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Form of workUnder administrative direction of the Chief Deputy Director, Program Services, the Chief Equity Officer (Exempt), Service Access and Equity Division, formulates, develops, and implements policies and procedures to support systematic improvements in the delivery of culturally and linguistically responsive services and community engagement in California's developmental services system. Organizes, plans and directs programs that support service access and equity including Deaf Services, Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program, service access and equity grants and community navigators, Tribal engagement, and statewide support of regional center cultural specialists. This position will serve as a key Department of Developmental Services (DDS) leader, supporting the implementation of diversity and inclusion strategies and person-centered practices systemwide. Supports DDS' goals of advancing a system that is culturally and linguistically responsive to the beliefs, values and choices of the diverse people of California.
This position is eligible to participate in DDS' hybrid telework schedule. Participation in telework is subject to DDS' guidelines.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
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.
- CHIEF EQUITY OFFICER
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-410913
Position #(s):
472-552-0555-001
Working Title:
Chief Equity Officer
Classification:
CHIEF EQUITY OFFICER $12,261.00 - $13,662.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Special Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of the candidate's education, experience and/or training that would qualify him/her for this position, related to the Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Abilities, Special Personal Requirements, and Desirable Qualifications. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length.
1. Describe your background, education and experience that would qualify you for this position.
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: 1/18/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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:
Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
Attn: Claudia Lutz
Cert Unit
1215 O Street, MS 10-40
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Developmental Services - Headquarters
Claudia Lutz
Cert Unit
1215 O Street, MS 10-40
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 -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SEE "SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS" ABOVE FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
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:
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and trends of policy formulation and development, emphasis on strategies to strengthen cultural and linguistic competence, community engagement, and person-centered practices within complex systems of care. Principles, practices and trends in programmatic and operational effectiveness evaluation and managing system and stakeholder engagement. Programs, policies and activities of DDS, knowledge of the administration and DDS' goals and objectives, knowledge of populations served by California's Developmental Services System and the relationship between DDS and the RCs in the service delivery system.
Ability to: Develop collaborative working relationships with professionals, parents, legislators, other state agencies and community stakeholders; assess situations accurately and take effective action; establish and maintain cooperative relationships in the workplace; develop and evaluate alternatives; write effectively; consult with and advise executives on a wide variety of subjects; engage effectively with a variety of audiences. Think strategically and function effectively as a member of a top management team. Communicate fluently (verbal and/or written) in a non-English language is preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Five years of experience researching, developing strategies to address service equity and disparity issues in service delivery in developmental services, health, or human services with a focus on strategies to improve service access, cultural and linguistic competence for large complex entities with many stakeholders.
Benefits
As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:
California State Employee Benefits Summary
CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2024
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Additional Information
Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Remove Confidential Information
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Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
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.
