TO:

• Work with District departments to maximize the effectiveness of CTE, WEE and career readiness programs and processes to align with and leverage existing programs
• Innovate and problem solve independently to improve all CTE, WEE and career readiness programs
• Demonstrate cultural competence with diverse groups across race, ethnicity, religion, gender, class and sexuality; demonstrate leadership and effectiveness in bridging to members and organizations of ALL communities
• Perform highly-skilled tasks within the District fiscal system, including but not limited to requisitions, running reports, and related account management functions to support program improvement and progress monitoring.
• Develop and maintain high-quality communications materials, including but not limited to web-based platforms
• Work successfully with all relevant CTE, WEE and career readiness staff and partners
• Recommend and assist in the formulation and implementation of operating procedures and policies
• Plan, prepare and deliver oral presentations and facilitate relevant trainings
• Communicate clearly, understand and interpret District and other rules, policies and procedures
• Understand and follow oral and written directions; work independently
• Work with computer software, hardware, and related technology
• Meet schedules and timelines. Complete work accurately and as directed despite many interruptions
• Maintain records, analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action
• Organize, coordinate and prioritize a large volume of activities, programs and services

PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor Degree or its equivalency required (2 years of similar and relevant work level experience = 1 year of college) in Education, Workforce Development, Career Technical Education, and/or Grants or related field of study.  A combination of experience and education may be used to meet the Bachelor Degree requirement; however, the work experience years used to qualify for the Bachelor Degree requirement cannot be used to meet the work requirement. 
• Three (3) years of experience with school district programs specializing in Career Technical Education, Work Experienced Education and/or career readiness programming.
• Valid California Driver's License, if applicable

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT:

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.