Program Administrator – Jackson Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education - Douglas ESD
Douglas ESD is accepting applications to fill the position of Program Administrator for the Jackson Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education department. This position works 230 days per year, 8 hours per day to begin immediately.
TO APPLY:
Begin the application process here: https://www.applitrack.com/douglasesd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?Fro...
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09/24/2025 at 3:00 p.m.
SALARY: $94,397 - $107,284 per year (Depending on relevant verifiable education & experience)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Program Administrator is responsible for the supervision of 1-2 program strands. In that role, the coordinator may supervise both licensed and classified personnel, is responsible for and authorizes expenditures for a significant ($300,000+) portion of the budget and has primary responsibilities for implementing programs and services which serve school districts, children and families.
The current focus for this position is to create and maintain streamlined EI/ECSE case-management processes, keep the program aligned with updated OARs around timelines and procedures, ensure accurate child data, and coordinate adoption of any new state platforms.
DUTIES: This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. Full job description attached in Applitrack.
• Is responsible for the design, implementation, evaluation, improvement and reporting requirements of programs or program strands which serve local district staff or students, and families directly or which provide consultation services to partner agency staff who serve students directly.
• Supervises and evaluates key members of these teaching and learning staff, that may include instructional coaches and special education staff; providing support, opportunities, coaching, and guidance for professional growth, and timely performance evaluation in a manner that promotes team development and effective work.
• Makes effective recommendations to director in the selection, promotion, termination, and transfer of staff.
• Manages and authorizes expenditures for a significant ($300,000+) portion of the budget.
• Oversees and is responsible for grant-funded programs, including reporting requirements.
• Expands learning opportunities for students in an on-going effort to improve services and programs, offer instructional pathways based on best practices, and maximize progress.
• Proposes policy in assigned areas.
• In consultation with supervisor, staff, advisory committees, ESD Administrator Team and superintendent, determines program design and direction.
• Works to create a collaborative and innovative culture for all students and staff, across the district, and throughout the community.
• Develops new projects and writes new grants as need and opportunity arise.
• Serves as liaison to ODE and other external agencies.
• Participates as a member of the ESD Administrator Team.
• Adhere to workplace expectations
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel to and from school locations in the Douglas ESD service area and may be required to travel on overnight assignments.
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s Degree, Oregon teaching and administrative licenses or Authorization from Oregon Department of Education as an early Childhood Supervisor.
• 3-5 years of teaching experience.
• Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) experience preferred.
• Expert demonstration and knowledge in several or all areas of the position.
Douglas ESD has been awarded the Douglas County Working Parents Award for 2025.
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Douglas ESD is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and valuing the cultural, educational, and life experience of each student and employee, as well as equitable outcomes for all students.
Douglas ESD policy provides veterans and disable veterans with preference as required by law.
