ANALYST II

California Department of Social Services; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services is seeking a Permanency Navigator Specialist (Analyst II) for a 12-month limited term in Fresno County. This role supports Post Permanency Services and coordinates the Post Permanency Navigator Program with strong written and verbal communication to diverse audiences.

Hybrid telework arrangements are available, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by start date.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and coordinate Post Permanency Services including the Post Permanency Navigator Program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534573

Position #: 800-526-5393-912

Working Title: Permanency Navigator Specialist

Classification: ANALYST II

Salary: $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Fresno County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, aid, and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families. The mission of the Adoption Services Branch (ASB) is to ensure that every child grows up in a permanent family that will give them the best chance of becoming a happy, fulfilled and productive adult.

CDSS Guiding Principles: Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.

We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

Community Engagement: We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment: We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person has desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services: We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes: We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description And Duties

The Adoption Services Branch (ASB) seeks a highly motivated, creative, and resourceful person to develop, implement and coordinate Post Permanency Services including the Post Permanency Navigator Program. Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse audiences is important. 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 Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Special Requirements

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified 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. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to be submitted with the application detailing your interest in CDSS and how your education and experience would make you a good fit for this position. The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, can be either single or double spaced, and completed using size 12 arial font. Please describe your professional experience working with families who have achieved permanency through adoption or guardianship. In your response, detail a specific instance where you identified a family's post-permanency resource gaps and how you successfully navigated community partnerships to provide a solution. Please provide a narrative explaining how your education and background meet the Desirable Qualifications listed in the job posting, specifically focusing on your experience with trauma-informed care and your knowledge of local community support systems. This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice. 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. 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.

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).

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.