Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
This 12-month limited term position may be extended to a maximum of 24 months or may become permanent.
Under the general direction of the Research Data Supervisor II, the Staff Services Manager I Specialist (SSM I-Specialist) leads the state-led supply chain project, focusing on stakeholder engagement, public meetings, complex project management, and contractor oversight. The SSM I-Specialist conducts comprehensive analysis, prepares high-level reports, and acts as a liaison across internal and external departments. The role includes designing and overseeing major research projects on local food system resiliency, including asset and gap mapping, policy analysis, budget forecasting, and long-term state planning. The incumbent collaborates with the Executive Office, Office of Grants Administration, Office of Farm to Fork, and partner state agencies to achieve project goals.
Incumbent must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; work well under pressure, make appropriate decisions and well-thought-out recommendations, work independently in completing assignments and meeting required deadlines, and manage external contractors.
• Lead high-profile public meetings to gather stakeholder input for the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) state-led supply chain plan.
• Travel statewide to build relationships with food producers, Tribal producers, and food system stakeholders.
• Review and approve contractor invoices, ensuring compliance with project budgets and resolving discrepancies with Financial Services Branch staff.
• Develop and execute a communications strategy to engage stakeholders in the RFSI planning process and promote the final statewide plan.
• Deliver presentations to high-level state officials, stakeholders, and public audiences on project milestones and outcomes
Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
This position’s designated headquarters (HQ) address will be in one of the following counties: Butte County, Del Norte County, El Dorado County, Fresno County, Imperial County, Kern County, Lake County, Lassen County, Los Angeles County, Mendocino County, Modoc County, Mono County, Nevada County, Orange County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County, San Joaquin County, Santa Barbara County, Santa Clara County, Shasta County, Siskiyou County, Stanislaus County, Tehama County, Tulare County, Ventura County.
This position is eligible for telework in accordance with CDFA’s telework policy, however, teleworking employees may be required to report to their HQ location on occasion depending on operational need. Travel expenses to and from HQ are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
The duties of this job are performed indoors 95% of the time. The incumbent in this position teleworks at least 90% of the time. The incumbent is supplied with the necessary tools and supplies to perform the assigned duties, including, but not limited to, a cell phone, a laptop computer with various software programs, and a multifunction print/scan/copy machine.
Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent’s ongoing regular schedule in accordance with CDFA’s Telework Policy. Travel by private vehicle, State vehicle or public transportation to various locations throughout the State such as conferences, site visits or outreach events may be required. A valid driver’s license is required.
