District Administrator (DA)

Job Description and Duties

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position is located in the city of Sacramento, Ca. 

Under the general supervision of the Regional Director, Manager II, the District Administrator (DA) is responsible for managing a program of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services within an assigned geographical service area in support of the Department’s mission and goals. Using initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness must analyze situations and provide leadership to effectively plan and resolve problems.

Th is is a hybrid position responsible for directing and managing a district within the Department’s Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program. The role oversees district operations to ensure compliance with Departmental policies, State and Federal laws, labor contracts, and regulatory requirements. It provides leadership and expertise to support the consistent delivery of high-quality VR services and ensures offices implement VR program initiatives effectively and equitably.

The position advises and acts on behalf of the Regional Director as needed, including participating in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures. It monitors staffing, caseloads, bilingual resources, and service equity; reviews budget, administrative, and case service reports; and collaborates on annual outreach plans to reach served, unserved, and underserved communities. The role also manages cooperative programs, contracts, grants, and vendor services to ensure compliance, quality, and performance.

This position supervises Supervisors and administrative staff, oversees district personnel actions, supports hiring and workforce diversity efforts, and ensures adherence to personnel, civil rights, safety, workers’ compensation, and reasonable accommodation policies. It also recommends and manages district case service and administrative budgets to ensure effective use of resources and approvals of high-cost expenditures.

The role represents the Department in statewide and local capacities, collaborates with contractors and service providers, supports policy development, participates in hearings and mediations, and contributes to evaluations of cooperative programs and vendor services. It advocates for district needs with internal divisions and assists with administrative reviews and dispute resolution.

Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of new programs, contributing to performance strategies under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, responding to audits and program reviews, and building community partnerships and resource opportunities. The position also participates in workgroups, interview panels, and district committees, and serves as the Regional Director’s designee when assigned.

At all times, the position is expected to provide excellent customer service, maintain professional communication, exercise sound judgment, resolve concerns at the lowest level possible, and interact respectfully with diverse individuals. Travel may be required to fulfill departmental duties.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbents must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.

Multiple vacancies may exist.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC- 520946 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide copies of transcripts or diploma.

SOQ Instructions :

The SOQ should address how the candidate’s experience meets each of the following desirable qualifications. Each response must be numbered and should provide examples of how the candidate meets the qualification. The SOQ must be no more than three (3) pages typed in Arial 14-point font, with 1-inch margins. Successful candidates will incorporate and demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the Department of Rehabilitation in their Statement of Qualifications.

1. Please describe your experience in programs or activities that demonstrate a commitment to equality for individuals with disabilities including the right to employment and independence, including but not limited to vocational rehabilitation.

2. Please describe an innovative project you initiated and saw through to completion that involved multiple partners and required multiple levels of approval. Describe how you were able to effectively bring together diverse stakeholders to maintain momentum and ensure the project’s success.

3. Please describe your experience navigating complex policies and regulations to substantively increase resources, compliance, or capacity for your organization.

4. Please describe your experience in building and maintaining effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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:

• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect;
• Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails;
• Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations;
• High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Knowledge of department's mission and goals;
• Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers

Benefits

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

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please refer to the Special Requirements Section for the SOQ Instruction.