Northern Unit Chief

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Job Description The incumbent works under the direction of the Chief, Northern Section, Staff Services Manager II (SSM II). The Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the work of the Northern Unit, which includes analysts who monitor for contract compliance of the public and private non-profit WIC local agencies providing services under contract.

The SSM I supervises the technical assistance, contract management, training, expenditure monitoring, and consultation of contract managers to ensure that the WIC Program is conducted in accordance with state and federal regulations. The SSM I has supervisory and leadership responsibilities and actively participates as a member of the WIC Division management team.

The SSM I is required to:

Work in close coordination with the Northern Section Chief, the LSB Local Support Section, and other CDPH/WIC branches as necessary to implement a strong compliance and monitoring program. Participate in local agency regional meetings and other statewide meetings to communicate program information and support relationships with WIC local agencies. Exercise professionalism and tact when interacting with staff, WIC local agencies, and the general public to build relationships and encourage support. Maintain knowledge and skills related to specific section tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment. Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with the WIC local agencies, public, and/or other employees. Ensure that all staff complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner and adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct. This position may require up to 25% statewide travel, including overnights, to perform job-related duties.

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