SOC Deputy Director, Finance and Logistics Administration

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

In coordination with the SOC Director and SOC Deputy Directors for Operations and for Planning and Intelligence, this position provides leadership to the Permanent Incident Support Team within the ICS structure, which is utilized to respond to emergencies and disasters within California. Under the general direction of the SOC Director, this position is responsible for a wide range of tasks including, but not limited to, developing and implementing strategies and tactics to achieve the incident objectives, coordinating with state and federal agencies, providing guidance, and supporting the response efforts of other state agencies. Additionally, this position may entail leading or being a part of special projects, various task forces, and SOC-wide projects/initiatives.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

In Office : This position supports and manages the day-to-day business operations for Cal OES which is handled in an office location. This is not considered a hybrid telework position.

DMV Pull Program : Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Conflict of Interest (COI) : This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and 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.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application ( do not note “see attached resume” in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Demonstrated experience leading complex programs or organizations through subordinate managers and/or supervisors.
• Experience establishing strategic priorities, managing organizational performance, and implementing initiatives that improve operational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, manage competing priorities, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Experience developing and mentoring mangers, supervisors, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEM), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Incident Command System (ICS).
• Experience supporting emergency operations centers, coordination centers, incident management teams, or large-scale emergency response and/or recovery operations.
• Understanding of Logistics Section and Finance/Administration Section functions within an ICS/SEMS environment.
• Experience supporting major incidents, disasters, special events, or continuity operations requiring rapid resource coordination and decision-making.
• Experience overseeing logistics, resource management, procurement, contracts, facilities, fleet, warehousing, supply chain, or related operational support functions.
• Experience managing complex budgets, fiscal programs, grants, cost recovery, emergency expenditures, or financial administration activities.
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement, contracting, fiscal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience balancing operational needs with fiscal stewardship, accountability, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience coordinating with executive leadership, governmental agencies, vendors, contractors, and internal and external partners to accomplish organizational objectives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive briefings, policy recommendations, operational updates, and strategic plans.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS :

• The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-sided, single-spaced in 11-point Arial font.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING :

1. Describe your experience leading complex programs, divisions, or organizations through managers and supervisors. Include examples of how you established strategic priorities, managed competing demands, developed staff, and achieved organizational objectives.
2. Describe your experience overseeing logistics, fiscal, administrative, resource management, procurement, contracts, facilities, or other support functions in an emergency management, public safety, governmental, military, or similarly complex operational environment. Include your role, key challenges, decisions you made, and the outcomes achieved.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package

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 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 - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.