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Field Representative, School Admin (Specialist)

Examination Bulletin for the Field Representative, School Administration (Specialist) in the California Department of Education.

Job Description

Under direction, incumbents are engaged in reviewing, planning, developing, administering, and evaluating the administrative programs and activities of local education agencies. Typically functioning within a program unit, Field Representatives may have responsibility for a work specialty area or a regional program. Positions in this class perform the more difficult, sensitive, and complex program formulation and assessment activities. Field Representatives may also provide leadership and training to incumbents in the entry and second-level classes in this series.

Examination Bulletin

Please read the entire bulletin to obtain specific information about this examination.

Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire

The California civil service selection system is merit-based, and eligibility for appointment is established through a formal examination process. The Field Representative, School Administration (Specialist) examination consists of a Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire (QAQ) that will be used to evaluate your experience, education, and training. The QAQ is the entire examination and will account for 100% of your score. Candidates will receive notification of their score by mail.

General Instructions/How to Apply

To apply for this examination, you must submit a complete application package which includes an Employment Application (STD. 678), the Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire with the Affirmation Statement, and evidence of completion of the education/credential requirement.

Please submit your completed application package to:

California Department of Education
Examination & Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Room 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814

How to Apply for Vacant Positions

If you are successful in the examination, your name will be placed on an eligible list used for hiring. You may receive contact letters inviting you to participate in hiring interviews for Field Representative, School Administration (Specialist) positions. You can also search for Field Representative, School Administration (Specialist) positions by viewing our Job Announcements page. You should review and familiarize yourself with the position description and job duties listed on the Job Announcement prior to your hiring interview.

Questions:   Examinations & Recruitment Office | CDEExams@cde.ca.gov | 916-319-0857
Last Reviewed: Monday, April 15, 2024