Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Workforce Development Bureau (WDB) of the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is seeking a critical thinker who can manage and improve employee assistance programs, organizational development services, and employee on boarding, as well as serve as the department training administrator, is a highly motivated self- starter, and possesses excellent communication skills. If you enjoy collaborating with all levels of staff who are focused on employee assistance, organizational development, and training, this is the perfect position for you. We have flexible schedules in a hybrid (Telework/remote and on campus) work environment. The incumbent will closely interact with various levels of CDSS leadership, customers, vendors, and subject matter experts throughout CDSS to supervise and deploy employee assistance, organizational development, on boarding, and training and facilitation activities.

The Workforce Development Bureau (WDB) is seeking a leader who is passionate about cultivating a positive employee experience and workplace culture. If you are organized, creative, have excellent communication skills, and a strong background in employee assistance, organizational development and facilitation, this is the job for you!

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with both remote work and on site opportunities.

The Organizational Development and On boarding Specialist will act as a highly skilled specialist and work closely with all levels of staff and management throughout the department.

The incumbent will be responsible for the programs such as the department’s:
Employee Assistance Program
Organizational Development Services
Departmental On boarding
Department Training Administrator
Department Meeting Coordination/Facilitation

We can't wait to meet you and welcome you to the team!

This is a 12-month limited term position and may be extended to a maximum of 24-months and/or may become permanent based on operational needs.

The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.

Would you like more information regarding career opportunities with the CDSS?  We’d love to hear from you!  Please contact us at Recruiter@dss.ca.gov and include the job classification and job control number in the subject line. Information about applying for a state job can be found here: .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• This position works under the Human Resources Services Branch (HRSB) and is privileged with access to  confidential information. The employee acknowledges sensitive and/or confidential information is not to be  discussed, copied, or shared with unauthorized personnel outside HRSB.

• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.

• Duties of this position are primarily conducted indoors.

• Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)

• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

• Additional working condition(s): Travel throughout the State may be required on an occasional basis.

This work location is very convenient!  The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location. 

Special Requirements

Please Note:  A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Do not include any confidential information on 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.

1. Please tell us how your background, experience, and education have prepared you for the Organizational Development and On boarding Specialist position?
2. Please provide an example of when you demonstrated initiative and were self-motivated in a professional setting. Please include the results of your efforts.
3. Please share your experience establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.

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 not complete. 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.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

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:

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below.

Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.

• Ability to exercise initiative, good judgment, honesty, and make timely decisions while maintaining positive  and trusting working relationships.

• Ability to plan, organize, communicate, and adapt to changing assignments and priorities, and work  effectively and collaboratively to execute consistently.

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

• Strong critical thinking skills.

• Ability to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement, make sound recommendations, and develop  sustainable process, procedures, and expectations.

• Experience leading high profile events while executing excellent communication skills to coordinate all levels  of stakeholders, including management, CDSS staff, and vendor partners accurately, timely, and tactfully.

• Knowledge and understanding or willingness and ability to learn CDSS organization, culture, and processes

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.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete through the state hiring and recruitment process.  

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement:

Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list.  If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination.  Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary.  For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at:  Examinations@dss.ca.gov .

Required Application Package Documents

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

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at 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.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

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

Job Tags

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