REGIONAL MANAGER, SELF SUFFICIENCY and ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Apply NowCompany: Riverside County, CA
Location: Blythe, CA 92225
Description:
Salary : $84,539.36 - $134,103.56 Annually
Location : Blythe
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-79894-01
Department: Dept. of Public Social Services
Opening Date: 02/11/2025
Closing Date: 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) seeks to fill a Regional Manager, Self Sufficiency and Assistance Programs position. This position will be assigned to both the Coachella and Blythe offices, with incumbents required to work at each location two days per week.
This position is responsible for supervising subordinate supervisors within Self-Sufficiency programs, which may include CalFresh, CalWORKs, Child Care, Employment Services (Welfare-to-Work), Homeless Programs, Medi-Cal, and Community Outreach. The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating program operations, overseeing staffing and personnel matters, and providing program expertise to staff.
Competitive candidates will have a strong foundational knowledge of Self-Sufficiency programs, specifically Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and CalFresh, along with substantial supervisory experience. Additionally, experience with CalSAWS and proficiency in Microsoft Office are highly desirable.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!The (DPSS) is comprised of employees who work collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community.
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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plan, coordinate and manage, through subordinate supervisors, all temporary assistance, Welfare-to-Work or Foster Care units within the Department of Public Social Services Administration or a specific geographical region.
Review and analyze legislative changes to determine impact; develop new policies or approve the revisions of existing policies and procedures and disseminate this information.
Review and evaluate program operations and recommend modifications to develop a more efficient operation; review the work of subordinate staff to assure the accomplishment of program goals, efficient staff performance and program compliance; confer with subordinate supervisory personnel and other staff on policy, program and procedure modifications.
Provide direction and guidance on the most difficult program problems.
Prepare a variety of narrative and statistical reports for administrative staff concerning performance standards; prepare correspondence and other reports as required; monitor workload and staffing needs and reallocate staff between units to ensure coverage; monitor and control expenditures of subordinate units.
Oversee, review and approve all staffing and personnel management issues; take appropriate action to assist subordinate supervisors in resolving personnel problems; participate in the selection of subordinates by making hiring recommendations; prepare performance evaluations for direct reports and review performance evaluations of subordinate staff.
May represent the Department in contacts with public and community agencies or organizations in matters relating to areas of responsibility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university, which preferably included a minimum of 15 semester or 18 quarter units in public and/or business administration, or social and/or behavioral science.
Experience: Four years in an administrative, supervisory or staff capacity, which included program analysis, planning and coordinating assignments within a governmental training, employment, temporary assistance, and/or public social services program. This experience must include two years of full scope supervision or management experience and two years of experience working in eligibility or welfare to work programs.
Knowledge of: The rules and regulations pertaining to eligibility and grants for all categorical aids; the functions of public social service agencies; the principles, practices and methods of self-sufficiency and assistance programs; administrative procedures applicable to public social service agencies; the sources of information necessary to determine eligibility of applicants or recipients for various assistance; the principles of supervision, including training, instructional methods and techniques.
Ability to: Plan, coordinate and manage the work of a group of self-sufficiency and assistance program units; analyze and evaluate systems and procedures to resolve problems or to recommend appropriate courses of action; evaluate staff performance; develop and implement on the job training of subordinate staff; prepare and present concise and logical oral and written reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
For questions regarding this recruitment
Contact Danilo Lozano at DaLozano@rivco.org with any questions regarding this recruitment.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to 108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..
01
Are you a current regular or temporary employee with the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services?
02
This position will be assigned to both the Coachella and Blythe offices, with incumbents required to work at each location two days per week. Are you able and willing to adhere to this schedule and report to both offices?
03
Select the answer that best describes your current drivers license status:
04
Have you completed 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university?
05
How many years of experience do you have in an administrative, supervisory or staff capacity, which included program analysis, planning, and coordinating assignments within a governmental training, employment, temporary assistance, and/or public social services program? (Include details on your resume/application)
06
Do you possess two years of full scope supervision or management experience? (Include details on your resume/application)
07
Do you possess two years of experience working in eligibility or welfare to work programs? (Include details on your resume/application)
08
Please select which Self Sufficiency programs you have experience in. (Select all that apply)
Required Question
Location : Blythe
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-79894-01
Department: Dept. of Public Social Services
Opening Date: 02/11/2025
Closing Date: 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) seeks to fill a Regional Manager, Self Sufficiency and Assistance Programs position. This position will be assigned to both the Coachella and Blythe offices, with incumbents required to work at each location two days per week.
