Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION Grants Administration Analyst (Business Services Analyst) This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates : Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Business Services Analyst positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11:59 pm on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICE The County of Orange , County Executive Office implements policies of the Board of Supervisors, supports County departments, oversees the County's infrastructure and real estate assets, prepares the annual County budget, and assists the public. County Executive Officer Frank Kim is the highest-ranking appointed executive in the County and works with members of the Board of Supervisors and their staff, elected and appointed department heads and the County's 18,000 employees to oversee the provision of essential government services through 22 departments. The County Executive Office is organized into six divisions: County Operations, Finance, Human Resource Services, Information Technology, Real Estate, and Government & Community Relations. Office Of Legislative Affairs The County Executive Office of Legislative Affairs (CEO-LA) is responsible for protecting the County’s interests in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., serving as the primary communication link between the Board of Supervisors, county departments, and the County’s state and federal elected officials and their staff. CEO-LA directs the County’s legislative advocacy strategies with its state and federal lobbyists to deliver positive outcomes on legislation that benefits the County, defeat legislation that hurts the County, and secure millions of state and federal grant funding to provide the critical services to our residents. These core functions are managed through the Legislative Affairs Program and the Grants Administration Program. CEO-LA also serves as the liaison between the Board of Supervisors and county departments for the Grants Administration Program, state and federal funding advocacy order to deliver the core services and infrastructure projects on which our residents rely. While county departments are primarily responsible for identifying and applying for state and federal grant opportunities aligned with their business needs, the County Executive Office is ultimately accountable to the Board for this work and continues to rapidly realign and centralize these functions. The Opportunity As part of the Government and Community Relations division of the County Executive Office (CEO) within the Office of Legislative Affairs, the Grants Administration Analyst reports to the Legislative Affairs Director. The incumbent will play a critical leadership role in the ongoing strategic alignment to fully leverage current and future state and federal funding opportunities with the County Budget Office, the Deputy CEO and CEO-LA. This position will focus on centralizing the grants applications and awards process across county departments to identify trends, make recommendations and ultimately help drive business outcomes by increasing the rate of successful awarding of state and federal grant opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Managing the County's Grants Administration Program. This includes reviewing all county department grant application and award requests for compliance with the Grants Policy, compiling and filing the Grants Report Agenda Staff Report (ASR) for all regular Board of Supervisors meetings. Leading the development, training, and implementation of the Countywide Grants Management Software Module within new Opengov bidding system to address all aspects of grant lifecycle management, including the review, application, award, and metrics reporting of the County’s grants. Managing the County’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) requirements via the federal System for Award Management System (SAMS.gov) for all departments, and track and ensure consistency with all those maintained at the County of Orange level. Analyzing existing information to provide recommendations or guidance to other departments to facilitate their federal grant processes. Act as an “Authorized Grant Administrator” for all federal grants in the system for the County of Orange’s UEI. Act as the subject matter expert on the UEI and SAM processes and develop and maintain associated policies and trainings for all applicable County staff. Researching proposed Federal and/or State budget proposals to identify impact to County programs, finances and/or operations, and developing recommendations for County advocacy strategies. Serving as the client lead for county department grants coordinators. This includes managing their ongoing training and development on the County Grants Program Policies and Procedures, developing County-sponsored budget requests to secure grant funding and/or pilot programs for key County priorities and initiatives, and sharing Notices of Funding Opportunities and maintaining a tracking database for measurable results. Communicating recommendations accurately and concisely on budget proposals and funding opportunities that impact the County, consistent with County and Board priorities. Key audiences include: The Board of Supervisors and/or their Executive Aides. County Executive Officer and Executive Team. County department directors and program managers. County legislative delegation members and their staff. Collaborating on development of the biannual County Legislative Platform that aligns with County strategic goals for successful legislative and funding advocacy.Collaborating with Legislative Affairs team on administrative compliance, reporting and other projects.Responding timely to requests for information from Board offices, the County Executive Officer and Executive Team, and county departments.Developing internal planning documents to track progress and outcomes of department projects within required deadlines.Managing or assisting with high profile and/or sensitive department-wide assignments, as needed, and other duties as assigned to support the County’s legislative and grants programs. Desirable Qualifications and Core Competencies The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with budgets and grants in a non-profit, government agency or a company that works closely with government agencies. Knowledge and understanding of the County budget process, including the state budget funding process for critical and/or mandated programs, will be considered a significant asset. