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Under general supervision of the Administrator the Consultant performs the following:
Grant Funded Programs - Under the direction of the Grants Administrator, provide oversight of the implementation of state-funded grant programs administered by the Commission including, but not limited to, the Student Teacher Stipend Program, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification Program, and other grant programs administered by the Commission, as well as any associated subgrant process within these grant programs.
This work includes assisting the Administrator in developing the Grants Management System for all Commission administered grants, developing Requests for Applications (RFAs); posting RFAs; collecting applications; assisting the Administrator in reviewing applications; assuring that grantees are carrying out the provisions of their funded applications on time and on budget; assisting the Administrator in developing data requirements for grantee reporting; developing and implementing data reporting processes from grantees, analyzing and reporting data submitted by grantees; assuring that grantees provide required reports as specified in the authorizing legislation; managing fiscal documents and processes under direction from the Administrator and Business and Fiscal Services; developing agenda items for the Commission to update the Commission on the progress of the implementation of these grants; and other processes and/or grant management-related responsibilities as assigned.
This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications:

• August 28, 2026
• September 7, 2026
• September 17, 2026
• September 28, 2026
• October 8, 2026
• October 19, 2026
• October 29, 2026

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CONSULTANT IN TEACHER PREPARATION/PROGRAM EVALUATION AND RESEARCH

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-527835
Position #(s):
192-201-2635-034
Working Title:
Grants Consultant
Classification:
CONSULTANT IN TEACHER PREPARATION/PROGRAM EVALUATION AND RESEARCH $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.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is an agency in the Executive Branch of California State Government. It was created in 1970 by the Ryan Act and is the oldest of the autonomous state standards boards in the nation. The major purpose of the agency is to serve as a state standards board for educator preparation for the public schools of California, the licensing and credentialing of professional educators in the State, the enforcement of professional practices of educators, and the discipline of credential holders in the State of California.
The Commission on Teacher Credentialing headquarters office is located in Sacramento; however, an alternate work location outside of Sacramento will be considered.
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position's associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction.
Department Website: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Examination Information
If applying for the Consultant in Teacher Preparation (Program Evaluation and Research) you must have list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is a link to the Consultant in Teacher Preparation (Program Evaluation and Research) examination: CalCareers
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Commission on Teacher Credentialing
N/A
Attn: Office of Human Resources
May Lee State Office Complex
651 Bannon Street, Suite 600
Sacramento , CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Commission on Teacher Credentialing
N/A
Office of Human Resources
May Lee State Office Complex
651 Bannon Street, Suite 600
Sacramento , CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - SEE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS SECTION.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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:

• Background and/or experience in grants, accreditation, teacher preparation, and/or TK-12 public education
• Integrity - consistently adheres to his/her duties to execute the mission and responsibilities of the Commission
• Expertise - is a reliable source of accurate information
• Teamwork - works collaboratively and in recognition of the contribution each person makes to the common purpose
• Respect - recognizes the validity of other points of view and treats others with civility
• Problem Solving - strives to find creative, practical and effective solutions to achieving desired goals
• Excellent writing skills, strong analytical, judgment, organizational and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret and transform regulations into policy
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to follow detailed instructions

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Casey Martino
(916) 323-7157
cmartino@ctc.ca.gov
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:
Rhonda Brown
(916) 322-6253
RBrown@ctc.ca.gov
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.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICAITONS
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications submitted without the required SOQ will be considered incomplete and may not be considered for this position.
Instructions: Answers should not exceed two pages, single space. The font should be in 12-point Calibri. Candidates must write their name on the left side of the document and include the question before each answer.

What background do you have in PreK-12 or higher education?

What background do you have in managing a large-scale program that has hard deadlines and requires the collection and analysis of data related to the program?

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.