Executive Director

The Executive Director (ED) reports to the Chair of the Commission who takes direction from the Commission's Executive Committee further validated by the full slate of Commissioners. The Executive Director institutes, directs, and monitors proper management, fiscal, and personnel controls as detailed in Government Code, California Code of Regulation, Commission By-Laws and State of California guidelines and policies for state agencies. The Executive Director guides and partakes in strategic planning development to attract financial support and leads the Commission in the execution of strategic plans, policies, and processes to further the Commissions goals.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

- Fast-paced, professional work environment with competing priorities, fiscal constraints, tight deadlines, and limited staff.

- This position is part of a distributed team that involves regular telework and reporting to the office as needed/required.

- When in the office working in a climate-controlled, open office environment, under artificial lighting; exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment.

- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for conferences/training/meetings.

- Ability to navigate political nuances in a bi-partisan way with the aim of putting women and girls first.

Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-449027

Position #(s):
329-001-5382-004

Working Title:
Executive Director

Classification:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COMMISSION ON STATUS OF WOMEN $11,468.00 - $13,245.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

Work Shift:
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information The Commission on the Status of Women and Girls (CCSWG) works in a culturally inclusive manner to promote equality and justice for all women and girls by advocating on their behalf with the Governor, the Legislature and other public policymakers, and by educating the public in the areas of economic equity including educational equity, access to health care including reproductive choice, violence against women and other key issue areas identified by the Commission as significantly affecting women and girls.
Department Website: https://women.ca.gov/

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/23/2024
Who May Apply
This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position by the State of California.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Commission on the Status of Women and Girls
Attn: Christie House
C/O Department of General Services
PO Box 989052
West Sacramento , CA 95798-9052

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Commission on the Status of Women and Girls
Christie House
C/O Department of General Services
PO Box 989052
West Sacramento , CA 95798-9052

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Cover Letter

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

A proven leader with the demonstrated ability to manage, organize and develop people creating a positive culture of collaboration and respect.

A strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.

Ability to pivot, be flexible, and respond to unforeseen needs of the Commission based on real-time uncontrollable events

Ability to improve the brand of the Commission through excellent communications skills.

Be a selfless leader allowing other staff members to grow and receive appropriate recognitions.

Ability to work with Executives, Community Leaders, Representatives, Government offices and private industry to accomplish the mission of the Commission.

Have a keen understanding of legislation, testimonies, policy, planning, budget cycles and the relationships needed to carry out short, mid and long-term strategic initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to understand, appropriately create and apply organizational continuity through planning, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies and the linkages and opportunities between all.

Proven partnership development experience both internally and externally.

Be a person of character possessing leadership traits such as integrity, personal courage, empathy, drive, presence, sound judgement, and adaptability always keeping the mission top of mind-betterment for women and girls.

Be a person dedicated to partnership, and collaboration, navigating consensus, and promoting unity at all times.

Be a person devoted to the bigger picture, separating personal prowess, maintaining & executing united commission vision.

Broad experience in leading panel discussions, delivering keynotes, and engaging in public speaking.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.