Manager (C. E. A.)

Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer of the Financial Management Division, this position is responsible for directing, organizing, and formulating statewide policy on issues pertaining to estimate and budget functions that support Department of Developmental Services (Department) 21 statewide regional centers (RCs) and community services system, state-operated facilities and programs, and Headquarter divisions that serve more than 500,000 California’s with developmental disabilities Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - The Statement of Qualifications is a discussion of the candidate’s education and experience that would qualify him/her for this position, related to the Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Abilities, Special Personal Requirements, and Desirable Qualifications. The statement should be no more than two pages in length and no smaller than 12 font. Applicants are required to respond to pre-determined questions included on the job vacancy announcement, follow all requirements provided in the instructions and submit this document as part of their application along with all other requested documents. Failure to provide an SOQ and follow instructions can result in the applicant being disqualified from the hiring process. A resume and/or cover letter do not take place of an SOQ. In your own words, please: • Provide specific examples of your education, training, and professional experience that demonstrate your qualifications for this position 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: • Demonstrable experience in the State’s budget and estimates processes • Knowledge of California State Government fiscal administrative processes • Demonstrable experience interacting with various State control and fiscal governmental entities (i.e. Department of Finance, Legislative Analyst’s Office, etc.) • Knowledge of the Department of Developmental Services, including its programs, the needs of the citizens it serves, the Lanterman Act and the developmental center and regional center systems. • Strong management skills, particularly in the area of fiscal policy, and the demonstrated ability to establish priorities and successfully resolve issues. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, management and leadership skills to ensure successful performance in an Executive role. • Experience fostering a work environment that enhances recruitment and retention. • Ability to coordinate a large, complex project that includes multidisciplinary involvement by Department staff.