Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Please Note : Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.

Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with CAL FIRE’s telework policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

• May require up to 30% travel within California. May include some night and weekend travel resulting in overnights stays.
  

Special Requirements

If using education to meet Minimum Qualifications, please provide your degree and/or  transcripts.

All job applicants must provide their employment history on the application form (State Application STD 678) rather than attaching a resume to the form, otherwise the application may be considered incomplete.

1. Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

2. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

The minimum qualifications can be found in the STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I  classification specifications.

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:

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent Problem-Solving Abilities: The ability to handle complex situations, identifying challenges, and implementing effective solutions.

• Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, technologies, and strategic planning.
• Conflict Resolution: The ability to manage conflicts and disagreements constructively, mediate disputes, and promote resolution is critical for maintaining a harmonious work environment and fostering productive relationships.

• Ethical Conduct: Upholding high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism, building trust, credibility, and respect among team members and stakeholders is paramount for this position.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Statement of Qualifications Guidelines

Staff Services Manager I (SSM I)

When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, please follow these instructions:

*The information you provide must be complete and presented in a clear and concise manner.

*Your Statement of Qualifications must be typewritten using Arial 12-point font.

*Limit your response to no more than a total of two (2) typewritten pages.

1. Describe how your work experience, education and training make you qualified for this position.

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 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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required shall result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled "Statement of Qualifications" for further information.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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