Initial Posting Date:

06/08/2026

Application Deadline:

06/23/2026

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:

$7,247 - $11,140

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

District Support Specialist

Job Description:

Position Title: District Support Specialist

Classification: Education Specialist 2

Salary: $7,247 – $11,140 ($7,751 - $11,913 PERS)

Type: Permanent, Full-time, Exempt

We are seeking a District Support Specialist to join our Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a permanent position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
 

This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would in the office.

What you will do! 

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the catalyst for improvement and innovation within Oregon’s special education system by providing specialized technical assistance, professional development, and capacity-building support to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), Education Service Districts (ESDs), and educational programs. The District Support Specialist focuses on building district capacity through evidence-based practices, translating compliance requirements into effective educational practices, and advancing equity and inclusion for students experiencing disability and disabled students. This role functions as part of IDEA Programs’ support and technical assistance section, working in close collaboration with District Compliance Specialists to ensure both meaningful implementation and continuous improvement across Oregon’s special education system.

Typical duties include:

• Design and deliver data-informed technical assistance and professional development. Build the capacity of LEAs, ESDs, and regions through coaching, mentoring, communities of practice, and targeted PD/TA that translates compliance requirements into effective educational practice, including training related to the Abbreviated School Day (ASD) Program. This is the heart of the role at roughly 60 percent of the work.
• Develop and disseminate accessible, practical resources. Create guidance documents, implementation tools, and family-facing materials that are culturally and linguistically responsive and that clearly distinguish what IDEA requires from recommended best practice, in coordination with OESO leadership and communications.
• Partner with District Compliance Specialists on corrective action and improvement. Align PD/TA with the corrective actions arising from state complaints and dispute resolution, support effective implementation of those outcomes, and help districts address the root causes of noncompliance rather than just the surface finding. This is the role's second major duty at roughly 35 percent.
• Use data to set priorities and steward assigned collections and grants. Analyze district data, monitoring results, dispute resolution findings, and call-tracking patterns to identify needs and shape TA/PD plans, serve as data steward for collections such as Post School Outcomes and discipline data, and manage assigned grants like RTAP, TNF, and PSO.

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Minimum Qualifications: ODE reviews resume to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your resume clearly reflects your relevant experience, as it will be used in place of detailed Workday work history for this agency-specific recruitment.

Master's degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university and five years of education experience in the specialty area under recruitment (e.g., classroom teacher, counselor, itinerant service provider), two years of which includes leadership experience (e.g., lead teacher, program coordinator or director, school administrator) in the specialty area under recruitment.

A Doctorate in Education or related field from an accredited university may substitute for two years of the education experience, but not for the two years of leadership experience.

An Oregon Standard Administrative License (issued by Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission) may substitute for the two years of leadership experience.
 

Preferred Skills & Knowledge (Desired Attributes): A cover letter is required and is an important part of the application process. All application materials are reviewed by Human Resources, the Hiring Manager, and panel members throughout the recruitment process. Your cover letter is a key opportunity to speak directly to each decision-maker, highlight your skills and experience, and demonstrate how your qualifications align with the desired attributes for this role. Cover letter must be no more than two pages.  

• Knowledge of IDEA and Special Education Law: Demonstrates working knowledge of IDEA, applicable Oregon Administrative Rules, Abbreviated School Day Program and related state and federal regulations governing the education of students with disabilities. Able to interpret and apply legal requirements in practical educational contexts.
• Technical Assistance and Professional Development Design: Demonstrates experience designing and facilitating evidence-based training, coaching, or capacity-building support for school districts, ESDs, or comparable organizations in a special education or related educational context.
• Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement: Demonstrates ability to analyze program or district-level data (e.g., monitoring results, dispute resolution findings, student outcome data) to identify trends, establish priorities, and adjust strategies based on findings.
• Collaboration Across Complex Systems: Demonstrates ability to manage multiple cross-functional relationships simultaneously, including with compliance staff, regional providers, LEA/ESD staff, families, and state agency partners, while aligning work across teams with distinct roles.
• Equity and Disability-Centered Practice: Demonstrates a substantive, applied equity lens with specific experience addressing systemic barriers at the intersection of race and disability in educational program design, resource development, professional development, or direct service

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.  

Our Agency Mission and Office Culture: 

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system. 

The Office of Enhancing Student Opportunities (OESO) contributes directly to ODE’s mission by ensuring the implementation of multiple federal programs and Oregon’s System of General Supervision for students from birth to age 21. The office is responsible for implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and multiple titles of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), including Title I-A, Title II-A, Title IV-A, and Title V-B. The purpose of this office is to provide leadership, technical assistance, and monitoring to ensure districts can meet state and federal obligations, improve student outcomes, and foster equitable and inclusive learning environments.

The scope of OESO is extensive, impacting every school district and education service district in the state. The office includes approximately 60 staff and also oversees the Oregon School for the Deaf, which employs an additional approximately 80 staff.

Key programs and initiatives within OESO include:

• Federal Systems: Overseeing ESEA Title programs, managing the consolidated grant application process, and responding to federal

education initiatives.

• IDEA Programs and Inclusive Services: Implementing Oregon’s System of General Supervision for students with disabilities

through early intervention/early childhood special education (EI/ECSE), Regional Inclusive Services (RIS) for low-incidence

disabilities, and PreK-3rd Grade coordination.

• Statewide Improvement Initiatives: Leading efforts in early language and literacy intervention, strengthening the statewide monitoring framework, and providing oversight for Abbreviated School Day Programs.

The work of OESO directly affects local school districts, education service districts, public preschool programs, professional associations, families, and the educators and students served by federal programs and special education services across Oregon.

Oregon State provides amazing benefits! Follow the link below to learn more: 

Oregon Job Opportunities : Benefits : State of Oregon 

Application Resources & Information: 

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.  Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting to have the preference considered. 

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. 

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. 

• Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions on the application process or need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please be sure to include the job requisition number. 

• Oregon Job Opportunities: How to Apply (Internal & External) 

• Understanding the State Application Process 

• Resources for Job Seekers 

Additional Information: 

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. 

• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. 

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. 

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time. 

The Department of Education is an equal employment opportunity & affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.   If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.  

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