Job Posting: LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST

Department of Social Services

JC-100406
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LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST

$3,108.00 - $5,801.00

Final Filing Date: 3/1/2018

Job Description and Duties

PLEASE NOTE:  A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.  PLEASE SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS” SECTION FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS.


THE COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION, CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM IS RECRUITING FOR 2 PERMANENT, FULL-TIME, LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST (LPA) POSITIONS.  THESE POSITIONS ARE LOCATED IN SACRAMENTO, CA.  THESE POSITIONS ARE PENDING HR APPROVAL.

 

Under the supervision of a Licensing Program Manager I (LPM I), the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) is responsible for a full range of licensing duties which may include: developing and implementing orientations/training programs, reviewing applications, recommending license approval/denial, performing on-site facility evaluations, investigating complaints in licensed and unlicensed facilities, recommending and preparing administrative actions to deny, revoke, and suspend facility licenses.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This work location is nestled in a park-like setting with easy access to public transportation, I-80, I-5 and Highway 50.  We are within minutes to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. We offer an onsite café and free parking.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-100406
Position #(s):
800-885-8223-XXX
Classification:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST
$3,108.00 - $5,801.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals?  Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment?  The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids and protects needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility and foster independence.  CDSS employees are our most important resource in serving California’s needy and vulnerable children and families.  It is the mission of the Community Care Licensing Division to promote the health, safety, and quality of life of each person in community care through the administration of an effective and collaborative regulatory enforcement system.

The state hiring process.  Successful applicants will have passed an examination for this classification, or be an existing State Employee with transfer eligibility and will have followed the instructions under the Special Requirements and Required Application Documents section.  Electronic applications are encouraged and hardcopy applications will be accepted. Hardcopy applications must include the Job Control and Position numbers in the “Explanation” section and be signed and dated.

Special Requirements

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be selected for interview.  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, as well as a copy of a degree, diploma or transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications) at the time of the interview. Do not upload these documents as attachments when submitting your application. These documents should be provided during the interview process. 


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.

 

Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review.  Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position.  If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to an on-site interview.  Responses 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.

 

Subject to fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by DOJ/FBI. This position requires lifting & carrying up to 25 pounds, climbing stairs, sitting for extended periods and using a computer & keyboard.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 3/1/2018

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, eligible for a Training and Development assignment, have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility, or have list eligibility (or are in the process of obtaining list eligibility). SROA and Surplus candidates may attach “surplus letters” to their applications. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected for an interview.

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Social Services
Attn: Department of Social Services
P. O. Box 944243 - MS 8-15-59
Sacramento, CA 94244-2430

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Social Services/Cert Unit
P. O. Box 944243 - MS 8-15-59
Sacramento, CA 94244-2430
744 P Street, Sacramento CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Documents

Please submit the following items with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.jobs.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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.  This position requires lifting & carrying up to 25 pounds, climbing stairs, sitting for extended periods and using a computer & keyboard.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program and monthly $65 transportation voucher.  Click here to view all the attractive benefits available to state employees!

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Pamela Chavez
(916) 263-2000

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 657-2326
EEOoffice@dss.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.