Executive Director

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The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the Commission on State Mandates with statutory authority over resource allocation and personnel, and delegated authority over policy matters, as prescribed in regulation. The Executive Director is appointed by the Commission on State Mandates and serves at the pleasure of the Commission pursuant to Government Code section 17530. The Executive Director must be an active member of the California Bar in good standing.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is currently eligible for up to 3 days of telework per week and must work at least 2 days in the office per week. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

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.

• EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COMMISSION ON STATE MANDATES

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-445801

Position #(s):
356-001-1621-001

Working Title:
Executive Director

Classification:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, COMMISSION ON STATE MANDATES $17,777.00 - $18,210.00

# 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 Mission
The Commission on State Mandates was established as a quasi-judicial agency to resolve disputes between state and local government regarding reimbursement for state-mandated local programs, in compliance with article XIII B, section 6 of the California Constitution, to relieve unnecessary congestion of the courts.

Vision
The Commission on State Mandates fairly and impartially resolves complex legal questions in a deliberative and timely manner, using innovation and collaboration.

Values
We value:
• Courtesy and respect
• Fairness, honesty, and ethical behavior
• A safe and healthy work environment for Commission staff
• Cooperation and collaboration
• Personal and professional development of Commission staff
• Practices that are protective of the environment and human health and are energy and resource efficient
• Efficient and high-performing governmental operations
• Transparency, accessibility, and public participation in Commission processes

Department Website: https://csm.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Applicants must first meet the following filing requirements:

At least five years of broad, responsible, professional experience.

At least two years of the required experience must have included management or supervisory responsibility for a professional staff or consultants involving -

• The direction, planning, research, review and publication of written analyses, reports or research studies;
• Analysis of legislation, state budget, state and federal laws, or regulations;
• Administration, audit, or evaluation of a state or local program; or
• Providing legal services to a state or local agency

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: 10/3/2024
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 State Mandates
OHR - MAILING
Attn: Christie House
Department of General Services
P.O. 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 State Mandates
OHR - DROP OFF
Christie House
Office of Human Resources-Reception
707 3rd Street, Suite 7-130
West Sacramento , CA 95605

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a requirement for this position. Applications submitted without the SOQ will not be considered for this position. The response should be no more than four pages, using Arial 12 point font. Applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the SOQ.
• Other - Copy of California Bar Card
• 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:
Experience in -
• Analyzing complex state and federal laws and regulations and presenting statements of fact, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form in administrative hearings;
• Reviewing and understanding complex legal analyses and court decisions; and,
• Managing or overseeing audits, budgets, revenue and expenditures, contracts, personnel functions and legislative analyses.
Knowledge of -
• The organization, functions, and the state's fiscal relationship with local governments, including cities, counties, special districts, school districts, county offices of education, and community college districts;
• Local agency programs (cities, counties, special districts);
• School district and county office of education programs;
• Community college district programs; and,
• Legislative and regulatory process.

Ability to -
• Gain the confidence and support of high-ranking state officials and local elected officials who are members of the Commission on State Mandates and advise them on a wide range of policy, legal, and fiscal matters;
• Make decisions and be accountable for those decisions;
• Be a strong and decisive leader, who knows when to act;
• Deal with issues of a high profile or politically sensitive nature;
• Ability to prioritize multiple important and time-sensitive matters effectively;
• Review legal analyses of statutes and executive orders that are alleged to constitute a reimbursable state-mandated program;
• Analyze complex state and federal laws and regulations and present statements of fact, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form at Commission hearings;
• Evaluate the validity and significance of cost and audit information, distinguish facts from opinions, distinguish relevant facts from irrelevant facts, and resolve complex problems;
• Formulate policy and strategic direction for the Commission;
• Analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices;
• Develop statewide cost estimates and evaluate proposals for reasonable reimbursement methodologies; and,
• Problem-solve, create new ideas, and develop new approaches to achieve the Commission's mission.

Other Desirable Qualifications
• Other advanced degrees.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://csm.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Christie House
(279) 799-4400
christie.house@dgs.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Dennis Supachana
(916) 323-3562
Dennis.Supachana@csm.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Main Line
(916) 376-5127
DGSEEO@dgs.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a requirement for this position. Applications submitted without the SOQ will not be considered for this position. The response should be no more than four pages, using Arial 12 point font. Applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the SOQ. List the question on the SOQ and answer each of the following questions in order:

1. Describe how your experience and education relates to leading and managing a state agency or department within a state agency.

2. Describe how your education and work experience has prepared you to address issues relating to making quasi-judicial determinations; California State mandates law generally, and the due process requirements afforded to the parties.

3. Describe your experience in Human Resources. Specifically, workforce and succession planning, recruitments, equal employment opportunity, and whether you have experience working with DGS-HR as a contracting agency.

4. Describe how your experience and education relates to developing program budgets, tracking revenue and expenditures, and implementing cost saving measures.

Minimum Qualifications
Education -
• Juris Doctor Degree
• The executive director must be an active member of the California State Bar in good standing. Submit a copy of your California Bar card with your application.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy-influencing functions effectively.
Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of -
• Organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch.
• Principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management;
• Techniques of organizing and motivating groups;
• Program development and evaluation;
• Methods of administrative problem solving;
• Principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and,
• Personnel management techniques.
• Legal research methods and performing research

Ability to -
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branch;
• Plan, organize and direct the work of legal, professional, and administrative staff;
• Communicate effectively; and
• Use a computer, video conferencing platforms, Outlook, word processing, and spreadsheet programs.

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.