| Post Code: D702 | |
| Announcement Number: LEHS9700 | |
| Classification Number: Z7010 | |
| Open: 10/22/2009 | |
| Close: 11/5/2009 | |
| Location: Roseburg | |
| Availability: Full Time | |
INTRODUCTION The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)/Children, Adults and Families is seeking candidates with exceptional qualifications to be considered for the Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) District Manager providing services to District 6. The chosen candidate will contribute to the department mission through administration, management, leadership, and supervision of the department's child welfare and self-sufficiency programs at the local level. This position is executive service and is not represented by a union. DHS serves our state and the people in it. We:
DHS employs over 10,000 people, in more than 160 locations around the state, and delivers services through, and in coordination with, many community partners. SCOPE OF THE POSITION This position contributes to the DHS mission through administration, management, leadership, and supervision of the department's child welfare and self-sufficiency programs at the local level. These positions have the authority and responsibility to assure excellence in all aspects of DHS service delivery. This is accomplished by developing, maintaining and/or expanding communities’ capacity to serve departmental customers through partnerships and advocacy, and through effective and efficient management activities which foster and preserve the public trust. The major duties include:
Please be aware that due to the economic downturn and subsequent state budget short-fall the Governor has ordered mandatory furloughs for employees. This position will be required to take furloughs in the biennium 2009-2011. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four years of management experience related to a human services program which included responsibility for each of the following:
Graduate level course work (48 quarter or 32 semester hours) in management may be substituted for one year of the required experience. EDUCATION: Although undergraduate and graduate degrees are valued, we encourage all individuals with the desired competencies and experience to apply. DESIRED COMPENTENCIES Qualifying applications will be reviewed based upon the Desired Competency Areas. Those candidates who qualify and whose experience best matches the Desired Competency Areas will be selected for interview(s). Working experience with the following: Managing diverse programs; Managing budgets; Building high performance teams: Managing through cultural changes of an organization and; Managing in a highly political and visible arena. TO APPLY: A completed DHS Executive Service Application Form (located at the end of this announcement). A current resume that clearly indicates that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. AND A narrative explaining how your background, experience and training qualify you for this position. Please describe your experience and training specifically as they relate to the desired competencies previously listed. You may deliver, mail, e-mail or FAX your completed application to: (Indicate LEHS9700 in the subject line of the e-mail)
Department of Human Services
Recruitment and Retention Services
ATTENTION: Jean Fauth
500 Summer Street NE, E22
Salem OR 97301-1099
or
FAX your application to 503-378-2249
APPLICATION PROCESS Obtain application materials, job, and benefits information by:
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), Monday through Friday. Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. DHS does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, DHS is not responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm the DHS Office of Human Resources receipt of application materials. The published pay range listed on all announcements may change without notice. If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the DHS, Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. WORKING CONDITIONS Working on a district wide basis with a diverse group of DHS staff, local government officials, private non‑profits, clients and other partners and service providers. May have to deal with frustrated or upset customers, employees or partners. May have to work with multiple partners with conflicting requirements or agendas. Much of the work is performed under pressure of time or adverse circumstances. Non‑traditional work hours. Travel. You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. These positions work a professional workweek and the incumbent's flexibility to this work schedule is considered a condition of employment. It is understood that the hours of work may vary from day to day, week to week. The hiring manager will work with the incumbent to determine work schedule specifics. Significant time will be spent in Salem at meetings. Working in a virtual office will be the norm. Because of the need for so much travel and the need to constantly be meeting with partners, the person in this position often will be working outside a regular office. The Oregon Department of Human Services is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
EXECUTIVE SERVICE APPLICATION FORM
APPLICANT NAME: MAILING ADDRESS: STATE OF OREGON EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (REQUIRED): OR OR APPLICANT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE: E-MAIL: POSITION: PEMF/DISTRICT MANAGER/LEHS9700 Helpful link for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtml I understand that any oral or written statement that is false, fraudulent, or misleading in this material, or made in the course of any related employment process, whether made by me or by others at my request, will result in rejection of this material, denial of employment, or dismissal from state service if discovered after employment, and in many circumstances, prosecution for a crime. I certify that all statements contained herein are true and complete whether made by me or others at my request. I understand that I must prove that I am authorized to work in the United States if I am hired. I authorize the employing agency to verify the employment and education information provided in this material. I authorize my driving record to be checked if the position for which I am applying requires driving. I understand and agree to a pre-employment drug screening and a background check. APPLICANT SIGNATURE: DATE: RECRUITMENT TRACKING INFORMATION
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
Classification Number: Announcement Number: HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THIS POSITION?
Newspaper (List Publication) State Jobs Page (www.oregonjobs.org) Employment Office State Agency website Other website (List website) Employee Referral Friend Other:
The State of Oregon has an Affirmative Action Policy. If you choose to provide this information, it will help us evaluate the effectiveness of our affirmative action programs. This will also be used for research and statistical purposes.
Ethnic Background (check only one)
(A) Asian or Pacific Islander: Persons having origins in any of the peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa. (B) African American (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the black ethnic groups.
(H) Hispanic: Persons having origins in any of the Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish cultures, regardless of ethnicity.(I) Native American or Alaskan Native: Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition. (W) Caucasian (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, North Africa or the Middle East. Gender: MALE FEMALE Disabled: YES NO (Checking the “yes” box has no effect on an employer's obligation to provide reasonable accommodation under state and federal disability laws.) ATTENTION: Attach this page to your application materials, even if you do not provide the voluntary information. | |
