Program Manager - Community Services

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Program Manager - Community Services

County of El Dorado Placerville, California

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Program Manager - Community Services

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THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION
The Health and Human Services Agency’s Community Services Division is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. These services include: Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and many more! In addition to the services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs. The mission is to respectfully serve all persons in a manner that improves the overall quality of life in El Dorado County. Below is a brief overview of the Programs this position may oversee:

Older Adult Services
The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. AAA develops and implements the Area Plan for Older Adult Services in El Dorado County.

Veteran Services
El Dorado County Veteran Services assist veterans, their dependents, and survivors in obtaining entitlements from federal, state, and local agencies administering veterans programs.

Housing and Homelessness
The Public Housing Authority (PHA) is a legal entity under the umbrella organization of the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency, Community Services Division, and Housing & Homelessness Services. The housing authority operates under federal guidelines from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide a rental subsidy assistance program (formerly known as Section 8 housing).

Home Energy Assistance

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps income-eligible households pay their energy bill or heating fuel provider. Eligible homeowners or renters may qualify to have a specific payment amount credited to their electric utility account or receive financial assistance in obtaining firewood, propane, pellets, or heating oil. In addition to the credit on their utility bill, eligible households will receive valuable information about energy conservation and practical tips on how to save money on energy costs.

Weatherization
The Weatherization Program provides free energy efficiency measures to income-eligible households at no cost to the residents. On an average most households that receive Weatherization Services will reduce heating bills by 35% and may lower your overall energy bills by about $400 a year.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The County of El Dorado Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) Community Services Division provides a range of programs to assist persons in attaining or maintaining their self-sufficiency, independence, safety and/or well-being including Veteran Services, Older Adult Services, Housing and Homelessness, and Home Energy Assistance/Weatherization and Community Corrections Collaborative programs.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:


For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here .

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Program Manager position supporting the Community Services programs is an experienced and compassionate leader with a strong background in managing complex human services programs that serve diverse populations, including older adults, veterans, low-income households, and individuals experiencing housing insecurity. They bring proven expertise in program development, policy implementation, budgeting, and team supervision, as well as a deep understanding of federal, state, and local regulations. This candidate is adept at building partnerships across agencies and the community, has a strategic mindset to support program sustainability and innovation, and demonstrates a commitment to improving quality of life through equitable and responsive public services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:

Education and Experience:
 Any combination of the required training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a field related to the program(s) to which assigned.

AND

Two (2) years of experience providing professional level administrative, financial and management analytical support, or professional level experience in the technical area of community services programs.

Licenses and Certifications:


Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Program Manager as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept".

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton@edcgov.us.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

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 procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Program Manager. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. If you are interested in the position of Program Manager - Community Services within any County department, please submit your application.

We currently have the following vacancies:

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

For your Financial Future:

For your Work/Life Balance:


Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 5/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$110,718.40 - $134,576.00 Annually
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