Exam Bulletin - District Administrator, Alcoholic Beverage Control

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control

Exam Code: EX-3829

Examination Plans Included:

  • DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO - Promotional

Final Filing Date: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.

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Classification Details

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO: $9,214.00 - $12,602.00 per Month

View the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO classification specification.

Application Instructions

This is not a timed exam. If you request a Reasonable Accommodation your account will be locked and you will not be able to proceed with the exam until the request is processed.

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis.

Who Should Apply:

The information below will help you determine which classification(s) is(are) appropriate for you. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin to compete in this examination.

Promotional Examination(s):

  • DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO - Promotional

In addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, competition is limited to individuals who meet at least one of the following filing criteria:

  • 1. Have a permanent civil service appointment with a promotional testing department (see Testing Departments), or
  • 2. Are current or former employees of the legislature for 2 or more years as defined in Government Code 18990, or
  • 3. Are current or former non-elected exempt employees of the executive branch for 2 or more consecutive years as defined in Govt. Code 18992, or
  • 4. Are persons retired from the United States military honorably discharged from active duty with a service disability or honorably discharged from active duty as defined in Government Code 18991. Applicants must provide a copy of discharge papers (DD 214) for verification purposes at the time of application.

Under certain circumstances other employees may be allowed to compete under provisions of Rules 234, 235 and 235.2. California Code of Regulations Rules 233, 234, 235.2 and 237 contain provisions regarding civil service status and eligibility for promotional examinations.

For all Classifications, once you have participated in any of the following examinations, you may not recompete for 6 months:

Exam Code(s):

    3829

For DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO, once you have participated in any of the following examinations, you may not recompete for 6 months:

Exam Code(s):

  • EX-03829

How To Apply:

Submit an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) to apply for this examination.

Electronic applications can be submitted through your account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

Special Testing Arrangements:

If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, indicate on your application that you need reasonable accommodation. You will be contacted by a representative of the testing department to make the necessary arrangements. If you have not been contacted by the time you receive notification of testing, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

If you are unable to submit your application or complete the test due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted to the examination.

Unless otherwise stated in the Minimum Qualifications, qualifying experience may be combined on a proportionate basis if the requirements stated below include more than one pattern and are distinguished as "Either" 1, "or" 2, "or" 3, etc. For example, applicants possessing qualifying experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 1 and additional experience amounting to 50% of the required time of Pattern 2 may be accepted to an examination as meeting 100% of the overall experience requirement.

00108677 - DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO

Either 1

Two years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Supervising Special Investigator, Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Or 2

Three years of experience in investigation work, at least two of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. (Experience in California state service applied toward this requirement must include at least two years performing the duties of a class at a level of responsibility equivalent to that of Supervising Special Investigator, Alcoholic Beverage Control.)

Position Description

00108677 - DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO

Plans and organizes the work of the field office and enforcement staff; trains and directs the staff in investigation and licensing activities related to enforcement of the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws; conducts internal affairs investigations and management audit of field offices and makes recommendations to the Director; evaluates staff performance and takes or recommends appropriate action; submits recommendations to division headquarters regarding the development and revision of policies and procedures; advises special investigators and local law enforcement agencies regarding the interpretation and application of the provisions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and rules and regulations of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; works with and secures the cooperation of other enforcement agencies; gives direct supervision and personal assistance on difficult and complex investigations and enforcement problems; reviews and evaluates final recommendations for issuance or denial of licenses; proposes disposition of disciplinary cases where administrative hearings are waived; reviews and evaluates reports; conducts training programs in the special techniques of enforcement of Alcoholic Beverage Control laws; appears before civic groups and trade organizations to explain the purposes and activities of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; independently answers correspondence.

Special Personal Characteristics

Willingness to work and travel throughout an assigned area and to work long and unusual hours; willingness to accept responsibility for difficult and unusual assignments; keenness of observation; emotional stability; tact; neat personal appearance; and ability to qualify for a fiduciary bond.

Minimum age for appointment: 21 years.

Additional Desirable Qualification

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

For information regarding position location(s), please refer to the Eligible List Information section.

Examination Information

This examination consists of the following component(s):

Component OrderComponent TypeComponent DuePercentage of Final Score
1Online ExamContinuous100%

A final score of 70% must be attained to be placed on the eligible list.

