Date Posted: January 20, 2020
Classification: PROJECT SPECIALIST, TOBACCO USE PREVENTION EDUCATION (TUPE)- 50%
(This position is grant funded through June 30, 2022. Continuance in this position is contingent upon additional funding beyond June 30, 2022)
Open recruitment
Work Schedule: 4 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 12 months per year
Salary Range: Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E
(monthly) starting 6 mos 18 mos 30 mos 42 mos
$4,477 $4,735 $5,007 $5,294 $5,599
Benefits: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
Current Vacancy: Student Services Division; Safe and Supportive Schools Department;
101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA 94065
Application Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2020 (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director, Safe and Supportive Schools, plan, coordinate and promote various tobacco prevention education projects in support of schools and districts in San Mateo County with a special focus on the Court and Community Schools and perform related duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform a variety of specialized activities to provide support for the implementation of Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) research-validated substance abuse prevention programs in public schools and Court and Community Schools
- Schedule and provide ongoing support for annual research-validated substance abuse prevention program trainings and alternative to suspension trainings
- Develop and facilitate parent and community education, including a community health fair, two bilingual parent and community education nights and bilingual tobacco use prevention literature
- Convene and coordinate a task force to monitor the progress of this project, guide the development and selection of trainings and materials and ensure all health and wellness policies have been updated to include tobacco prevention measures
- Provide ongoing technical assistance, training and mentoring to teachers regarding the implementation of research-validated substance abuse prevention programs
- Assist with the coordination and implementation of research-validated substance abuse prevention programs in Court and Community Schools
- Develop policies and protocols for cessation referrals as well as protocol for addressing tobacco use on community school campuses
- Serve as a liaison between the County Office of Education, school districts, students, and outside agencies regarding research-validated substance abuse prevention programs; respond to inquiries and provide information concerning related activities, policies, procedures and objectives
- Conduct classroom visits to ensure programs are being implemented with fidelity
- Coordinate youth development opportunities for Court and Community School students
- Facilitate the administration of the California Healthy Kids Survey at the Court and Community Schools
- Distribute and collect student surveys, as required for project activities
- Compile information and prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical records, reports and files related to assigned activities
- Communicate with County Office of Education personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns
- Assist in assuring budget expenditures do not exceed established limitations
- Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences, professional learning opportunities, and special events; prepare and deliver oral presentations concerning youth development activities
- Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, projector, computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work
Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Sociology, Public Health or related field
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in school climate and/or health and wellness development
Specialized Skills and Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) programs and strategies
- Ability to prepare, coordinate, and provide communications, information, trainings, meetings, workshops and resources in support of the TUPE program’s operations and activities
- Ability to provide consultation and technical assistance to subcontractors, teachers, court and community school staff, parents and others concerning TUPE operations and activities
- Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with service providers to facilitate and enhance the TUPE program
- Ability to provide training and consultation to teachers, staff and parents on TUPE initiatives
- Ability to analyze situations accurately, identify and evaluate schools’ needs in regards to TUPE and adopt an effective course of action
- Knowledge of California Health Education Content Standards
- Knowledge of research validated substance abuse prevention programs
- Ability to serve as a liaison between the County Office of Education, school districts, teachers, and outside agencies regarding research validated substance abuse prevention programs Knowledge of project management techniques
- Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in developing and implementing training activities
- Ability to visit project sites to observe activities, confer with teachers and staff, and provide technical support
- Ability to monitor services provided by subcontractors to assure compliance with standards, requirements, and contact specifications
- Knowledge of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of San Mateo County students
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to use interpersonal skills including tact, patience, courtesy, and cultural sensitivity
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques
- Ability to implement various communication systems and appropriate methodologies
- Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable policies and procedures
- Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to evaluate the performance of assigned personnel and provide direction to staff
- Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
- Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines
- Ability to work independently with little direction
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
Physical Requirements: Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation. San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone, as well as make presentations
- Seeing to read a variety of materials
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
- Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials and work with students
- Strength and dexterity to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
Examination Process: The examination process for this classification will consist of:
- A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
- An oral board examination (anticipated date- February 28, 2020)
Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.
Personnel Commission
101 Twin Dolphin Drive
Redwood City, CA 94065
650-802-5300
classifiedjobs@smcoe.org
http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission
Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.
San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.
