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Project Manager
Recruitment #15-187080-02
| Approximate Salary | $70,934.82 - $86,221.72/year |
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| Opening Date | 11/24/2015 3:30:00 PM |
| Final Filing Date | 12/31/2015 5:00:00 PM |
| Contact Information | Bobbi Wallace (707) 784-6190 |
| Type of Recruitment | Open Competitive |
Introduction
Do you enjoy managing projects?
Solano County welcomes applications for the position of Project Manager. We currently have openings in the Department of Health and Social Services (HSS) in multiple divisions.
The mission of Solano County Department of Health and Social Services is to promote cost-effective services, which safeguard the physical, emotional, and social well being of the people of Solano County.
The Department employs over 1,200 employees working in 22 offices throughout Solano County and is organized by seven program service areas.
To learn more about the Department of Health and Social Service and review the H&SS Annual Report, please visit our website http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hss/default.asp
The Position
The Project Manager plays an integral role in supporting the mission of the department by its management responsibility over a variety of administrative and fiscal activities. You will manage an assigned project or projects within your assigned department or division, and will participate in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities. You will assist in ensuring compliance with laws, regulations and professional standards. This class may be used for complex, sensitive programs that require the interaction with a variety of departments, outside agencies, business groups, and/or community groups.
To review the complete class specification, which includes an example of duties and the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15957
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.
Child Welfare Services (CWS):
The CWS Project Manager performs a critical role in supporting the mission of Child Welfare Services to protect children from abuse and neglect by strengthening their families or finding safe, permanent homes. This project manager will:
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Collect, compile, and analyze Solano County’s performance on CWS federal and state outcomes
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Prepare statistical reports including the division’s balanced scorecard and exception analysis and staffing numbers
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Monitor CWS System Improvement Plan including gathering stakeholder input
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Review new regulations and make recommendations for implementations
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Respond to community requests for data to support grant proposals and evaluations
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Develop grant applications and program proposals to obtain additional funding
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Oversee and monitor CWS contracts including performance outcomes,
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Oversee CWS Request for Proposal process
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Create and run business objects reports to answer critical questions facing management
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Provide data for state reporting requirements
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Support data clean-up process as CWS prepares for migration to new system
To learn more about Child Welfare Services, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hss/cws/default.asp
Administration:
This position will manage assigned projects, contracts, and may supervise staff. Additional duties may include providing a variety of technical and statistical reports, providing analysis of current and pending legislation that may have an impact on Social Services programs, and other duties as assigned. To learn more about Health and Social Services, Administration, please visit http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hss/default.asp
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience: Three (3) years of professional level, public or private sector administrative experience involving fiscal, operational, and/or legislative analysis.
Education: Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, or closely related field. A Master’s degree is desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required.
Independent travel may be required to various work sites and client residences.
Candidates for some positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation, and/or policy.
BENEFITS
Solano County offers a comprehensive benefit package to full and part-time employees which includes a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits offered through CalPERS. Health insurance is effective the first of the month following the date of hire. The County contributes 75% of the Kaiser family rate for the Bay area. Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County. Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement, and contributes to Social Security. 
Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 78 full time pay periods (approximately 3 years). Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Additionally, the County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.
Effective July 1 of each year, employees are granted 80 hours of Administrative Leave.
Employees in this class are also eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, and 30 years.
To review complete benefits information, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16483
Selection Process
Based on the information provided in the application documents and answers to the supplemental questions, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.
How to Apply
Please visit the County of Solano website, http://jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214...) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.
Previously submitted application materials (e.g., diploma, transcripts, etc...) for prior recruitments will not be automatically applied for this recruitment. You must re-submit all required documents for this recruitment.
Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.
Document Submittal Requirements
All applicants must submit a copy of their college diploma (to include name of student, name of college, the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (to include name of student, name of college, and verifying courses and units completed) by the final filing date. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts (if required) by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the document deadlines above. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424 or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (e.g., Project Manager) and the recruitment number (e.g., 15-187080-02). When submitting documents via email, include the recruitment title and number in the subject field.
Supplemental Questionnaire
Selection Plan
01/11/2016 -Tentative week for Oral Board interviews - Most qualified applicants based on supplemental questions
Veterans Preference Points
To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans With Disabilities Act
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
Solano County
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Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.
Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.
With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.
County Population (January 2012): 413,786 The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
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