Department of Social Services
Location
Sacramento County, CA | United States
Job description
Are you a results-oriented individual who prides yourself on reasoning logically and creatively to complete your work? 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 work environment? If you answered yes to these questions, then consider a position with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) in the Purchasing, IT Acquisitions and Grants Bureau where you will perform activities including research, development, and contract administration.
This position is eligible for telework up to three (3) days a week and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
The California Department of Social Services, Contracts and Procurement Services Branch, Non-IT Contracts Bureau has an immediate opening for a Staff Services Manager III (SSM III). Persons currently in the classification eligible to transfer, lateral transfers, voluntary demotions, reinstatements, those eligible for appointment from a certification list and employees on a DROA/SROA/Surplus appointment list may apply. Only the most qualified will be interviewed. The SROA/Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their letter.
Under the direction of the Branch Chief the SSM III provides direct supervision, training, and performance evaluations for subordinate managers and staff; reviews procurement and grant packages for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with procurement laws and policies using tools such as State Contracting Manuals, State Administrative Manual, Government Code, Public Contract Code, Memorandums, Broadcast Bulletins, State Contract Advisory Network meetings, the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), Microsoft Office Suite, and other Non-IT Contracts Bureau policies and procedures.
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.
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.
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 [email protected]. Please include the job classification and job control number in the subject line.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
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.
Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
Format on 8.5"x11", 12 pt Arial font, single spaced, on no more than 3 pages. APPLICATION PACKAGES RECEIVED WITHOUT SPECIFIC RESPONSES TO THE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Statement of Qualifications:
- Describe your experience leading a complex solicitation that required research, coordination with multiple stakeholders and innovative solutions.
Requirements: 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.
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 appointment.
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:
• Demonstrates initiative and independence of action in planning and decision making.
• Demonstrates and encourages creative and proactive problem solving.
• Understands the importance of meeting timelines and work priorities.
• Ability to instruct, direct, and prompt subordinates to help them perform to their full potential.
• Experience managing government procurement and/or contracts, including demonstrated experience understanding, interpreting and accurately utilizing procurement laws, rules, policies and procedures.
• Experience with contract administration and/or procurement functions.
• Broad base of relevant technical knowledge related to state contracting laws, policies, and processes.
• Ability to use specialized knowledge and skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strong and trusting relationships with customers and administrative partners.
• Experience with FI$Cal modules.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications, research, and database programs.
• Willingness to learn the practical application of administrative principles.
• Demonstrates capacity for development.
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
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:
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 [email protected] .
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:
(SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.
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