What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I position at Department of Consumer Affairs?
This position is subject to Title 16 section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.
* Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*.
If this is a limited term position, it may be extended up to 24 months and/or become permanent.
If this is a part-time or intermittent position, the time base may be increased up to full time.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
The incumbent is a Work Week Group E employee and is expected to work 40 hours per week each year, and may be required to work specified hours based on the business needs of the office, in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential. The incumbent must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position at a workstation throughout the day and must occasionally position self to perform a variety of tasks including retrieval of files. Additionally, the incumbent is required to travel throughout an assigned geographical area by various methods of transportation.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
This position is located in Rancho Cordova, CA.
**Free Parking**
The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.
DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.
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: 5/1/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.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.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Statement of Qualifications Instructions" below:
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to work cooperatively with others, work efficiently, report to work on time, maintain consistent, regular attendance, work under changing priorities or deadlines, look and act in a professional manner, and exhibit courteous behavior towards coworkers.
- Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
- Ability to ask effective questions, evaluates information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.
- Degree in law, public policy, public administration, social work, community organization and/or other public policy related major
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.
- Positive attitude and highly motivated.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lyndsay Chambers
(279) 260-2401
lyndsay.chambers@dca.ca.gov
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 Officer
(916) 574-8280
EEO@dca.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.
Statement of Qualifications Instructions
Your SOQ must be typed, at least one (1) full page but less than two (2) pages in length, and formatted using 12-point Arial font, single spacing, and one-inch margins.- Your SOQ must contain your name and the position's Job Control (JC) Number and Position Number in the header.
- Respond to the prompt below.
SOQ Prompt:
- Provide a narrative that outlines your relevant experience, education, and training that specifically qualifies you to perform the duties outlined in the duty statement.
Additional Information
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx) please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.
DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Electronic applications through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended.
Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf
Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.
- Multiple positions may become available.
Electronic Submission:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through Cal Career account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
U.S Postal Service Mail:
Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.
Hand Delivery:
Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Please Note: The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
Please note that the Cal Career system will not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalHR Cal Careers account, you may contact the Cal Career Unit at (866) 844-8671.
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.