In addition to evaluating the applicant's relative knowledge, skill and ability as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education/experience, emphasis in each test component will be on measuring competitively, relative to job demands, each applicant's:

Knowledge of:
  1. Provisions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and the rules and regulations of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
  2. Investigation techniques and procedures.
  3. Rules of evidence, laws of arrest, search and seizure, legal rights of citizens, and procedures before administrative hearing officers and the lower courts.
  4. Principles of effective training and supervision.
  5. Purposes, organization, and activities of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
  6. Business and record-keeping practices.
  7. Modern office methods and procedures.
  8. Local law enforcement responsibilities in California.
  9. The Department's Affirmative Action Program objectives.
  10. A manager's role in the Affirmative Action Program and the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.
Ability to:
  1. Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
  2. Interpret and apply the provisions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and the regulations of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
  3. Make difficult investigations.
  4. Plan and direct the work of others.
  5. Work cooperatively with other enforcement agencies.
  6. Direct the collection and preservation of evidence.
  7. Analyze situations accurately, draw logical conclusions, and prepare recommendations.
  8. Think and act quickly in emergencies and work effectively in situations requiring extreme tact.
  9. Exercise good judgment in appraising intangible and unprecedented factors in the application of the Alcoholic Beverage Control laws and the rules and regulations of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
  10. Answer correspondence independently, prepare detailed and comprehensive reports and speak effectively.
  11. Good memory for names, places, and incidents.
  12. Effectively contribute to the Department's affirmative action objectives.

Eligible List Information

A Departmental Promotional eligible list for the DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR, ALCOHO Classification will be established for:

  • Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control

The names of successful competitors will be merged onto the eligible list(s) in order of final score regardless of test date. Eligibility expires 12 months after it is established. Applicants must then retake the examination to reestablish eligibility.

Resulting Eligibility List(s) will be used to fill vacancies throughout the State of California.

Veterans' Preference is not granted for promotional examinations.

Career Credits are not granted for examination(s) administered on an Open basis or a Promotional basis.

District Administrator, Alcoholic Beverage Control Training and Experience Evaluation Exam Preview

Instructions:
Rate your experience performing specific job-related tasks.

Respond to each of the following statements by indicating how the statement applies to you. You are required to respond to every question and provide relevant examples. Also, indicate the references who can verify the information provided.

In responding to each statement, you may refer to your WORK EXPERIENCE, whether paid or volunteer, your EDUCATION, and/or FORMAL TRAINING COURSES you have completed.

PLEASE NOTE: This examination is designed to gain an overall assessment of your education, training, and experience as it directly relates to the duties and the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Possession of specific education is not required to be successful in this examination; however, such achievements may substitute for desirable levels of experience. All components of this examination have been carefully validated by tying them directly to job requirements and documenting their relevance to the position.

