Job Posting: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Initiatives Program Manager

California Department of Aging

JC-472842
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Initiatives Program Manager
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)

$7,643.00 - $9,496.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/15/2025

Job Description and Duties


The Position is headquartered in Sacramento.

• This position is pending HR approval
• This position provides hybrid telework opportunities. Beginning July 1, 2025, all employees are required to be in alignment with the Governor's Executive Order N-22-25.

Under the general direction of the California Department of Aging (CDA) Division of Policy, Research and Equity (DPRE), Policy Branch Chief (Staff Services Manager III (SSM III)), the Staff Services Manager (SSM) II, (Alzheimer’s and Dementia Initiatives Program Manager) a non-supervisory expert, serves as CDA’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRDs) program and policy lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME). This position manages, guides and leads multiple collaborative projects on cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury or other dementia diagnoses specific to the population of older Californians, persons with disabilities, family caregivers, and direct care workers. The SSM II works independently and in a lead capacity performing highly technical, complex research and analysis with key focus areas of navigation, access to programs and services, workforce development and financing. The SSM II performs the most complex functions related to ADRDs including policy, programming, problem solving, outreach, communication and consultation to CDA staff, executive management, California Health and Human Services (CalHHS) Agency and its departments, and internal and external stakeholders. This role advances the Governor’s Master Plan for Aging and Task Force on Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention and Preparedness.
 
To be considered for this position you must provide a completed Application, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and Cover Letter.

New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate salary range when applicable. Placement to alternate range may be based on education or experience identified in your state application.

Examination Information
Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Aging must apply and compete through the State recruitment process (3 Steps To A State Job). Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement: CalCareers Exam/Assessment Search

If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Aging, please contact the Human Resources Branch at Careers@aging.ca.gov

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

Working Conditions

The physical work location of the position is designated at the department's headquarters location, a three-story building and standard office modular workspace located in Natomas. The duties of the position require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings whether they are digital (i.e., Zoom, WebEx, MS Teams, etc.) or in person.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-472842
Position #(s):
797-840-4801-XXX
Working Title:
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Initiatives Program Manager
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)
$7,643.00 - $9,496.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State. The Department administers funds allocated under the federal Older Americans Act, the Older Californians Act, and through the Medi-Cal program.

 

Recognizing that California’s over-65 population is projected to grow to 8.6 million by 2030, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-14-19 calling for the creation of a Master Plan for Aging to be developed by December - 2020. The Master Plan will serve as a blueprint that can be used by state government, local communities, private organizations and philanthropy to build environments that promote healthy aging. CDA will play an integral part in the development and implementation of the Master Plan.

 

To learn more about CDA, visit:

https://www.aging.ca.gov/


To learn more about the Master Plan for Aging activities and status, visit:

https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/

To learn more about the Master Plan and the Governor's Executive Order, visit:

https://www.chhs.ca.gov/home/master-plan-for-aging/

Special Requirements

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 and once per year. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information to your application on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, medical information, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of the applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file and appeal with the State Personnel Board.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

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: 4/15/2025

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:

California Department of Aging
Human Resources Branch
Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-472842
2880 Gateway Oaks, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Department of Aging
Human Resources Branch
Human Resources Branch JC-472842
2880 Gateway Oaks, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95833
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualification is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications Instructions" section below for specific requirements.
  • Other - Cover Letter
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:
• Policy and/or procedure development and implementation experience.
• Experience with and/or oversight of contracts, grants, program development, and program management.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders towards common goals.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills along with the ability to communicate with the highest levels of executive management with diplomacy, professionalism, and tact.
• Experience providing exceptional customer service.
• Ability to think creatively to lead projects and improve processes.
• Experience in analyzing and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations.

    Benefits

    In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to programs and services that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout California.

     

    To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Benefit Summary page on the CalHR website.


    CDA is located close to downtown and is easily accessible from various main thoroughfares (i.e. Interstate-5 and Inerstate-80). Employees enjoy a great team environment with amenities including: FREE PARKING and close to various dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.

    Contact Information

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

    Human Resources Contact:
    Human Resources Branch
    (916) 415-7525
    Careers@aging.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) 898-9480
    eeo@aging.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 AND INSTRUCTIONS

    The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is a narrative description of how an applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

    PLEASE NOTE:

    Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

    DISCLAIMER:

    Applicants whom fail to submit a SOQ as required may be screened out from the selection process.

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications”, and each response must be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed.

    CRITERIA:

    1. Describe your knowledge and experience with policy research, analysis, and development related to individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias, older adults, people with cognitive and other disabilities, family caregivers, and direct care workers, as well as why you are interested in this position.

    2. Describe your experience with grant, contract, and program management including developing work plans and overseeing contract and program compliance.

    3. Describe your experience in developing and maintaining strong relationships with aging and disability service providers, advocates, and other stakeholders. Describe any experience you have in working with state and/or federal entities such as the California Health and Human Services Agency, California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), federal Administration for Community Living (ACL), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and local government and community-based organizations that serve persons with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias and other disabilities.

    4. Describe your leadership experience including your experience in working with teams, new initiatives, managing multiple bodies of work, and/or helping an organization attain its strategic goals.

    5. Describe what you see as the most critical challenges and opportunities for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias or other cognitive disabilities and their caregivers.

    *** For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications

    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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