Job Posting: Legislative Coordinator - Staff Services Manager I (Specialist)

First 5 California

JC-332068
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Legislative Coordinator - Staff Services Manager I (Specialist)
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

$6,563.00 - $8,153.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/20/2022

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction from the Deputy Director in the External and Governmental Affairs Office (EGAO), the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) will be responsible for one or a combination of assigned program and policy areas in Public Education, Childcare, Health Care Delivery Systems, Mental Health, and Substance Use Disorder Services, Employment and Labor, and Social Services. This position functions as a nonsupervisory staff specialist in support of the commission's programs and policies and will represent the commission with various legislative representatives.


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.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

*This position is eligible for telework 3 days a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-332068
Position #(s):
319-001-4800-925
Working Title:
Legislative Coordinator - Staff Services Manager I (Specialist)
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
$6,563.00 - $8,153.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Week:
Monday – Friday

Department Information

Convene, partner in, support and help lead the movement to create and implement a comprehensive, integrated and coordinated system for California's children prenatal through 5 and their families. Promote, support and optimize early childhood development.

Special Requirements

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: 10/20/2022

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 General Services
Attn: DGS-OHR/Certification Unit
P.O. Box 989052
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9052

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of General Services
Office of Human Resources-Reception
Office of Human Resources
707 3rd Street, Suite 7-130
West Sacramento, CA 95605
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    1. Please explain what experience you have with the legislative process. If you do not have experience with legislation what qualities, skills, training, education, experience, or abilities do you possess that you feel would translate to working with or learning legislation?


    2. Please explain what experience you have with regulations or rule-making. If you do not have experience with regulations or rule-making, what qualities, skills, training, education, experience, or abilities do you possess that you feel would translate to working with or learning regulations or rule-making?

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

-Extensive experience in developing, drafting, and editing legislative analyses;
-Demonstrated strength in analytical and research skills;
-Knowledge or experience with early education, childhood development, and health and human services policies;
-Demonstrated ability to think critically;
-Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing; and
-Ability to multi-task between competing priorities simultaneously and effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

  • Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Holidays and leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • Commute Program
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts


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Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/home.aspx
Hiring Unit Contact:
Corey Hudson
(916) 263-1065
chudson@ccfc.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 Main Line
(916) 376-5400
DGSEEO@dgs.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.

Reporting Location

First 5 California
2389 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 260
Sacramento, CA, 95833

Please specify RPA 22797-First5 and JC-332068 on your state application.

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.