Deputy Director, IHSS - Barstow*

The Job

To receive priority consideration, apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17th, 2024

Total Annual Compensation up to $161,287**

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES

3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/26***

The Department of Aging and Adult Services is recruiting for a Deputy Director who will plan, direct and administer the delivery of social service programs primarily concerned with the social well-being of aging and disabled adult populations. Deputy Directors select, train, supervise and monitor subordinate managers, consult with staff on departmental policy, and develop and implement, new and innovative department and/or regional policies, procedures and training plans for social service programs. The incumbent will primarily oversee the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program, which is a federal, state and locally funded program designed to help pay for services provided to aging and disabled adults to afford them the ability to remain safe in their homes. The current opportunity is to fill the vacancy stationed at the Barstow office, which has oversight over the High and Low Desert Region (Barstow, Victorville, Yucca Valley, and Needles).

*For more detailed information regarding job duties, refer to the Deputy Director, Department of Aging and Adult Services job description.

This excellent opportunity for career growth, also offers a lucrative compensation and benefits package that includes bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to max step (a dvanced step placement upon hire is subject to qualifications) , and the benefits listed below:

As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay (4% above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for Exempt Group, refer to the MBO - Exempt (Non-Elected) BbBOU - Benefits Summary Guide .

**Depends upon benefit options elected

***Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Barstow Location Assignment : Primary office location will be the Barstow office located at 536 East Virginia Way, Barstow, CA 92311. Employees must be willing to accept employment and work at the Barstow office and the other Desert Region offices located in Needles, Victorville, and Yucca Valley. Those who are not willing nor available for the Barstow location and required travel will be disqualified.

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, physical exam and/or credit check, prior to appointment.

Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Employees may be provided a County vehicle for travel or may occasionally be required to make provisions for such transportation; mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rate . At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Education : A Master's degree from an accredited institution in Social Work, Human Services, Gerontology, Clinical Psychology or Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family or Child Psychology, or in Business Administration, Public Administration or Public Health, or other closely related field.

Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

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Experience :
Option 1: One (1) year of high-level management experience overseeing professional employees in a social service program primarily concerned with the social well-being of older adults and older adults with disabilities, or children services. Qualifying experience must include managing through subordinate managers or second-level supervisors.

Option 2: Two (2) years of experience overseeing professional level employees in a social service program primarily concerned with the social well-being of older adults and older adults with disabilities, or children services. Qualifying experience must include full-scope supervisory experience over subordinate supervisors .

Option 3: Three (3) years of management or second-level supervisory experience in a government human services program, which includes professional-level administrative responsibility for interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations; responsibility for program planning and development; personnel administration; program operations; and budget/fiscal administration.

Option 4: Two (2) years of professional-level administrative experience within a government human services agency with primary responsibility for 1) overseeing program operations, including development, implementation, and evaluation of programs; or 2) overseeing the agency's budget and management of its fiscal operations, which includes developing budget justification, performing financial analysis of programs and business operations . Qualifying experience must include at least one (1) year of full-scope supervisory experience overseeing staff supporting these functions ( i.e., hiring, firing, mentoring/coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, assigning work, completing work performance evaluations, developing work schedules and approving time off ).

Desired Qualifications

Management experience (i.e., high level oversight and leading teams through subordinate supervisory staff) is highly desired. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills in managing change; possess keen analytical skills, be able to adopt a global-view, while facilitating multiple department programs; and be a highly flexible professional able to develop tools and solutions to meet the needs of the Aging and Adult Services department. Candidates with experience developing, planning, organizing, and directing the delivery of County wide multidisciplinary continuing care programs for older adults and older adults with disabilities; developing, understanding, and executing an Area Plan on Aging; administering the IHSS and Adult Protective Services programs; developing an Annual Plan; providing support services to the Senior Affairs Commission; and experience complying with all statutory and regulatory mandates of both the Older Americans Act and the Older Californians Act are highly desirable.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. Resumes may accompany the application as supplemental information only, but are typically not considered or reviewed unless specifically requested on the job announcement. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score.

PRIORITY REVIEW DEADLINE: Applications received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17th, 2024, will receive priority consideration for first round interviews.

Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Exempt Unit-Group C

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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