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following core competencies: Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience Performing program, organizational, or administrative analysis, policy analysis, and other high-level work. Aligning organizational vision with County strategic goals and department business objectives. Evaluating progress and resolving issues related to the project areas or work assignment. Applying functional knowledge/skill to solve problems and reach sound solutions. Providing high quality, technically sound recommendations. Identifying opportunities to partner with other stakeholders to advance the County’s objectives. Maintaining confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive information and issues. Leadership | Supervision Supervisory principles, practices and techniques including employee development, coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, training, and assigning/monitoring work. Making well-informed and objective decisions by understanding the impact and implications on organizational goals. Effectively organizing and planning work tasks to ensure high productivity and efficiency. Working independently and managing time wisely in order to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks. Building and managing positive forward focused customer-oriented work environments. Utilizing good judgment and diplomacy in dealing with difficult and sensitive situations. Demonstrating strong political savvy. Identifying and using resources to promptly and successfully complete projects and overcome challenges. Promoting flexibility by planning for the effects of organizational change. Actively promoting teamwork by creating a culture and environment that supports individual and team empowerment. Demonstrating ability and commitment to leading employees to meet goals and objectives while identifying and cultivating their talents. Confronting conflict directly and objectively with a goal of resolution for all parties. Consistently applying high ethical standards of behavior to work assignments, decision making and associations. Verbal Communication | Written Communication Communicating effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of the organization, and internal and external partners, including communicating core ideas to elected officials and County executives. Presenting ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically, and persuasively both in writing and orally. Establishing and cultivating effective working relationships with various staff members, community agencies, stakeholders, and resources. Strong customer service skills including responsiveness, active listening, attention to detail, collaboration, adaptability and conflict resolution. Promoting open, candid information sharing across organizational boundaries. Ensuring timely, appropriate communication with internal and external stakeholders. Sharing technical knowledge with others routinely and proactively. Planning Skills | Organization Skills Facilitating and coordinating projects and teams by providing project leadership, technical direction, advice, and recommendations. Planning, prioritizing and managing time to effectively and consistently meet project deadlines. Anticipating necessary resources for project completion and integrating change smoothly. Communicating any project delays well in advance and allocating sufficient time to strategize to minimize delay impacts. Exhibiting cost consciousness and conserving departmental and/or County resources. Delegating work to project team members, establishing expectations, and monitoring activities. Analytical Skills | Problem Solving Demonstrating initiative by identifying new opportunities, barriers that hinder success and unneeded bureaucracy. Making sound business decisions based on limited, complex, or contradicting information and relevant public service ethical principles. Integrating new ideas and contemporary approaches to problem solving. Gathering, analyzing, and applying information skillfully. Exhibiting innovation and creativity in identifying and resolving problems as they occur. Working effectively in group problem solving situations. Recognizing potential adverse consequences of actions and recommending alternative solutions. Incorporating educated risk management and mitigation strategies into planning. Results Oriented Setting challenging, measurable project goals that are aligned with broad County strategies and departmental business objectives. Reengineering business processes to improve organizational effectiveness, streamline operations and meet current and future business needs. Investigating and adopting best practices where possible. Demonstrating accountability for personal performance and goal achievement and maintaining sufficient content and knowledge to perform all aspects of the job effectively. Anticipating and meeting customer needs, balancing short- and long-term goals. Achieving expected quality and quantity of results, and appropriate focus on outcomes. Applying contemporary technical concepts to communications. Accomplishing day-to-day operational and administrative assignments while demonstrating appropriate sense of urgency MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and the physical, mental, environmental, and working conditions for the Business Services Analyst. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). RECRUITMENT PROCESS Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all applications and supplemental responses will be screened for the qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the bulletin will be referred to the next step. Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of subject manner experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Katie Koreneff at (714) 834-3306 or Kathryn.Koreneff-Dale@ocgov.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: 5/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CAREER DESCRIPTION Grants Administration Analyst (Business Services Analyst) This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates : Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Business Services Analyst positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open until 11:59 pm on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICE The County of Orange , County Executive Office implements policies of the Board of Supervisors, supports County departments, oversees the County's infrastructure and real estate assets, prepares the annual County budget, and assists the public. County Executive Officer Frank Kim is the highest-ranking appointed executive in the County and works with members of the Board of Supervisors and their staff, elected and appointed department heads and the County's 18,000 employees to oversee the provision of essential government services through 22 departments. The County Executive Office is organized into six divisions: County Operations, Finance, Human Resource Services, Information Technology, Real Estate, and Government & Community Relations. Office Of Legislative Affairs The County Executive Office of Legislative Affairs (CEO-LA) is responsible for protecting the County’s interests in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., serving as the primary communication link between the Board of Supervisors, county departments, and the County’s state and federal elected officials and their staff. CEO-LA directs the County’s legislative advocacy strategies with its state and federal lobbyists to deliver positive outcomes on legislation that benefits the County, defeat legislation that hurts the County, and secure millions of state and federal grant funding to provide the critical services to our residents. These core functions are managed through the Legislative Affairs Program and the Grants Administration Program. CEO-LA also serves as the liaison between the Board of Supervisors and county departments for the Grants Administration Program, state and federal funding advocacy order to deliver the core services and infrastructure projects on which our residents rely. While county departments are primarily responsible for identifying and applying for state and federal grant opportunities aligned with their business needs, the County Executive Office is ultimately accountable to the Board for this work and continues to rapidly realign and centralize these functions. The Opportunity As part of the Government and Community Relations division of the County Executive Office (CEO) within the Office of Legislative Affairs, the Grants Administration Analyst reports to the Legislative Affairs Director. The incumbent will play a critical leadership role in the ongoing strategic alignment to fully leverage current and future state and federal funding opportunities with the County Budget Office, the Deputy CEO and CEO-LA. This position will focus on centralizing the grants applications and awards process across county departments to identify trends, make recommendations and ultimately help drive business outcomes by increasing the rate of successful awarding of state and federal grant opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Managing the County's Grants Administration Program. This includes reviewing all county department grant application and award requests for compliance with the Grants Policy, compiling and filing the Grants Report Agenda Staff Report (ASR) for all regular Board of Supervisors meetings. Leading the development, training, and implementation of the Countywide Grants Management Software Module within new Opengov bidding system to address all aspects of grant lifecycle management, including the review, application, award, and metrics reporting of the County’s grants. Managing the County’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) requirements via the federal System for Award Management System (SAMS.gov) for all departments, and track and ensure consistency with all those maintained at the County of Orange level. Analyzing existing information to provide recommendations or guidance to other departments to facilitate their federal grant processes. Act as an “Authorized Grant Administrator” for all federal grants in the system for the County of Orange’s UEI. Act as the subject matter expert on the UEI and SAM processes and develop and maintain associated policies and trainings for all applicable County staff. Researching proposed Federal and/or State budget proposals to identify impact to County programs, finances and/or operations, and developing recommendations for County advocacy strategies. Serving as the client lead for county department grants coordinators. This includes managing their ongoing training and development on the County Grants Program Policies and Procedures, developing County-sponsored budget requests to secure grant funding and/or pilot programs for key County priorities and initiatives, and sharing Notices of Funding Opportunities and maintaining a tracking database for measurable results. Communicating recommendations accurately and concisely on budget proposals and funding opportunities that impact the County, consistent with County and Board priorities. Key audiences include: The Board of Supervisors and/or their Executive Aides. County Executive Officer and Executive Team. County department directors and program managers. County legislative delegation members and their staff. Collaborating on development of the biannual County Legislative Platform that aligns with County strategic goals for successful legislative and funding advocacy.Collaborating with Legislative Affairs team on administrative compliance, reporting and other projects.Responding timely to requests for information from Board offices, the County Executive Officer and Executive Team, and county departments.Developing internal planning documents to track progress and outcomes of department projects within required deadlines.Managing or assisting with high profile and/or sensitive department-wide assignments, as needed, and other duties as assigned to support the County’s legislative and grants programs. Desirable Qualifications and Core Competencies The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with budgets and grants in a non-profit, government agency or a company that works closely with government agencies. Knowledge and understanding of the County budget process, including the state budget funding process for critical and/or mandated programs, will be considered a significant asset. