Contract & Program Specialist - Vallejo, United States - County of Solano

County of Solano

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Vallejo, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The First 5 Solano Children and Families Commission was established by an ordinance passed by the Solano County Board of Supervisors on June 8, 1999.

The Commission funds many programs within the community and First 5 funds are an integral part of the safety net for children's and family programs in Solano County.

The Commission works closely with community partners to continue to find ways to ensure these critical community investments.

THE POSITION

The Contract and Program Specialist will oversee a variety of programs in the Board of Supervisors Community Investment Fund, with key priorities of addressing Mental Health, Homelessness and Housing Affordability.

Under general direction of the Executive Director or Deputy Director - First 5 Solano, develops and administers contracts for services; reviews and evaluates service proposals; recommends solutions to contractual problems; and ensures compliance with County policies and procedures.

The Specialists are responsible for providing staff reports and presentations to the First 5 Commission (governing board) on topics related to the area of assignment.

In addition, the positions may be responsible for internally run programs, and performs related duties as assigned.

These positions are "at-will" senior management positions and are exempt from the civil service; incumbents serve at the discretion of the Appointment Authority.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Experience
:

Two (2) years of progressively responsible business or contract administration experience, AND**
Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with major upper division course work preferably in business, public administration, finance or accounting.

Special Requirements:

Independent travel may be required
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.

SELECTION PROCESS

05/27/2024 - Tentative week for departmental interviews for most qualified applicants.

HOW TO APPLY**Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at , business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.

5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

How to Submit Your Documents

Veteran's Preference Points

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.

A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE).

Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score.

Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES**:
Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process")