DISABILITY EVALUATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR III

California Department of Social Services; California; Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services seeks a Branch Chief (DESA III) to lead disability evaluation services in the La Jolla/San Diego area, overseeing the development, adjudication, and reporting of disability claims within their branch.

This permanent, full-time position requires interpreting federal and departmental policies, directing staff performance, and ensuring efficient, compliant operations in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct disability claim evaluation, processing, and reporting for the branch.
• Interpret and implement Federal, Departmental, Division, and Branch policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Deputy Director and other leaders to ensure accurate adjudication and compliance.

Job description

Position Details

Working Title

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534564

Position #(s): 800-935-8426-001

Working Title: Branch Chief

Classification:: DISABILITY EVALUATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR III

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00

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: San Diego County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type:: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The DDSD is an empowered team of caring people who set the standard for the nation in providing quality services to claimants of Title II, XVI, and XIX disability claims.

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

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) serves, aids, and protects California children and adults in need. Be a part of a team that thrives in moving our mission, to serve Californians, forward.

Under the general director and guidance of an Assistant Deputy Deputy Director (CEA-A), the Disability Evaluation Services Administrator (DESA) III, or Branch Chief, will manage, plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the overall evaluation, analysis, processing, and reporting in the development and adjudication of disability claims in their Branch's jurisdiction. In the capacity, the Branch Chief articulates, interprets, and implements Federal, Departmental, Division, and Branch policies, regulations, and procedures.

This position is located at the La Jolla Branch in San Diego, CA 92108.

If you have not taken the Disability Evaluation Services Administrator III examination, please click the departmental link for the examination bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2219

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.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

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 is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code.

This position requires Federal fingerprint clearance and background check. Criminal record checks of prospective full- or part-time CDSS, 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) and is subject to Social Security Administration hiring authority. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply. All applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are considered limited term, 12 months, and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

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.

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).

Required Application Package Documents

• 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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.