This position is responsible for supervising subordinate supervisors within Self-Sufficiency programs, which may include CalFresh, CalWORKs, Child Care, Employment Services (Welfare-to-Work), Homeless Programs, Medi-Cal, and Community Outreach. The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating program operations, overseeing staffing and personnel matters, and providing program expertise to staff.
Competitive candidates will have a strong foundational knowledge of Self-Sufficiency programs, specifically Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, and CalFresh, along with substantial supervisory experience. Additionally, experience with CalSAWS and proficiency in Microsoft Office are highly desirable.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!The (DPSS) is comprised of employees who work collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community.
jfc:43406102
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plan, coordinate and manage, through subordinate supervisors, all temporary assistance, Welfare-to-Work or Foster Care units within the Department of Public Social Services Administration or a specific geographical region.
Review and analyze legislative changes to determine impact; develop new policies or approve the revisions of existing policies and procedures and disseminate this information.
Review and evaluate program operations and recommend modifications to develop a more efficient operation; review the work of subordinate staff to assure the accomplishment of program goals, efficient staff performance and program compliance; confer with subordinate supervisory personnel and other staff on policy, program and procedure modifications.
Provide direction and guidance on the most difficult program problems.
Prepare a variety of narrative and statistical reports for administrative staff concerning performance standards; prepare correspondence and other reports as required; monitor workload and staffing needs and reallocate staff between units to ensure coverage; monitor and control expenditures of subordinate units.
Oversee, review and approve all staffing and personnel management issues; take appropriate action to assist subordinate supervisors in resolving personnel problems; participate in the selection of subordinates by making hiring recommendations; prepare performance evaluations for direct reports and review performance evaluations of subordinate staff.
May represent the Department in contacts with public and community agencies or organizations in matters relating to areas of responsibility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university, which preferably included a minimum of 15 semester or 18 quarter units in public and/or business administration, or social and/or behavioral science.
Experience: Four years in an administrative, supervisory or staff capacity, which included program analysis, planning and coordinating assignments within a governmental training, employment, temporary assistance, and/or public social services program. This experience must include two years of full scope supervision or management experience and two years of experience working in eligibility or welfare to work programs.
Knowledge of: The rules and regulations pertaining to eligibility and grants for all categorical aids; the functions of public social service agencies; the principles, practices and methods of self-sufficiency and assistance programs; administrative procedures applicable to public social service agencies; the sources of information necessary to determine eligibility of applicants or recipients for various assistance; the principles of supervision, including training, instructional methods and techniques.
Ability to: Plan, coordinate and manage the work of a group of self-sufficiency and assistance program units; analyze and evaluate systems and procedures to resolve problems or to recommend appropriate courses of action; evaluate staff performance; develop and implement on the job training of subordinate staff; prepare and present concise and logical oral and written reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
For questions regarding this recruitment
Contact Danilo Lozano at DaLozano@rivco.org with any questions regarding this recruitment.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to 108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..
01
Are you a current regular or temporary employee with the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services?
- Yes
- No
02
This position will be assigned to both the Coachella and Blythe offices, with incumbents required to work at each location two days per week. Are you able and willing to adhere to this schedule and report to both offices?
- Yes
- No
03
Select the answer that best describes your current drivers license status:
- I have a valid California Class A license.
- I have a valid California Class B license.
- I have a valid California Class C license.
- I am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
- I currently have a valid out-of-state driver license, and am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
- I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver license.
04
Have you completed 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university?
- Yes
- No
05
How many years of experience do you have in an administrative, supervisory or staff capacity, which included program analysis, planning, and coordinating assignments within a governmental training, employment, temporary assistance, and/or public social services program? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No experinece
- Less than twelve months
- One year or more, but less than two
- Two years or more, but less than three
- Three years or more, but less than four
- Four years or more, but less than five
- Five years or more
06
Do you possess two years of full scope supervision or management experience? (Include details on your resume/application)
- Yes
- No
07
Do you possess two years of experience working in eligibility or welfare to work programs? (Include details on your resume/application)
- Yes
- No
08
Please select which Self Sufficiency programs you have experience in. (Select all that apply)
- No experience.
- CalFresh
- CalWORKS
- MediCal
Required Question