District Administrator
Apply NowCompany: State of California
Location: Sacramento, CA 95823
Description:
This position is located in San Diego.
Under the general supervision of the Regional Director, Staff Services Manager III, the District Administrator (DA) is responsible for managing a program of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services within an assigned geographical service area in support of the Department's mission and goals. Using initiative, good judgment, and
resourcefulness must analyze situations and provide leadership to effectively plan and resolve problems.
Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.
Multiple vacancies may exist.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-473013
Position #(s):
813-350-4801-960
Working Title:
District Administrator
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY) $7,643.00 - $9,496.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Diego County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity.
Join us in our San Diego office. Enjoy a great work environment. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with DOR!
DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.
DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.
Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values:
VISION STATEMENT:
Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.
MISSION STATEMENT:
DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.
Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
Special Requirements
If mailing in an application, include JC#473013 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.
It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.
A cover letter and resume are required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications
Include your name and the title, "Statement of Qualifications," at the top of the first page. Response must be no more than three pages in length and in no less than Arial 14-point font size. Address and number each desirable qualification in the same order as listed below and include specific examples.
In your SOQ, address the following qualifications:
1. Experience managing a program providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
2. Experience in programs or activities that demonstrate the applicant's commitment to equality for individuals with disabilities including the right to employment and independence.
3. Experience in identifying or inspiring innovative approaches.
4. Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff, recognizing and making good use of an individual employee's strengths.
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: 4/18/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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
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.CalCareers.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 Rehabilitation
N/A
Attn: Human Resources - PAS# 250130 JC# 473013 - UNIT 350
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Rehabilitation
N/A
DOR-Human Resources - PAS# 250130 JC# 473013 - UNIT 350
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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:
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:
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Jeffrey Noyes
(619) 767-2128
Jeffrey.Noyes@dor.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 558-5850
Civil.Rights@dor.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.
Examination Information
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.
Under the general supervision of the Regional Director, Staff Services Manager III, the District Administrator (DA) is responsible for managing a program of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services within an assigned geographical service area in support of the Department's mission and goals. Using initiative, good judgment, and
resourcefulness must analyze situations and provide leadership to effectively plan and resolve problems.
Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.
Multiple vacancies may exist.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-473013
Position #(s):
813-350-4801-960
Working Title:
District Administrator
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY) $7,643.00 - $9,496.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Diego County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity.
Join us in our San Diego office. Enjoy a great work environment. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with DOR!
DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.
DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.
Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values:
- We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities.
- We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation.
- We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups.
- We pursue excellence through continuous improvement.
- We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.
VISION STATEMENT:
Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.
MISSION STATEMENT:
DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.
Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
Special Requirements
If mailing in an application, include JC#473013 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.
It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.
- Do not submit any document(s) with your social security number on it
- Do not submit your exam result(s) along with your application.
- Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed application. This page is for examination use only.
A cover letter and resume are required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications
Include your name and the title, "Statement of Qualifications," at the top of the first page. Response must be no more than three pages in length and in no less than Arial 14-point font size. Address and number each desirable qualification in the same order as listed below and include specific examples.
In your SOQ, address the following qualifications:
1. Experience managing a program providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
2. Experience in programs or activities that demonstrate the applicant's commitment to equality for individuals with disabilities including the right to employment and independence.
3. Experience in identifying or inspiring innovative approaches.
4. Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff, recognizing and making good use of an individual employee's strengths.
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: 4/18/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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
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.CalCareers.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 Rehabilitation
N/A
Attn: Human Resources - PAS# 250130 JC# 473013 - UNIT 350
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Rehabilitation
N/A
DOR-Human Resources - PAS# 250130 JC# 473013 - UNIT 350
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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.
- Other -
A cover letter is required and must be included - Statement of Qualifications -
Please see Special Requirements for instructions.
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:
- Supervisory and Managerial Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff effectively, ensuring efficient operations and team performance.
- Knowledge of State Policies and Procedures: Familiarity with state policies, rules, and standards, particularly those related to civil service processes and governmental budgeting and accounting.
- Effective Communication Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills, with the capacity to present information clearly and persuasively.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work cooperatively with various levels of staff, including high-level departmental management and executive staff.
- Organizational and Time Management Skills: Proficiency in managing multiple tasks, prioritizing workloads, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in Policy Development and Implementation: Capability to recommend, develop, and implement policies and procedures effectively.
- Educational Background: Education equivalent to graduation from college is often considered an additional desirable qualification.
- Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect;
- Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails;
- Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations;
- High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Knowledge of department's mission and goals;
- Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:
- Pension through CALPERS
- Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
- Medical benefits into retirement
- Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
- Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
- Paid Holidays
- School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Jeffrey Noyes
(619) 767-2128
Jeffrey.Noyes@dor.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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 558-5850
Civil.Rights@dor.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.
Examination Information
- To obtain list eligibility for the Staff Services Manager II position(s), you must first take the online exam
- https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2193
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.