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following core competencies: Technical Knowledge | Technical Experience Performing program, organizational, or administrative analysis, policy analysis, and other high-level work. Aligning organizational vision with County strategic goals and department business objectives. Evaluating progress and resolving issues related to the project areas or work assignment. Applying functional knowledge/skill to solve problems and reach sound solutions. Providing high quality, technically sound recommendations. Identifying opportunities to partner with other stakeholders to advance the County’s objectives. Maintaining confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive information and issues. Leadership | Supervision Supervisory principles, practices and techniques including employee development, coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, training, and assigning/monitoring work. Making well-informed and objective decisions by understanding the impact and implications on organizational goals. Effectively organizing and planning work tasks to ensure high productivity and efficiency. Working independently and managing time wisely in order to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks. Building and managing positive forward focused customer-oriented work environments. Utilizing good judgment and diplomacy in dealing with difficult and sensitive situations. Demonstrating strong political savvy. Identifying and using resources to promptly and successfully complete projects and overcome challenges. Promoting flexibility by planning for the effects of organizational change. Actively promoting teamwork by creating a culture and environment that supports individual and team empowerment. Demonstrating ability and commitment to leading employees to meet goals and objectives while identifying and cultivating their talents. Confronting conflict directly and objectively with a goal of resolution for all parties. Consistently applying high ethical standards of behavior to work assignments, decision making and associations. Verbal Communication | Written Communication Communicating effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of the organization, and internal and external partners, including communicating core ideas to elected officials and County executives. Presenting ideas and complex material clearly, concisely, logically, and persuasively both in writing and orally. Establishing and cultivating effective working relationships with various staff members, community agencies, stakeholders, and resources. Strong customer service skills including responsiveness, active listening, attention to detail, collaboration, adaptability and conflict resolution. Promoting open, candid information sharing across organizational boundaries. Ensuring timely, appropriate communication with internal and external stakeholders. Sharing technical knowledge with others routinely and proactively. Planning Skills | Organization Skills Facilitating and coordinating projects and teams by providing project leadership, technical direction, advice, and recommendations. Planning, prioritizing and managing time to effectively and consistently meet project deadlines. Anticipating necessary resources for project completion and integrating change smoothly. Communicating any project delays well in advance and allocating sufficient time to strategize to minimize delay impacts. Exhibiting cost consciousness and conserving departmental and/or County resources. Delegating work to project team members, establishing expectations, and monitoring activities. Analytical Skills | Problem Solving Demonstrating initiative by identifying new opportunities, barriers that hinder success and unneeded bureaucracy. Making sound business decisions based on limited, complex, or contradicting information and relevant public service ethical principles. Integrating new ideas and contemporary approaches to problem solving. Gathering, analyzing, and applying information skillfully. Exhibiting innovation and creativity in identifying and resolving problems as they occur. Working effectively in group problem solving situations. Recognizing potential adverse consequences of actions and recommending alternative solutions. Incorporating educated risk management and mitigation strategies into planning. Results Oriented Setting challenging, measurable project goals that are aligned with broad County strategies and departmental business objectives. Reengineering business processes to improve organizational effectiveness, streamline operations and meet current and future business needs. Investigating and adopting best practices where possible. Demonstrating accountability for personal performance and goal achievement and maintaining sufficient content and knowledge to perform all aspects of the job effectively. Anticipating and meeting customer needs, balancing short- and long-term goals. Achieving expected quality and quantity of results, and appropriate focus on outcomes. Applying contemporary technical concepts to communications. Accomplishing day-to-day operational and administrative assignments while demonstrating appropriate sense of urgency MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and the physical, mental, environmental, and working conditions for the Business Services Analyst. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). RECRUITMENT PROCESS Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all applications and supplemental responses will be screened for the qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the bulletin will be referred to the next step. Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%) Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of subject manner experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Katie Koreneff at (714) 834-3306 or Kathryn.Koreneff-Dale@ocgov.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: 5/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager (Public Information & Affairs Manager) In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager positions. This list may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange . DEADLINE TO APPLY This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the County's needs are met. The first round of consideration will be on December 6, 2023. Applications received after this date will be processed in the next round. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE The County of Orange is California's third most-populous county, with more than 3 million residents and 34 cities. It is one of the region's largest employers, with a workforce of about 18,000. Working for the County offers a variety of opportunities for career development and growth, and the job satisfaction of serving the public and contributing to efforts that make a difference in people's lives. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions and over 4,200 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. SSA operates under the policy direction of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and the California Health and Human Services Agency and is responsible for planning, implementing and operating many of the social services programs provided by the County of Orange. Funding for programs comes primarily from Federal, State and County sources. SSA's budget is approximately $1 billion, with fiduciary responsibility for an additional $4 billion in services provided as a result of programs it administers. SSA is composed of the following four divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. THE OPPORTUNITY Under the direction of the Deputy Director for Community and Government Relations, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager will lead agency-wide efforts to: Cultivate a diverse and culturally competent workforce; and Utilize data to address disparities within the local population in regards to client access, utilization, and outcomes. You will be empowered to develop the first formal DEI plan for one of the largest public agency in Orange County. The goal is to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, policies, and processes not only within all areas of SSA, but also ensuring that these considerations are incorporated in key decision making processes, in support of our clients, staff, and community. The primary duties of this position will include: Building strong relationships within SSA (from executive leadership to junior staff) to drive awareness, commitment, and accountability for the DEI plan; Advising the Community Engagement Team on its outreach plan to align with the organization's ethos on equity and inclusion; Guiding the Communications Team on its strategic communications plan to ensure communications are culturally appropriate and contains inclusive messaging; Collaborating with Human Resources, executive leadership, and supervisors to ensure that SSA recruits and retains a diverse and culturally competent workforce; and Recommending program initiatives to address disparities in client access, utilization, and outcomes. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess at least two (2) years of relevant experience in organizing or working with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in an organization, including one (1) year of supervisory experience. Candidates must also possess at least two (2) years of experience collecting and analyzing volumes of data, and making recommendations and decisions based on that data. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in the following core competencies: Technical Knowledge & Experience Exposure to equity and diversity work in relation to social services programs Utilizing technical knowledge to support equitable outcomes through culturally competent policies, programs, and services Experienced in large-scale program development and implementation Ability to develop, gather, analyze data to make recommendations on program and policy design with respect to equity and diversity Leadership & Communication Constructively leading difficult conversation with all levels of staff Responding effectively, both verbally and in writing, to relay information appropriately to various audiences Navigating interpersonal, cultural, and/or organizational challenges surrounding equity issues and diversity concerns Problem Solving Anticipating potential diversity, equity, and inclusion issues within SSA programs and proactively finding alternative solutions Implementing innovative approaches to improve current program processes Planning and organizing projects to meet established timelines while balance the demands of short-term and long-term goals SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will be required to undergo and successfully clear a background clearance check prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e., degree, license or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Public Information and Affairs Manager, including physical & mental requirements and environmental & working conditions. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum qualifications. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Application Appraisal Panel | AAP (Weighted 100%) An Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resumes for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Only the most qualified applicants will move forward to the next step in the recruitment. