Licensing Program Manager I (LPM I) (Licensing Program Manager I)

Job Description and Duties THE CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM IS RECRUITING FOR A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER I (LPM I). THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN EL SEGUNDO, CA. The LPM I is responsible for supervising a unit of Licensing Program Analysts (LPA). The LPM I may provide direction to the office and supervise the unit clerks. The LPM I assigns licensing responsibilities to various LPAs, provides direction and technical assistance to the LPA and monitors and evaluates LPA performance. The LPM I reviews staff work to ensure conformity with policies and procedures; holds informal hearings with facility operators; provides consultation and directions to LPAs; and may occasionally be assigned to lead or participate in special projects or task forces related to changes in organization, regulations, policy and procedures. The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. If you would like to share how you learned about this career opportunity, please take a moment to complete our brief Recruitment Survey. Need help with applying for positions, taking an examination, or preparing for interviews? Our team is here to support you, reach out anytime at Recruiter@dss.ca.gov. For guidance on applying for a state job, visit Three Steps to a State Job Follow us on LinkedIn to stay updated on our latest opportunities. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position. Do not include any confidential information in 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. Statement of Qualifications SOQ 1. Std. 678 Application - All interested applicants are required to include the position number and job control number on the STD 678 Examination/Employment Application in the Job Title section. 2. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Applicants must submit an SOQ for this position. The SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single spaced and in 12-point font. Please provide a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills best qualify you for this position. A notation or reference to other materials such as resumes or applications will not be considered and will not substitute for the SOQ. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be selected for interview. Applications received without the SOQ addressing each of the stated areas will not be considered. 3. Valid Driver’s License - Candidates selected for interview will be required to provide a copy of a valid driver's license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Do not upload this document as attachment when submitting your application. This document should be provided during the interview process. 4. Fingerprint Clearance – Candidate is subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation. This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code. 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 inaccurate or incomplete. 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. 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 work independently and as part of a team, exercise good judgment, communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in writing, valid CA driver's license and ability to travel. Work hours and schedules may vary.