Program Secretary (ID 2986) - Open at San Diego County Office Of Education Share on X - Application Deadline 6/29/2026 3:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/17/2026 Contact Classified Recruitment Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $52,280 - $66,726 Annually Add'l Salary Info Classified Support Grade 041 Length of Work Year 12 Months, 244 workdays plus up to 16 paid holidays, 8 hours per day, 5 days per week Employment Type Full Time Location East County Regional Education Center, 924 E Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92021 Employee Benefits This position is full-time and will offer the classified benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the Cal. PERS state retirement system. Job Summary The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Program Secretary. Under general supervision, a Program Secretary performs a full range of secretarial support services of average difficulty requiring the use of independent judgment. The current assignment is located in the East County Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) department in El Cajon, CA as part of the Student Services and Programs division within SDCOE. Please note that while this current assignment is for the location listed, employees of SDCOE may be administratively reassigned to other locations based on organizational needs. Grant Funding: Please note that this position is grant-funded through 06/30/2028. Requirements / Qualifications This position requires one year of progressively responsible office/secretarial experience and training demonstrating the knowledge and abilities listed in the job description. Work experience involving the use of computers for word processing and computerized recordkeeping is required. To be considered for this position, please individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application: - Resume, detailing education and experience as it relates to this position Type of examination(s) for this classification: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose qualifications most closely match the classification requirements will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process. The examination process may consist of one or more of the following examination components: a multiple-choice examination, an oral examination, a written examination, a practical demonstration, a performance examination, and/or a technical evaluation of the application. The results of this recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list to fill the current vacancy and any other vacancies in this classification for the next six (6) months, or until the list is terminated. Comments and Other Information p { margin: 5 px 0; } br { line-height: 1; } hr { margin: 10 px 0; border: none; border-top: 1 px solid #ccc; } .link-group a { display: inline-block; margin: 2 px 0; } For inquiries regarding this position, please reach out to the Human Resources contact listed on this posting. To maintain a fair and consistent process, please do not reach out to the hiring department or its staff. Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities! Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact. The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer. About SDCOE - The San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) serves the region's most vulnerable students, and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county. We support about 780 schools and nearly 500,000 students, including the children we educate each year through our Juvenile Court and Community Schools. SDCOE provides a variety of services for the 42 school districts, 129 charter schools, and five community college districts in the county. Our mission is inspiring and leading innovation in education and our North Star goal over the next several years is to reduce the percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch as part of a larger effort to elevate the needs of historically underserved students and families. To learn more about SDCOE and the North Star Goal, please visit: To learn more about working at SDCOE, please visit: Need help preparing your application documents or for your interview? Check out our SDCOE HR Tips videos below! Cover Letters Letters of Reference Preparing for an Interview Resumes Links Related To This Job Special Education - East County SELPA San Diego County Office of Education Directions to SDCOE Human Resources Services Department Cal. PERS Links Not all postings qualify for Cal. PERS. Informational Only. Cal. 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