SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
May 26, 2024
Full Time
The Job This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, Fire Department, or Special District employees who hold a regular, intern, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, or Work Experience Program (WEX) position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to six (6) months from the end of their assignment. Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work history. The Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) is offering a unique opportunity for a highly motivated, compassionate, results-oriented professional leader to build and transform the delivery of comprehensive services within the department. We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $197,204 annually. FUTURE SALARY INCREASES 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026** The Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) is recruiting for an Assistant Director who will assist the Director of Transitional Assistance in planning, organizing and directing the activities of TAD. TAD is responsible for administering the department's financial support programs to persons in need of financial, nutritional and/or medical assistance. The department serves culturally and ethnically diverse populations through programs such as CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, Foster Care, and Welfare-to-Work. The goals of TAD are to meet the basic needs of families and individuals, while working with them to attain self-sufficiency. Services are provided locally throughout the communities that comprise the County of San Bernardino. For more information on the duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Transitional Assistance, please review the job description . This position is in the Unclassified Service and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. 2023 National Association of Counties ( NACo ) Achievement Awards Transitional Assistance Department (TAD)/SWAG Collaboration Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) College Student Outreach Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) Employee Recognition - Employee of the Quarter Awards 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) BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide . **Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history and education, and physical exam/drug test. Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is required. Travel throughout the County is also required, and employees may be required to make provisions for local transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). 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. Desired Qualifications The ideal background for this position consists of a combination of education and experience commensurate with the responsibilities of this position and which include at least three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience within a large social service organization with oversight for multiple programs and directing a significant number of staff through subordinate supervisors. The ideal candidate will be an organized results-oriented manager who possesses excellent interpersonal skills and has a commitment to customer service, being a team player and creating a positive and fair work environment. In addition, this person must be able to embrace new ideas and effectively implement them in order to help customers achieve self-sufficiency. Selection Process The most highly qualified may be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process, which may include selection interviews with key stakeholders and the hiring authority. To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please submit a compelling cover letter, resume, and three professional refences. An electronic version of all submittals must be sent to: ExecRecruit@hr.sbcounty.gov , -or- complete the online application and upload the required documents: www.sbcounty.gov/jobs . Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, June 07, 2024. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Once your application has been successfully submitted online, 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. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the 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: 6/7/2024 5:00 PM Pacific