Section Chief - Telework Option

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position. Please see "Special Requirements" section for Statement of Qualifications instructions.

The Section Chief (Staff Services Manager (SSM)II) assists the Operation and Program Support (OPS) Division Chief to develop and implement program policies, guidelines, and procedures that have broad program impact. The Section Chief provides supervision and guidance to staff that perform the following functions: monitors the contractual compliance and financial stability of OYCR contracts, contractors, and contracted activities; provides policy analyses on current OYCR practices against contract, regulatory, and legislative requirements and provides input into the development of program policies and procedures; monitors federal and State statute and regulatory requirements, particularly for the federal Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) grant administration and compliance monitoring as well as other OYCR identified legislation; advances workforce development opportunities and partnerships; and provides consultative advice to executive management on program projects or issues. In addition, the Section Chief is responsible for developing staff, including recruiting and training employees; evaluating staff performance and preparing timely probationary reports, individual development plans, and corrective action, if necessary; conducting regularly scheduled section meetings to share information; and meeting individually with employees to discuss assignments and performance.

The Section Chief is expected to consistently demonstrate a high degree of initiative, good judgment, and follow-through in their work as well as in the leadership and guidance of their team.

Telework / Remote Work Information: This position has been designated as eligible for telework. The position may require in-person attendance when requested.

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

Working Conditions

This is a remote-centered telework position. A teleworker is considered remote-centered if they work fifty percent (50%) or more of their time from an alternate work location (e.g, employee's home).

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-453225

Position #(s):
799-251-4801-XXX

Working Title:
Section Chief - Telework Option

Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY) $7,643.00 - $9,496.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) oversees twelve departments and five offices that provide a range of health care services, social services, mental health services, alcohol and drug services, income assistance, and public health services to Californians from all walks of life. More than 33,000 people work for departments in CHHS at state headquarters in Sacramento, regional offices throughout the state, state institutions and residential facilities serving the mentally ill and people with developmental disabilities.

The state hiring process . Successful applicants will have passed an examination for this classification or be an existing State Employee with transfer eligibility and will have followed the instructions under the Special Requirements and Required Application Documents section. Electronic applications are encouraged, and hardcopy applications will be accepted. Hardcopy applications must include the

Department Website: https://www.chhs.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

No more than two pages,12 point font and standard margins.

1. Describe your knowledge and experience with contract administration, management of contractors, and negotiating contract terms and conditions with contractors.

2. Describe your experience inspecting facilities of any kind; how did you address identified issues or noncompliance to ensure that the facility would adhere to requirements in the future?

3. Please explain your knowledge and experience related to California's public policy process, including reviewing and analyzing legislative proposals, navigating California's budget process, and interpreting and applying state and federal statutes and regulations - provide specific examples detailing your role and work performed.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the recruitment process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are considered limited term, 12 months, and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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: 10/25/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

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:

Ca Health & Human Services Agency
Mail option
Attn: Classification & Pay Unit
P. O. Box 944243, MS 8-15-58

Sacramento , CA 94244-2430

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Ca Health & Human Services Agency
Drop off option
Classification & Pay Unit
Department of Social Services
744 P Street, MS 8-15-58
Sacramento , CA 95814

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the Supplemental Questionnaire submission.
  

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:

• Familiarity and/or experience with the youth justice reform, reimagine justice and/or restorative justice movement work in California.

• Lived experience within the youth justice system.

• Lived experience as a formerly incarcerated person or from a family with system involvement including members in the jail system.

• Experience managing or supporting state or federal grants or programs.

• Experience with system administration, maintaining tables, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing timely solutions.

• Advanced spreadsheet skills and ability to analyze large data sets, draw sound conclusions, and make recommendations.

• Ability to establish priorities, organize workload, multi-task, work well under pressure, and exercise initiative and flexibility.

• Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, be dependable and detailoriented, solve problems and make sound decisions.

• Team-oriented, excellent communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

• Highly skilled in using Microsoft products such as Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, etc.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of management and employees, external groups, and local governments.

• Ability to communicate findings in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner.

• Ability to analyze complex issues and recommend effective courses of action.

• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as a team member.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to make independent, sound, and ethical decisions regarding highly sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.

• Knowledge of state and federal grant administration, evaluation, and reporting processes.

• Excellent attendance, punctuality and dependability.

• Excellent organization skills.

Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees!

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.chhs.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Alani Jackson
(916) 651-0423
Alani.Jackson@chhs.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 Office
(916) 657-2326
EEOoffice@dss.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.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Social Services must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement:

CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Social Services, please contact the Examination Unit at examinations@dss.ca.gov .

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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.