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Form of workThe California Department of Social Services Children's Services Quality Management Branch (CSQMB) is an energetic and visible organization that is responsible for maintaining the integrity of child and family services provided by the 58 California counties by providing leadership, training, technical assistance, and oversight of county and community agencies to promote the safety, permanency and well-being of children. We are seeking individuals with positive attitudes who are willing to take on a challenge and to provide leadership, direction, and motivation to staff towards this effort.
Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.
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Telework / Remote Work Information: This position has been designated as eligible for telework. The position may require in-person attendance when requested. Advance in-person notice will be provided when possible. The employee would report to CDSS headquarters (744 P Street) in Sacramento if/when required to attend mandated in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office for required events are the responsibility of the employee. If telework/remote work ends, the position will have to report to CDSS headquarters in Sacramento.
Need help understanding the examination and hiring process? Do you have a question about CDSS? We'd love to hear from you! Please contact us at Recruiter@dss.ca.gov. Please include the job classification and job control number in the subject line.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This work location is very convenient! The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer's markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-423481
Position #(s):
800-529-4800-001
Working Title:
Child Welfare Workforce Development Manager
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,760.00 - $8,398.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids and protects needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility and foster independence. CDSS employees are our most important resource in serving California's needy and vulnerable children and families.
The Child Welfare Workforce Development Section's (CWWDS) primary focus is oversight of the development, support, education, and capacity building of Child Welfare agency workers, and probation placement officers. Our vision is to meet the needs of vulnerable children and their families more effectively and holistically through innovative and effective education and Workforce Development services. The CWWDS oversees and supports capacity building and training of Child Welfare professionals via contractual relationships with public universities supporting the Title IV-E stipend, the Regional Training Academies, and Chief Probation Officers of California. The CWWDS also collaborates with additional vendors, and statewide stakeholders to achieve our mission. The CWWDS oversees the coordination of training efforts for new initiatives and program development across the Children and Family Services Division (CFSD).
CDSS Culture
CDSS' goal is to foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion within our Department, that actively invites the contribution and participation of all people, and is representative of the varied identities and different perspectives in California. In our role as public administrators, our charge is to ensure that our programs and our workplaces provide all Californians the opportunity to thrive.
Special Requirements
Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
Submit an original signed State Application (STD 678) along with a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ should provide a response to the following:
1. This job requires robust knowledge of Child Welfare training, Workforce Development, contract development and contract management including, budgeting and funding. Please describe what experiences prepare you to direct and manage the Child Welfare training and Workforce Development from a leadership and technical skill perspective.
2. Please share a difficult problem that you have negotiated a solution for involving multiple competing interests and priorities and what you learned from the experience.
3. Please describe your leadership and team building skills including the strategies you utilize to organize and track the work of a team. Please use a specific example to share your experience of doing this.
The SOQ must be limited to two pages in length and formatted using 12-point Arial font, single spacing with one-inch margins. Applications submitted without a SOQ will not be evaluated and will be considered a waiver of interest. A resume, cover letter, or other documents do not substitute for the SOQ.
Applications will not be accepted that did not follow instructions or are missing a Statement of Qualifications that is responsive to the questions posed. Applications will be screened based on experience and desirable qualifications. Only the most qualified who submit the signed State Application (STD 678) and Statement of Qualifications will be interviewed. Subject to SROA process.
This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection 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 office 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 temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
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 an 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: 4/2/2024
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 Social Services
Attn: Classification & Pay Unit
P.O.Box 944243
Sacramento , CA 94244-2430
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Social Services
Classification & Pay Unit
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 SOQ submission.
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 or knowledge of: Leadership, organizational change management, developing new units, and building teams; County Child Welfare, Contract and Project Management, Budgets and funding streams.
Ability to: Think creatively and work collaboratively to solve problems; work as a contributing member of a team; foster collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders; remain both assertive and act with diplomacy.
Interest in: Learning about, researching and improving Child Welfare system, funding, and best practices; Efficient, economical, and effective business processes.
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.
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Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Alana Dussell
(279) 789-0110
alana.dussell@dss.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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