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SalaryJob Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of the Office of Youth and Community Restoration (OYCR), the Staff Services Manager I, Specialist, will serve as a highly-skilled independent, non-supervisory contract and project manager, performing a variety of complex business management duties, grant management, project oversight, technical assistance and procurement functions with one or more state entities (i.e., California Conservation Corp (CCC), California Department of Correction and Rehabilitation’s (CDCR) Pine Grove Fire Camp, and County Conservation Camps) or other vendors to lead OYCRs Workforce Development youth track. These functions require a high level of interpersonal, analytical and communication skills and independence of action in carrying out the responsibility for decisions on assigned projects. The incumbent must possess good judgment, is effective in working with others, and is proficient using Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint. The liaison is expected to engage with youth, staff and executives from OYCR, CCC, CDCR, as well as various county staff and executives. As a result, the Liaison must also demonstrate extreme tact and professionalism to accomplish their tasks
The Workforce Development youth track focuses on youth who are justice impacted as well as youth on probation, youth transitioning from Secure Youth Treatment Facilities into less restrictive programs, and youth re-entering the community after his or her release from incarceration.
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
The work location is very convenient! The CHHS office recently moved into the newly constructed Allenby Building at 1215 O Street in Downtown Sacramento. We are one block away from light rail and public transportation; within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. We offer an onsite cafeteria, coffee shop and a workout room. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50 and Highway 80.
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).
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.
Department Website: https://www.chhs.ca.gov
Special Requirements
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must not be longer than 3 pages, Arial, 12-point font, and 1 inch margins. SOQ must be provided to be considered.
1. Based on the Duty Statement, please explain what interests you about this position with OYCR and explain your qualifications to be successful in this role.
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.
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: 3/12/2024Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
- Familiarity and/or experience with state or local government operations.
- Familiarity and/or experience with community based organizations.
- Familiarity and/or experience with workforce development at state and local levels.
- Familiarity with issues in the juvenile justice system and/or the criminal justice system
- Lived experience within the juvenile care continuum.
- Ability to foster collaboration, mutual respect, and teamwork.
- Exceptional communication skills both verbally and in writing in a well-organized, accurate, clear and concise manner.
- Ability to research, develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and recommendations effectively.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and effective editing skills; highly skilled with Microsoft products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word).
- Ability to maintain poise and good humor while working in a time-sensitive and results-oriented environment.
Benefits
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.
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://www.chhs.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Vanessa Gray
(916) 657-3466
vanessa.gray@dss.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.
Applicant Survey
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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.
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.
