Job Description

Job Description and Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

The Employment Training Panel (ETP) is recruiting for a Staff Services Manager (SSM) III, Chief of Program Operations. Due to the workload demand and supervision of staff in Southern California, this position may be headquartered in either Sacramento, or be out-stationed in either the San Diego or North Hollywood Regional Office.

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Chief Deputy Director. The incumbent will also provide the highest level of program assistance and expertise to Panel members, ETP Executive staff, interdisciplinary groups and stakeholders as appropriate.

This position may be headquartered in either Sacramento, San Diego, or North Hollywood and may be eligible for telework under ETP's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed.  Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

 Position exists at 1100 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814

Our office is situated next door to the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacramento.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

This position requires travel to Regional Offices and employers in Northern and Southern California as needed.

Special Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification.

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. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at .

Please only submit ONE application.  Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.  This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment 

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

For more information about the State hiring process,  click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job,  click here .

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:

• Apply a strengths-based approach to staff supervision
• Interpreting legislation, regulations, and/or guidelines relevant to your responsibilities
• Work and communicate effectively and collaboratively with management, team and partners
• Work independently and take lead responsibility for key projects
• Be self-motivated and identify opportunities for improvement

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.  The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.

The SOQ must be titled "Statement of Qualifications” with the applicant's full name and JC number on the upper left-hand corner. Additionally, the SOQ must be typed, single spaced, 12-point font, no more than 2 pages in length, and specifically address the questions numbered and in the order listed below.

1. Describe your experience and approach leading, directing, and evaluating multidisciplinary teams engaged in policy, strategy, and program management functions of a public agency or non-governmental organization to advance the strategic goals of an organization. Please provide examples of your experience with organizational leadership, oversight and accountability, and program evaluation.
2. Describe your experience working as a principal advisor to executive leadership, boards and/or committees, regulatory agencies, and the Legislature. Please include examples of how you gained the confidence and support of these stakeholders to carry out new strategies and policy directives.
3. Describe your experience in the workforce sector, developing new strategies for workforce development programs that might include pipeline, education and training, and retention opportunities that focus on communities of need and marginalized populations. Include examples that demonstrate your experience leading and innovating workforce development programs as outlined above.

Applicants who do not follow these instructions will not be considered for the interview process.

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 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 -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
  Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.

• Other - Please provide a copy of your transcript/diploma if you are using your education to meet the minimum requirements.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work,

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