Job Description and Duties Join the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) and help make California the best place for people with developmental and other disabilities. People with developmental disabilities and their families lead our Council. Our team of about 75 across 12 offices has a big reach: last year, more than 100,000 people directly and 3 million Californians through systems change. We improve laws, strengthen rights, and remove barriers that keep Californians from services. Lived experience is part of how we lead. We are One Team, One Mission. Come be part of it. Under the direction of the Manager I, the incumbent independently coordinates a variety of complex technical, administrative, and analytical activities for the federal grant SCDD receives for California (Basic State Grant (BSG)), focused on intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) communities and the systems that impact them. The incumbent performs full journey level analytical duties, utilizing the California State Plan, to develop, identify and update accessible information tools, training, and resources for the purpose of regional and statewide systems change, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and leadership development for people with I/DD, their families, professionals, and other stakeholders. The incumbent independently performs duties requiring independence, flexibility, collaboration, and tact. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. This position requires frequent travel in-region and occasional travel out of region using a personal vehicle for official state business; mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with state regulations. Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and carry adequate vehicle insurance as required by state policy. This position requires some work during evenings and weekends. Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave Program: https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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- Duty Statement Department Information The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is an independent state agency mandated by federal and state law to pursue systemic change, capacity-building, and advocacy to promote a person-centered consumer and family-based system of services and supports for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or crossed disabilities. The goal of the federal law is to enable individuals with I/DD (self-advocates) to maximize their self-determination, independence, productivity, and community integration and inclusion. The State Council (Council) consists of 31 voting individual, family, and agency members, all of whom are appointed by the Governor. SCDD values diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility throughout the organization by welcoming a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the resources necessary to thrive and connect others to our mission. We are committed to fostering and maintaining
Department Website:
http://www.scdd.ca.gov 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:
- Demonstrates ability to complete analytical assignments independently, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when management guidance is needed.
- Effective workload management, with reliable tracking of deadlines, deliverables, outstanding questions, and follow-up commitments.
- Consistent attention to accuracy, completeness, and clear presentation in written materials, data entry, reports, and public communications.
- Ability to communicate progress proactively, identify barriers early, and propose practical solutions.
- Demonstrates responsiveness to supervisory direction and constructive feedback, including applying corrections consistently to subsequent work.
- Strong writing skills, including preparing concise reports, professional correspondence, and accessible materials for varied audiences.
- Ability to maintain organized records and use spreadsheets, reporting databases, and collaboration tools to support accurate reporting.
- Knowledge of issues affecting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with commitment to self-determination, meaningful participation, and respectful engagement.
- Ability to research, develop, update, and deliver content / curriculum for in-person, virtual, and hybrid trainings/seminars/presentations on a variety of topics specified in State Council on Developmental Disabilities State Plan to individuals with IDD, family members, professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Create and utilize evaluation tools (e.g. polls, informal feedback, questionnaires and training evaluations) to analyze and measure the effectiveness of State Plan activities, and to assess gaps and needs.
- Occasionally attend board/committee meetings in-person or virtually when necessary.
- Bilingual reading, speaking and writing skills. Spanish strongly preferred, but not required.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Statement of Qualifications All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to be considered. When preparing your Statement of Qualifications, youare required to follow these guidelines:
- The SOQ must be typed, using an Arial font size, no smaller than 12 point.
- The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages, single sided
- The SOQ must be clearly identified at the top of the page, along with your name.
- The evaluation criteria on the SOQ must be addressed and numbered in the same order as is listed below:
- Describe an assignment in which you independently researched a complex issue, analyzed information from multiple sources, and developed a written recommendation. Explain how you verified the information and how your work informed a decision or improvement.
- Describe how you managed multiple assignments with competing deadlines and changing priorities. Explain how you maintained accurate work records, communicated progress, and addressed a deadline you were at risk of missing.
- Describe your experience coordinating a project, training, or community activity involving peopl with disabilities, families, professionals, or partner organizations. Explain how you clarified responsibilities, maintained accurate communications, supported accessibility, and evaluated the results.