Job Posting: Chief Deputy Legislative Director

Department of Insurance

JC-448527
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Chief Deputy Legislative Director
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER III

$9,293.00 - $10,550.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2024

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner/Legislative Director (Exempt), the Staff Services Manager III (SSM Ill) is responsible for the development,  implementation, and management of the Department's statewide legislative program  operations and activities, serves as legislative advisor to the Deputy  Commissioner/Legislative Director, and supervises subordinate staff within the Legislative Office. The incumbent is expected to exercise an extremely high level of self-initiative, follow-through, discretion, and judgment as well as demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external sources diligently representing the Department before governmental entities, political bodies, insurance industry, consumer groups, and other interested stakeholders.


Incumbent shall have three (3) years or more of work experience with increasing responsibilities working in a Legislative Office in the Executive or Legislative  Branch of California State Government and have familiarity with the California health care system, health care legislation, and health care regulatory functions.

 
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Staff Services Manager III examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions. 

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Step 2 - submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now"  button found at the top of this bulletin.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.


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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

  • Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants must reside in California. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

  • Occasional travel may be required within and/ or outside the State of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, bus, train etc.) Travel may include overnight stay(s).

  • Work in a high-rise office building in an open space environment (e.g. artificial lighting, controlled temperature).

  • Appropriate dress for the office environment and occasional interations with the Governor's Office, Department of Finance, State Legislature, regulated entitites, and consumer group representatives

  • Requires ability to effectively handle stress and deadlines in a fast-paced legislative work environment

  • Daily us of personal computer keyboard, mouse, camera for virtual meetings, office equipment, telephone, and related softeware applications at a work station.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-448527
Position #(s):
413-115-4802-001
Working Title:
Chief Deputy Legislative Director
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER III
$9,293.00 - $10,550.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Insurance is looking for a highly motivated team player to join the

POLICY & LEGISLATION BRANCH

Legislative Office

Location: Sacramento


If you want to be part of a fast-paced collaborative team,
in a REMOTE-CENTERED environment,
we want to hear from you!

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.


  • Copy of transcripts - if applicable to meet minimum qualifications
  • Resume
  • Statement of Qualifications
  • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link above. 
  • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Insurance
Attn: Classifications & Consultation
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Insurance
Classifications & Consultation
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    All interested applicants are required to submit a completed Statement of Qualification (SOQ) with the application. Instructions can be found in the "Statement of Qualifications" section of this bulletin.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

• Three (3) years or more of work experience with increasing responsibilities working in a Legislative Office in the Executive or Legislative Branch of California State government.

• Familiarity with the California health care system, health care legislation, and health care regulatory functions.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in policy, legislation, and budget matters to support the regulation of insurance and enhancing consumer protection.

• Successful track record in analyzing and problem-solving highly complex policy matters to recommend creative solutions to benefit consumers.

• Extremely high level of self-initiative and follow-through

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities to diverse and varied audiences

• Exceptional sound judgment, confidence, tact, and discretion given sensitive policy discussions.

• Demonstrated experience in advising executive management and elected officials.

• Demonstrated leadership experience with team player attitude in managing and motivating teams.

Benefits

CDI offers many benefits including the following:

  • Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On the Job Training
  • Paid Holidays and leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
  • Commute Program
  • Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

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Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit
(916) 492-3300
cdijobinquiries@insurance.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.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.

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this position. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

Describe your demonstrated experience, career track record, education, knowledge, and skills that have prepared you for this senior position, with specific reference to the desireable qualifications listed for this position. 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Your response must be typed
  • Font must be Arial 12-Point
  • Single-sided, single-spaced, 1” margin not to exceed two pages

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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free 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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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