Assistant Secretary

Job Description and Duties

The Assistant Secretary reports to the Deputy Secretary of Program and Fiscal Affairs at the Health and Human Services Agency and serves as a member of the Secretary's Executive Staff. The incumbent formulates, analyzes, revises, interprets, and evaluates program and fiscal policies for multiple departments under the jurisdiction of the Health and Human Services Agency. The Assistant Secretary also serves as chief coordinator of programs critical to the mission of the Agency that may include health care reform, health care services, social services, mental health services, alcohol and drug treatment services, public health services, income assistance, and services to people with disabilities.

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Working Conditions

This position is being advertised in Sacramento County with a Headquarter Location at 1215 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with CalHHS policies.

Special Requirements

Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) in addition to completing an Examination/EmploymentApplication (STD 678). Applicants who do not submit a SOQ and follow the instructions listed below may be eliminated from the examination process.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

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:

Public Sector and Public Policy Knowledge

1. State Government Operations: Thorough knowledge of the organization, functions, and practices of the California Legislative, and Executive branches. 2. P olicy Formulation: Proven capability in formulating, analyzing, revising, interpreting, and evaluating complex program policies specifically in health and human services.

Fiscal and Budgetary Experience

3.  State & Federal Funding: Insight and demonstrated experience in federal and state funding policies, mechanisms, and compliance protocols governing health and human services.

4. Fiscal Analysis: Strong background in evaluating budget proposals, including both funding augmentations and reductions and fiscal impact of legislation.

Strategic Communication and Interpersonal Skills

5. Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with departmental leaders, control agencies, and external stakeholders.

6. Political Sensitivity: Possession of exceptional judgment and tact necessary to navigate sensitive, confidential, and high-stakes policy issues.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!? The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

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 -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Resumes or cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of a SOQ. Please refer to the Examination Information section for instructions regarding the SOQ. Applicants who do not submit the required items will not be considered for this recruitment.