Social Services Administrator

Protecting the Children of Solano County and strengthening their families

The Health and Social Services Department's responsibilities include providing health, mental health, substance abuse and social services to the community as well as administering federal, state and local public assistance programs.

Child Welfare Services Division 

The mission of Solano County Child Welfare Services Division is to protect children from abuse and neglect by strengthening their families or finding safe, permanent homes so that they can grow into healthy, productive adults.  To accomplish our mission, we will be working with our community partners. 

To learn more about the Health and Social Services Department, and the services we provide to the children and families in Solano County, please visit our website http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hss/default.asp

This position is responsible for planning, organizing and directing one or more major specialized public Social Services programs and assisting the Child Welfare Services Deputy Director in division administration. As an Assistant Deputy Director, you will serve as a member of the department's management team.

This class is characterized by the responsibility for the management of one or more social services programs and for assisting the Deputy Director in planning and organizing overall operations.  This class is distinguished from other management positions in the department in that incumbents manage large or multiple programs through subordinate program managers.  This class is distinguished from the Deputy Director in that the latter is responsible for management of an entire division and reports directly to the Department Director.

The ideal candidate will have a professional history working with Child Welfare services that demonstrates the following experience and competencies: 

• Dedication to creating a positive, trauma-responsive workplace which involves engagement of stakeholders in a learning community environment
• Possession of strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire the workforce towards a mutual vision
• Ability to manage projects from beginning to end, while meeting program objectives and adapting to changes as they arise
• Proven ability and desire to work in a collaborative fashion, promoting teamwork whenever possible
• Experience managing multiple programs in a fast-paced environment 
• Ability to think creatively and promote system efficiency
• Experience working with local and state agencies, including local community organizations 
• Experience interpreting and implementing laws, rules, regulations, polices, and procedures related to the operations and provision of Child Welfare Services 
• Ability to perform complex policy analysis, implementation, and evaluation 
• Displays ingenuity in handling unexpected situations and seeks ways to challenge the status quo
• Demonstrates ability to be self-reflective and uses feedback to develop self professionally
• Cultivates a culture of openness and is an empathic listener

Modified work schedules such as 9/80 work schedules may be available. 

The current vacancy is for a full-time position in Child Welfare Services. This position is an “at-will” senior management position and is exempt from the civil service; incumbents serve at the discretion of the appointing authority.

CHILD WELFARE SERVICES POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience

Five years of progressively responsible experience in the delivery of community Social Services that includes direct program management and supervision of professional staff coupled with experience in public administration including budget preparation, program planning/evaluation and supervision 

Education 

A Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university preferably with a major in Social Work, Business or Public Administration or a related field. A Master's degree in Social Work is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Depending on assignment, candidates for positions in this class may be required to possess a Master's degree in Social Work and a valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license issued by the State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required. 

To view the job description for this position, please visit:

https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=17751

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage is $1,671.27 per month for 2022. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage. 

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.   

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security. 

The County observes 12 full day fixed and 2 half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive 2 floating paid holiday(s) per year.  

Vacation is accrued at approximately 15 days per year for the first 10 years. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year. Effective July 1 of each year, 80 hours of administrative leave is granted.

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and other special districts as approved by the Director of Human Resources and the County Administrator.

To view the benefits for a regular position, please visit: 

3/11/22 at 5:00pm - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review.

3/25/22 at 5:00pm - Deadline to submit application and required documents for next application review.

Week of 3/28/2022 - Tentative date for first round of hiring interviews (for applicants who submit all application materials by 3/11/22).

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.

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps 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 fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  Be sure to include the recruitment title Social Services Administrator - CWS and the recruitment number (22-147300-01) in your email or fax, and are due by the application review date.

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.

A Master’s Degree 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 institution, student, date and degree conferred) by the applicable application review date. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the applicable application review date 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 Social Services Administrator - CWS and the recruitment number (22-147300-01) in your email or fax. 

Independent travel may be required.

Selectees for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11165/11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting and Section 15630 relating to Adult Abuse and reporting.

Candidates for some positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation and/or policy. 

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

OUR COMMUNITY

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play.  The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six consecutive years—the only California community with that distinction.

• Live – Solano County, as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
• Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include Solano Community College, CSU Maritime, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
• Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the County is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries, and Travis Air Force Base.
• Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts, fertile farmland and recreational areas. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Sacramento, the Delta, Lake Tahoe region, and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

County Population (2019): 447,643

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER