Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the city of Sacramento.

Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, as a working level supervisor, the Training Officer II (TO II) is responsible for the oversight and supervision of the Staff Development Unit (SDU). The TO II is responsible for planning, evaluating, and organizing the Department of Rehabilitation's (DOR) statewide training program; responding to departmental in-service and out-service training needs; developing and implementing DOR's department's training policy in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The TO II is responsible for aligning the departmental mission and goals into the training curriculum. The TO II is also responsible for delivering training and traveling statewide as necessary. The TO II develops, implements and manages federal and state grants along with mandatory trainings for the department that are upheld by government code.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TRAINING OFFICER II
• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-429172

Position #(s):

813-005-5194-009

Working Title:

Training Officer II - Hybrid

• Telework Option

Classification:

TRAINING OFFICER II

$6,760.00 - $8,398.00

Shall Consider:

STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

$6,760.00 - $8,398.00

of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:

M-F

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 Sacramento location within walking distance of the Golden 1 Center, Downtown Commons (DOCO), and a variety of restaurants and shops in Sacramento. Enjoy a great work environment with an onsite fitness center with locker rooms and showers. 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 quality for all Californians with disabilities.

MISSION STATEMENT:

DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provides services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Include JC-429172/ POS#813-005-5194-XXX 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.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ):

Interested individuals must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to the standard state application (form STD 678). Your SOQ will be considered the first interview for this position. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to a formal interview. Resumes, cover letters, or any other documents cannot substitute the SOQ. When completing the SOQ, number your responses, include all relevant experience, education, and training, as applicable, and explain all answers thoroughly. Your SOQ should not exceed three pages, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font and address the following:

1.Describe your experience, education, knowledge, and abilities that make you the best candidate for the Training Officer II position.

2.Describe your experience related to developing and implementing training programs to an organization and evaluating the effectiveness of each program.

3.Describe your leadership style and how you will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to conduct training needs assessments and develop future training objectives for the organization.

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: 5/21/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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

Attn: Personnel JC-429172

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

Personnel JC-429172

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.

• Statement of Qualifications

• See Special Requirements

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.

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:

• The Staff Services Manager I must possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, set and manage priorities to ensure timely completion of work, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing. The incumbent must also demonstrate tact and attention to detail.

• Ability to mentor and develop staff, providing coaching to leverage individual strengths, maintain high performance standards, and encouraging inter-reliance among team members.

• Experience in training needs analysis, curriculum development, accessibility standards, meeting platforms including Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and Learning Management Systems.

• Ability to remain flexible with constantly changing priorities including the ability to take the lead when needed on completing time sensitive and high priority assignments with appropriate speed and urgency without sacrificing quality.

• Demonstrated ability to use interpersonal, networking and conflict resolution skills to effectively represent the needs and interests of your organization and leadership.

• A demonstrated commitment to service for historically marginalized communities which can be applied to DOR's mission, organization, goals, functions and policies.

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

• Life Insurance

• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)

• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For the latest information on the attractive benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR.

General State Employment Benefits and Protections

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Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Maliheh Lotfalian-Rizk

(916) 558-5660

Maliheh.Lotfalian-Rizk@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.

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.