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State of Washington

Director of Technical Assistance - School Governance (Charter School Commission)

State of Washington, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502

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Salary:

$105,000.00 - $112,000.00 Annually Location :

Thurston County - Olympia, WA Job Type:

Exempt Remote Employment:

Flexible/Hybrid Job Number:

2025-07258 Department:

State of Washington Charter School Commission Division:

State of Washington Charter School Commission Opening Date:

10/20/2025 Closing Date:

Continuous

Description EXEMPT JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Director of Technical Assistance-School Governance Salary: $105,000 - $112,000 Open Until Filled - Applications will be reviewed every Monday The Washington State Charter School Commission (CSC) seeks to fill a Director of Technical Assistance (DTA) - School Governance in the Commision. This full-time permanent position is based in Olympia, Washington. This position may be eligible for partial telework after onboarding/training is complete. Telework is a combination of in-building and off-site days.

The Washington State Charter School Commission (Commission) is an independent state agency. Our mission is to authorize high-quality charter public schools, especially those designed to expand opportunities for students historically underserved in public education, and to ensure the highest standards of accountability and oversight. The Commission is guided by its Educational Equity Policy: we hold both a moral and legal obligation to cultivate schools where socio-economic status, race, gender, language, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability do not predict academic or life outcomes. Educational equity benefits all students and strengthens communities.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit www.charterschool.wa.gov to review the Commission's Strategic Plan and Educational Equity Policy.

MISSION

To authorize high-quality charter public schools and provide effective oversight and transparent accountability to improve educational outcomes for at-risk students.

VISION

Foster innovation and ensure excellence so that every student has access to and thrives in a high-quality public school.

Position Overview

The Director of Technical Assistance (DTA) - School Governance strengthens the people who make charter schools work: students and families whose voices must be centered, board members who hold community trust, and leaders who need the skills and confidence to govern wisely. The DTA builds authentic partnerships, coaches school leaders and board members through complex decisions and the requirements that keep schools aligned with their commitments to students and families, and creates spaces where communities shape school futures. This role views governance as human stewardship-ensuring decisions honor lived experiences, build belonging, and advance equitable opportunity. The DTA role is highly relational and field-based, with approximately 50% of time spent in schools and traveling across the state to engage directly with school communities, boards, and families. The role requires deep expertise in nonprofit governance along with strong familiarity with public education (including K-12 and/or charter law), strong facilitation and training skills, and a commitment to equity and collective accountability. Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

People-Centered Stewardship & Capacity Building Serve as the Commission's primary contact for a portfolio of schools, building trust-based relationships that balance accountability with support. Lead school performance conversations through site visits, board observations, and community engagement that elevate student and family experiences. Guide the charter renewal process by documenting how schools and boards advance equity and serve their communities with integrity. Implement accountability practices that emphasize human outcomes while as well as strong academic, financial, and organizational foundations. Provide clear, actionable coaching to help leaders and boards govern well and adapt to evolving challenges. Build authentic relationships with board members, supporting their roles as stewards of community trust. Design training, coaching, and retreats that strengthen governance skills while centering equity and cultural responsiveness. Support boards through complex situations (leadership transitions, financial challenges, potential closure) with transparency, care, and community alignment. Promote board practices that are inclusive, relational, and accountable to the people they serve. Community Engagement & Belonging

Foster opportunities for families, students, and partners to shape school decision-making. Lead the Commission's complaint process to ensure it is accessible, culturally responsive, and family centered. Represent the Commission at community events and forums to build trust and shared responsibility for student success. Integrate community voices into governance practices and policy development. Continuous Learning & Shared Growth

Document and share promising practices in governance and engagement to build collective knowledge. Contribute to Commission and school learning by integrating research, reflection, and community wisdom. Track national and local trends in authorizing, nonprofit governance, and equity practices to keep the Commission's work people-focused and innovative. Required Qualifications

Relevant degree-such as Education Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field. Additional qualifying experience may substitute year for year for education.

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dditional qualifying experience must be of the same type and in the same fields as those listed above.) Minimum of five years of experience in public education, nonprofit governance, school leadership, or a related field. Experience coaching leaders and boards through growth and conflict. Expertise in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership. Familiarity with K-12 education law, policy, or practice. Proven ability to navigate conflict successfully in high pressure, high stakes environments. Commitment to racial equity, cultural responsiveness, and authentic community partnership. Desired Qualifications

Experience in program evaluation, policy development, or systems-level improvement. Background in school leadership, governance, or authorizing. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver ongoing capacity-building technical assistance Experience developing scalable systems while honoring community context and lived realities. Skilled communicator and facilitator Comfortable building systems in emerging or start-up contexts. Ability to thrive in a small, nimble team with a collaborative, responsive culture. A demonstrated understanding of governance as stewardship of community trust

Compensation

The annual compensation for the position is $105,000 - $112,000 per year and will depend upon experience, educational background, and qualifications. Washington State has a generous benefit package including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement, and an optional deferred compensation program. Please go to the following websites for benefit information; www.hca.wa.gov for information regarding health benefits and www.drs.wa.gov for retirement plan information. This position serves at the pleasure of the Executive Director and is civil service exempt. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit. Application Process

Those interested in this position must apply through Careers.wa.gov.

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pplications must include the following documents in MS Word and PDF format only:

A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement. A current résumé, and. A list of three or more professional references.

Please address

any questions to : Sal Salazar, Human Resources Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction 600 Washington Street Southeast Olympia, Washington 98504-7200

360-725-6278 :

sal.salazar@k12.wa.us

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at (360) 725-6270 or (360) 725-6066, or e-mail hroffice@k12.wa.us. New Jobs Alert Service

OSPI offers a subscription service, which regularly notifies subscribers of new OSPI employment opportunities on careers.wa.gov. Subscribers are notified via text or email alert. If you are interested in this service, then please subscribe at this location. Washington Charter School Commission provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at 360-725-6271, or email hroffice@k12.wa.us More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:

If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

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Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note:

Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for

exempt

employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

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Please select the answer that best describes your education and experience.

I have a bachelor's degree or higher in Education Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, along with five years of experience in public education, nonprofit governance, school leadership, or a closely related area. I have a combination of education and experience totaling nine (9) or more years of professional level experience in public education, nonprofit governance, school leadership or related field None of the above

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Please describe your experience in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership.

I have 1-3 years of experience in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership. I have 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership. I have 5-8 years of experience in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership. I have 8+ years of experience in nonprofit governance and organizational leadership. None of the above

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Please describe your familiarity with K-12 education law, policy, or practice.

I have 1-2 years of basic familiarity with K-12 education law, policy, or practice, typically gained through coursework, workshops, or adjacent job functions. I have 2-4 years of direct experience demonstrating familiarity with K-12 education law, policy, or practice. I have 4-6 years of sustained and relevant experience with K-12 education law, policy, or practice. I have 8+ years of in-depth, specialized experience showing strong familiarity with K-12 education law, policy, or practice. None of the above

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Please describe your experience designing and delivering ongoing capacity-building technical assistance.

I have 1-2 years of experience supporting the delivery of technical assistance. I have 2-4 years of experience designing and/or delivering technical assistance. I have 5-7 years of experience designing and delivering sustained capacity-building technical assistance. I have 8+ years of experience designing and delivering ongoing capacity-building technical assistance at scale. None of the above

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Did you attach the required documents (cover letter, resume, list of references)?

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Careers.wa.gov OSPI Jobs Page Linkedin Facebook OSPI Employee Referral Military Outreach Event Career Fair Other

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Are you currently an employee at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)?

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