Deputy Director (C. E. A.)

Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of Community Assistance and Empowerment Chief, the Deputy Director for Community Assistance and Resolutions Division (CARD), provides leadership, sets and updates policy for Community Appeals and Resolutions Branch (CARB), Conservatorship and Foster Grandparent Senior Companion Section (CFGSC), and provides administrative supervision and support for the Office of Developmental Servies Ombudsperson (ODSO). The Deputy Director serves as the Department of Developmental Services (Department) representative to community organizations, regional centers (RCs), other state departments, the public, the media, the Legislature, and other interested parties. The incumbent will lead engagements with RCs and other community partners regarding CARB, ODSO, and CFGSC Section. In addition, the CEA will support ODSO in similar public engagements, and in internal engagements regarding recommendations for policy and practice changes. Functions as part of the Department’s executive management team on matters affecting the Department and its workforce. 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: 1. Describe an experience where you led an organization or initiative that received information from internal and/or external individuals and/or entities. Explain how you used the information to effect change. 2. In this role, explain how you would approach using incoming information to make improvements for the individuals who receive regional center services? Describe the people you would need to interact with, and why? 3. Explain you leadership style, and how your leadership qualities will contribute to the effective and successful management of these programs, stakeholder, and staff. 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: Knowledge of: The Lanterman Act, federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and programs, policies, and activities of the developmental disabilities services system; the organization and functions of California State government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch, principles and practices of policy formulation and development; principles of informal and formal dispute resolution, including informal and formal practices principles, practices, and trends of policy formulation; the Department’s goals and objectives; advanced skills in data analysis, infographics, and Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Ability to: Plan, organize, and oversee; gain the confidence and support of top-level administrators and advise on a wide range of program matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, stakeholders, and the Legislative and Executive Branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action. Synthesize data from a variety of sources and disciplines. Analyze data and present information and ideas effectively. Develop, review, and edit sensitive and complex written reports and establish and maintain project priorities.