DISABILITY EVALUATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR I

California Department of Social Services; Alameda (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services seeks a DESA I Team Manager in Alameda County for a 12-month limited-term, full-time assignment. You will plan, organize, and direct a team of Disability Evaluation Analysts, Medical Consultants, and support staff handling disability claims across programs.

You will model CDSS management competencies, recruit and develop staff, ensure policy compliance, and support timely, accurate decisions while maintaining collaboration with the Branch management

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct the activities of a team of Disability Evaluation Analysts, Medical Consultants, and support staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely decisions on disability claims.
• Model CDSS management competencies and support staff development and training.
• Recruit staff and manage workload to meet department goals.
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures and support inter-team collaboration.

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535378

Position #(s): 800-924-8424-118

Working Title: DESA I / Team Manager

Classification:: DISABILITY EVALUATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00

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: Alameda 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.

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 have 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

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.

Under the direction of the Case Adjudication Bureau Chief (CABC), the DESA I Team Manager (TM) plans, organizes and directs the activities and workload of a team comprised of Disability Evaluation Analysts (DEAs), Medical Consultants (MCs) and support staff, engaged in the adjudication of disability claims for benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and/or Medi-Cal programs. Cases are of a highly complex nature and require the knowledge and understanding of the Social Security disability program’s policies and procedures. The TM is responsible for the team's overall performance in achieving our Division’s mission to produce fair, accurate and timely decisions on claims for disability filed under the Social Security Act, monitoring for compliance and correct application of policies & procedures. The TM participates in recruiting and hiring staff, training and developing staff, assessing training needs and monitoring good labor relations within the team. The TM is a member of the Branch management team and is responsible for identifying problems and proposing alternative solutions.

The TM is expected to model Management Competencies in this position. Management Competencies are skills, knowledge and abilities, which have been identified for successful performance in CDSS managers. The emphasis at this first-level of management is on technical and human skills.

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

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Do not

include any confidential information in 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.

This position requires Federal fingerprint clearance and background check. Criminal record checks of prospective full-time or part-time CDSS, Disability Determination Service Division (DDSD) personnel will be conducted. Applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints for Federal processing. Federal clearance is a condition of employment for this position. (Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12) Subject to Federal hiring authority. All applicants will be screened and the most qualified will be interviewed.

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 inaccurate or incomplete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

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.

Final Filing Date: 10/26/2026

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.