Manager, Social Security Programs Unit (Supervisor I)

Job Description and Duties This position is located in the City of Sacramento. Under the supervision of the Participant Services Support Section Chief, the Supervisor I works in the role of Manager, Social Security Programs Unit and is responsible for a wide variety of assignments related to Social Security Administration’s (SSA) programs nationally and within the state. These assignments include the analysis and evaluation of issues, policies, processes, and procedures relating to the department’s relationship with the Social Security Administration. The Manager, Social Security Programs Unit recommends procedures for providing vocational rehabilitation services to recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits; acts as the department’s liaison to those federal and state agencies that determine eligibility for, and pay benefits to, SSI/SDI recipients. The Manager, Social Security Programs Unit is responsible for program and policy development and the presentation of policy recommendations to executive management for consideration. The Manager, Social Security Programs Unit is the lead for the implementation and monitoring of the Ticket to Work, Work Incentives Improvement Act. Some travel is required. Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. Multiple vacancies may exist. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements If mailing in an application, include JC# 536850 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:The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how an applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the qualifications listed in this section. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without the SOQ will be disqualified. These guidelines must be followed when completing the SOQ: • Include your name, and the title “Statement of Qualifications” at the top of the first page.• Responses must be no more than three pages in length and in no less than Arial 12-point font size.• Address the following questions separately, indicating the corresponding number, and include specific examples. 1. Describe your knowledge of the purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014, and demonstrated belief in the talent and abilities of individuals with disabilities. 2. Describe your knowledge of and experience with the Social Security Administration Ticket to Work Program and Work Incentives Planning and Benefits Counseling to recipients of SSI and/or SSDI. 3. Describe your experience and demonstrated ability to cultivate a high performing team utilizing training and development, staff motivation and recognition, and performance management. 4. Describe your demonstrated ability and professional experience applying sound judgment and strong leadership when working with highly engaged stakeholders, including how you establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. 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 function as part of a division management team to plan, develop and implement program and department policies and priorities.• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with stakeholders, DOR management and staff, and other state and federal agencies.• Comfortable leading and working through challenging tasks and assignments including providing assistance and leadership to staff, stakeholders and peers.• Practices effective decision making through the application of sound decision making principals.• Possess strong analytical skills.• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, and flexibility.• Demonstrated ability to adjust to shifting priorities and meet stated deadlines and goals. This position requires fingerprinting and a federal background investigation. If selected for this position, appointment is contingent on passing the federal background and fingerprinting check.