CATEGORICAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST - JOB POSTING #150 at Rialto Unified School District Share on X - Application Deadline 5/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/24/2026 Contact Lise Lieberman Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range Range 42 $30.94 - $39.54 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Designated Bilingual/ Biliterate positions are paid an additional 2.75% of base salary. "Fully paid medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance above and beyond salary for the employee and eligible dependents." Length of Work Year 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 12 months per year. Employment Type Full Time Exams: MS Excel Formulas, MS Word & Written Exam Tentative Exams: To Be Announced About the Employer MISSION: The mission of the Rialto Unified School District, the bridge that connects students to their aspirations for the future, is to ensure each student achieves personal and career fulfillment within a global society, through a vital system distinguished by: - High expectations for student achievement - Safe and engaging learning environments - Effective family and community involvement - Learning opportunities beyond the traditional school setting - Appreciation of universal diversity BELIEFS: We believe that… - Everyone has unique talent - There is boundless power in all of us - All people have equal inherent worth - Diversity is strength - Each person deserves respect - High expectation inspires high achievement - Risk is essential to success - Common and individual interest are reciprocal - Integrity is critical to trust - Honest conversation leads to understanding - Music is the universal language - A strong community benefits all of its members - Everyone can contribute to the good of the community Job Summary DEFINITION: Under the direction of the, assigned Administrator or Supervisor, provide direct support to the District and schools concerning student achievement on local District and State assessments; assist in the planning, operation, organization, and coordination of a variety of categorical programs; provide technical assistance for State and federal program compliance, reporting and budget support to school sites; organize the distribution and collection of all related program materials, create and maintain databases and all required documentation for State and/or federal program audits; perform other job-related duties as assigned and/or as required. Requirements / Qualifications - - IMPORTANT NOTE - - - THE RIALTO USD EDJOIN APPLICATION HAS BEEN REVISED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION TO ENSURE THAT IT IS FULLY COMPLETED. Experience: Three years of directly related computer experience. Recent job-related experience within the last five years is required. Education: Verification of a High School diploma, a GED certificate, or a higher degree is required at time of hire. All of the following documents are required for this position: A COMPLETED EDJOIN APPLICATION CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING LICENSES, CERTICATIONS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Letter(s) of Recommendation ( - Two (2) letters of recommendation are REQUIRED. All letters MUST be SIGNED and DATED within ONE (1) year. Acceptable signatures are: electronic document (Docusign or similar platform) or handwritten scanned signatures. Typed signatures will not be accepted.)Resume Comments and Other Information Application Requirements - Applicants must clearly and specifically describe how they meet the qualifications for the position. - All sections of the application must be fully completed, even if a resume is submitted. - Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Submission Deadline All applications and required attachments must be submitted through EDJOIN.org no later than 4:00 PM on the closing date. Paper applications and attachments will not be accepted. Email Communication - A valid email address is required. - All notifications regarding testing, interviews, and application status will be sent via email through EDJOIN. - Applicants are responsible for checking their email regularly, including spam or junk folders, as the District is not responsible for missed communications. Testing and Interview Process - Test dates, times, and locations will be determined after the position closes. - Qualified applicants will be notified by email. - A valid government-issued photo identification is required. - Late arrivals will not be admitted. Conditions of Employment - All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, and background checks conducted by the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. - The District does not pay third-party vendors for employment references. Foreign Transcript Evaluation - Applicants who completed coursework at institutions outside the United States must obtain a professional evaluation of their foreign transcripts and degrees prior to applying and upload the evaluation with their application. - Evaluations must be completed by one of the approved agencies listed on the Rialto Unified School District website. - These agencies charge a fee and require original official documentation. Veterans’ Examination Credit Veterans seeking examination credit must electronically attach a copy of their DD 214 (proof of service and/or disability) to their application. Testing Accommodations Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation for testing procedures by contacting (909) 820-7700, extension 2400 prior to the closing date. Previous Examination Results Applicants who have previously passed the written examination for this position and do not wish to retest must upload their passing score notification with their application. Applicants may elect to retest to achieve a higher score. If a lower score is earned, the previous higher passing score will remain on record for the life of the eligibility list. If the written examination has been revised or modified, retesting will be required. WRITTEN EXAM REVISION DATE: 09/2023 Cal. PERS Links Not all postings qualify for Cal. PERS. Informational Only. Cal. PERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY