Date Posted:

July 26, 2017

Salary:

$172,930-$261,743 per year

Description:

The California Automated Consortia Eligibility System, or CalACES, is a newly-formed Joint Powers Authority that will take effect in September 2017. CalACES results from a merger of the Los Angeles County with the C-IV Consortium, which presently serves (39) thirty-nine California counties.

The Executive Director will oversee all activities and all projects of the Consortium, and accomplish goals within a $215 million-dollar budget, and in compliance with state and federal guidelines. The Executive Director reports to the JPA Board of Directors and is the Secretary to the Board. The Executive Director facilitates the JPA Board meetings, as well as the Project Steering Committee meetings and the M & O committees and workgroups.

The ideal candidate will have an outstanding track record of successfully managing the implementation of major technology initiatives and projects; and will have proven leadership skills facilitating groups of diverse stakeholders to leverage technology systems to support the business needs of delivering complex benefits programs.

Qualifications:

The qualified candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, business/public administration, or related field AND at least five (5) years of experience in information technology and systems project management.

Additional desirable experience includes both cost-benefit analysis and operational analysis of technology systems in a welfare/benefits business environment.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. Candidates can access the application and a comprehensive brochure at https://calopps.org/regional-government-services/job-16627662 or go to the Member Agencies tab, select Regional Government Services, then Executive Director for CalACES.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 15 for earliest consideration. Application materials will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, and qualified candidates contacted immediately for preliminary phone interviews. A panel interview has been tentatively scheduled for AUGUST 23, 2017. Location will be in Sacramento, CA.

Filing Deadline:

Open Until Filled – Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 15 for earliest consideration