Tasks
  1. Overseeing complex and sensitive investigations and enforcement operations (e.g. undercover operations, surveillance, search and/or arrest warrant execution, major events) to ensure operations are accomplished in accordance with organization policies and procedures and all penal provisions.
  2. Using organization issued safety equipment (e.g. firearms, taser, batons, communication equipment, vehicles, pursuit operations, etc.) when conducting field operations to ensure officer safety in accordance with organization’s policy.
  3. Examining a variety of records (e.g. investigative reports, crime trends, policies, regulatory requirements, search or arrest warrant declarations and other evidentiary and investigative documents) to determine if the required elements for a criminal and/or administrative violation are present and whether disciplinary action is warranted and recommend appropriate penalty.
  4. Reviewing search or arrest warrant declarations for accuracy and probable cause to ensure documents meet legal requirements.
  5. Supervising confidential and sensitive assignments/projects to ensure integrity is maintained as directed by executive staff.
  6. Conducting legal research (e.g. local, State, and Federal statutes new laws, court decisions, internal policies and/or regulations, etc.) when analyzing investigations to ensure applicable laws, rules, and regulations are followed in accordance with organization policy.
  7. Managing staff in the performance of their law enforcement officer duties pursuant to organizational policies, ABC Act and all applicable laws.
  8. Monitoring investigations and tracking logs using appropriate computer databases to ensure timely progression.
  9. Analyzing investigations and information regarding findings with organizational legal and/or executive staff and/or local prosecuting agencies to determine suitability for administrative accusations and criminal prosecutions.
  10. Adhering to the law enforcement code of ethics and organization policies to set a positive example for subordinate staff.
  11. Communicating with and/or providing presentations to various stakeholders (e.g. the public, government agencies, law enforcement agencies, consultants, licensees) to build positive working relationships within communities.
  12. Communicating effectively in stressful situations (e.g. deescalating law enforcement contacts, conflict resolution between staff, use of force incidents, citizen complaints, mediating with stakeholders and/or licensees, local government agencies, local law enforcement, community organizations, etc.) to maintain a professional and positive image.
  13. Responding to a variety of issues (e.g. complaints, inquiries, requests) from the public or interested parties in a timely, professional, and courteous manner, to maintain positive public relations and fulfill the organization’s mission.
  14. Providing activity reports to the Deputy Division Chief regarding enforcement operations and activity conducted during the reporting period.
  15. Evaluating and allocating personnel and resources to direct changing priorities of the organization to address immediate needs and/or politically sensitive issues (e.g. local, State, and Federal statutes new laws, court decisions, internal policies and/or regulations, etc.)
  16. Ensuring compliance with organization and State of California policies, procedures, and regulations (e.g. Equal Employment Opportunity, labor contracts, Peace Officer Bill of Rights) to ensure the health, safety, and fair treatment of employees.
  17. Participating in the hiring process (e.g. screening applications, developing interview questions, conducting interviews, etc.) to fill vacant positions.
  18. Composing, reviewing, and/or editing correspondence and other job-related documents and materials (e.g. memos, letters, reports, procedures, manuals) to disseminate accurate, complete and/or legally sufficient information to a variety of audiences in a clear and concise manner.
  19. Reviewing various administrative documents (e.g. supply orders, utility bills, service requests, overtime budget, travel expense claims, leave usage etc.) to ensure efficient office operations.
  20. Providing training, adhering to mandatory postings, and leading by example to support awareness and sensitivity of cultural differences within the work environment.
  21. Assisting in the development of training programs, materials, and/or curriculum to address the training needs of the organization.
  22. Training internal and external law enforcement officers on various enforcement and investigative activities to develop competency using manuals, policies, ABC Act, and relevant statutes.
  23. Approving formal training classes and seminars (e.g. POST, organizational training, outside training) required and/or available for the professional development of staff and to ensure compliance with State mandates.
  24. Completing all required training (e.g. firearm proficiency training, CPR/first aid, EVOC, sexual harassment, workplace violence, etc.) to ensure compliance with Department policies, Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and State law.
  25. Communicating expectations and providing ongoing direction including verbal and written feedback to subordinate staff regarding job duties to improve performance and productivity and to ensure consistency and stability of office functions.
  26. Conducting staff meetings to disseminate information, resolve issues/problems, provide training, and/or discuss current trends (e.g. local, State, and Federal statutes new laws, court decisions, internal policies and/or regulations, etc.)
  27. Mentoring subordinate staff to improve performance and productivity and assist with career development and upward mobility.

Testing Departments

  • Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control

Contact Information

Administrative questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Ginger Valdez
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95834
Phone: (916) 419-2557
Fax: (916) 419-2569
Ginger.Valdez@abc.ca.gov

Technical questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

California Department of Human Resources
CalCareer Service Center
1810 16th Street
Sacramento, AL 95811
Phone: (866) 844-8671
CalCareer@Calhr.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice). TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Drug Free Statement

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free State work place. Any applicant for State employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective, because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing civil service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

General Information

Examination and/or Employment Application (STD 678) forms are available at the California Department of Human Resources, local offices of the Employment Development Department, and through your CalCareer Account (www.CalCareers.ca.gov).

If you meet the requirements stated on this examination bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described in this bulletin will be rated against a predetermined job-related rating, and all applicants who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service laws and rules and all applicants will be notified.

General Qualifications: Applicants must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. A medical examination may be required. In open examinations, investigation may be made of employment records and personal history and fingerprinting may be required.

Eligible Lists: Eligible lists established by competitive examination, regardless of date, must be used in the following order: 1) sub-divisional promotional, 2) departmental promotional, 3) multi-departmental promotional, 4) service-wide promotional, 5) departmental open, 6) open. When there are two lists of the same kind, the older must be used first. Eligible lists will expire in one to four years unless otherwise stated on the bulletin.

High School Equivalence: Equivalence to completion of the 12th grade may be demonstrated in any one of the following ways: 1) passing the General Education Development (GED) Test; 2) completion of 12 semester units of college-level work; 3) certification from the State Department of Education, a local school board, or high school authorities that the competitor is considered to have education equivalent to graduation from high school; or 4) for clerical and accounting classes, substitution of business college work in place of high school on a year-for-year basis.

Accepted applicants must provide proof of identification at each in-person test session. Acceptable identification consists of a photo identification card or two forms of signed identification.
Application Methods:
Electronic (Your CalCareer Account)