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . Frequently Asked Questions Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Joanne Li at 714-834-7327 or Joanne.Li@ocgov.com EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager (Public Information & Affairs Manager) In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager positions. This list may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange . DEADLINE TO APPLY This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the County's needs are met. The first round of consideration will be on December 6, 2023. Applications received after this date will be processed in the next round. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE The County of Orange is California's third most-populous county, with more than 3 million residents and 34 cities. It is one of the region's largest employers, with a workforce of about 18,000. Working for the County offers a variety of opportunities for career development and growth, and the job satisfaction of serving the public and contributing to efforts that make a difference in people's lives. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions and over 4,200 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. SSA operates under the policy direction of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and the California Health and Human Services Agency and is responsible for planning, implementing and operating many of the social services programs provided by the County of Orange. Funding for programs comes primarily from Federal, State and County sources. SSA's budget is approximately $1 billion, with fiduciary responsibility for an additional $4 billion in services provided as a result of programs it administers. SSA is composed of the following four divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. THE OPPORTUNITY Under the direction of the Deputy Director for Community and Government Relations, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager will lead agency-wide efforts to: Cultivate a diverse and culturally competent workforce; and Utilize data to address disparities within the local population in regards to client access, utilization, and outcomes. You will be empowered to develop the first formal DEI plan for one of the largest public agency in Orange County. The goal is to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, policies, and processes not only within all areas of SSA, but also ensuring that these considerations are incorporated in key decision making processes, in support of our clients, staff, and community. The primary duties of this position will include: Building strong relationships within SSA (from executive leadership to junior staff) to drive awareness, commitment, and accountability for the DEI plan; Advising the Community Engagement Team on its outreach plan to align with the organization's ethos on equity and inclusion; Guiding the Communications Team on its strategic communications plan to ensure communications are culturally appropriate and contains inclusive messaging; Collaborating with Human Resources, executive leadership, and supervisors to ensure that SSA recruits and retains a diverse and culturally competent workforce; and Recommending program initiatives to address disparities in client access, utilization, and outcomes. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will possess at least two (2) years of relevant experience in organizing or working with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in an organization, including one (1) year of supervisory experience. Candidates must also possess at least two (2) years of experience collecting and analyzing volumes of data, and making recommendations and decisions based on that data. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and experience in the following core competencies: Technical Knowledge & Experience Exposure to equity and diversity work in relation to social services programs Utilizing technical knowledge to support equitable outcomes through culturally competent policies, programs, and services Experienced in large-scale program development and implementation Ability to develop, gather, analyze data to make recommendations on program and policy design with respect to equity and diversity Leadership & Communication Constructively leading difficult conversation with all levels of staff Responding effectively, both verbally and in writing, to relay information appropriately to various audiences Navigating interpersonal, cultural, and/or organizational challenges surrounding equity issues and diversity concerns Problem Solving Anticipating potential diversity, equity, and inclusion issues within SSA programs and proactively finding alternative solutions Implementing innovative approaches to improve current program processes Planning and organizing projects to meet established timelines while balance the demands of short-term and long-term goals SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will be required to undergo and successfully clear a background clearance check prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e., degree, license or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Public Information and Affairs Manager, including physical & mental requirements and environmental & working conditions. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum qualifications. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Application Appraisal Panel | AAP (Weighted 100%) An Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resumes for job knowledge, competencies, and related experience described above. Only the most qualified applicants will move forward to the next step in the recruitment. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. Email Notification Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . Frequently Asked Questions Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Joanne Li at 714-834-7327 or Joanne.Li@ocgov.com EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous