Licensing Program Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Code #: JC-523930

Position #(s): 800-820-8220-003

Working Title: Assistant Program Administrator

Classification: LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER III

Salary: $9,894.00 - $11,234.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: United States

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive. It is the mission of the Community Care Licensing Division to promote the health, safety, and quality of life of each person in community care through the administration of an effective, collaborative regulatory enforcement system. The Program Office, in part, ensures that statewide field operations fulfill this mission.

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.

We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person have desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Under the direction of the Program Administrator (CEA A), the Assistant Program Administrator (LPM III) is directly responsible for the licensing and oversight activities of up to four (4) Adult and Senior Care Program (ASCP) Regional Offices. The LPM III provides operational direction to the Regional Managers, ensures uniform enforcement of regulations using statewide procedures and standards, and reviews and recommends appropriate administrative action against facilities violating statutes and regulations. The LPM III represents the Program with stakeholders and state and local agencies and provides input on issues related to field operations. The LPM III is responsible for the oversight of special projects regarding field operations. The LPM III visits the assigned Regional Offices to review both internal and external operations and to ensure compliance with applicable statutes, policies and procedures. The LPM III analyzes field operations data and provides reports and recommendations to the CEA A.

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified for this position.

include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code.

This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to the appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Final Filing Date: 7/20/2026

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).

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.

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.