The First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission was established by an ordinance passed by the Solano County Board of Supervisors on June 8, 1999. The Commission funds many programs within the community and First 5 funds are an integral part of the safety net for children's and family programs in Solano County. The Commission works closely with community partners to continue to find ways to ensure these critical community investments.
Click here to learn more about First 5 Solano THE POSITION The Contract and Program Specialist will oversee a variety of programs in the Board of Supervisors Community Investment Fund, with key priorities of addressing Mental Health, Homelessness and Housing Affordability. Under general direction of the Executive Director or Deputy Director - First 5 Solano, develops and administers contracts for services; reviews and evaluates service proposals; recommends solutions to contractual problems; and ensures compliance with County policies and procedures.
The Specialists are responsible for providing staff reports and presentations to the First 5 Commission (governing board) on topics related to the area of assignment. In addition, the positions may be responsible for internally run programs, and performs related duties as assigned.
These positions are "at-will" senior management positions and are exempt from the civil service; incumbents serve at the discretion of the Appointment Authority. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible business or contract administration experience,
AND Education: G raduation from an accredited college or university with major upper division course work preferably in business, public administration, finance or accounting.
Special Requirements: - Independent travel may be required
- Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.
Click here for the 'Contract & Program Specialist' Job Description SELECTION PROCESS 05/17/2024 - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review (e.g., Bachelor's degree diploma and/or transcripts)
05/27/2024 - Tentative week for departmental interviews for most qualified applicants.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. 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 supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
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.
HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted
by the application review deadline. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment .
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major upper division course work preferably in business, public administration, finance or accounting is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred)
by the application review deadline. Candidates who fail to provide proof of licensure by the application review deadline 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 close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to
recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Contract & Program Specialist) and the recruitment number (24-333210-01) in your email or fax.
Veteran’s Preference Points To be eligible, applicant 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 DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive 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’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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