District Administrator (DA) (Supervisor I)

Job Description and Duties This position is located in the city of Auburn, CA. Provides direct supervision and training to SVRC-QRPs, SVRCs, Staff Services Analysts and other team staff on medical, psychological, community or regulatory matters; approve staff casework on an ongoing basis; supports counselors with interpretation of regulations and departmental procedures to provide consumer services; assures decisions related to consumer’s vocational rehabilitation plans are in compliance with the California Code of Regulations, the Code of Federal Regulations, departmental case recording standards, policies and Rehabilitation Directives; directs and manages the unit workload, including casework activities; monitors eligibility and significance of disability determinations, Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) extensions, and completion of annual reviews as required by state and federal laws; directs the completion of District program and case reviews, and special studies to ensure the delivery of quality services, compliance, and level of parity of service within the District or certain specialized efforts. Plans, directs, organizes, evaluates, and monitors the work of assigned team staff and provides direct supervision following personnel policies and procedures; oversees the analysis, evaluation, and reporting of performance, staffing, and budget/fiscal data regarding the level of performance and use of resources in the District; makes recommendations for continuous improvement or remedial action as needed; oversees the administration of personnel matters for the district, such as hiring, probation reports, annual reviews/Individual Development Plans, employee conflicts and complaints; conducts first level management review of telework requests, performance evaluations, and approval authority for Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, QRP; as designated by the District Administrator; works with DOR Labor Relations to ensure harmonious employer-employee relations and to resolve disputes at the lowest level; directs district compliance with personnel and civil rights policies and procedures within mandated timeframes; directs the coordination of district program evaluation and audits to ensure district compliance with state and federal regulations. Multiple vacancies may exist. Special Requirements If mailing in an application, include JC#5368864 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template. Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job. Employment Application (STD.678): It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with the application. The SOQ must address the three questions listed below. The questions should be numbered and answered in order. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be no longer than two (2) pages in length, single-spaced, 12pt. font. Please note: Application packets received without an SOQ will not be considered. 1. Please describe your experience working with individuals with disabilities in a vocational rehabilitation setting. 2. Please describe how you have demonstrated good leadership by directing a team to achieve their shared goals and provide at least one example. 3. Please describe your experience developing and maintaining positive relationships in the community and how that experience would contribute to the mission of the DOR. 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: • Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect; • Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails; • Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations; • High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency; • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio • Knowledge of department's mission and goals; • Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers