Social Services Program Coordinator

Current Solano County employees are invited to apply for this promotional opportunity. 

• Diversity
• Respect
• Integrity
• Fairness
• Transparency
• Equity
• Responsiveness 

THE POSITION:

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates a social services program(s) providing community support/social rehabilitation services, or treatment of social services clients and their families; evaluates services and programs; serves as a member of the program management/administrative team; may participates in the work of a professional casework unit; serves as a technical resource to staff, clients, and the community in the absence of management staff; and performs related duties as required.

The Social Services Program Coordinator is a supervisory level class in the Social Worker class series responsible for program development, implementation, evaluation, contract development & monitoring, and development of program policy and procedure alternatives. Incumbents work under the direction of management staff in a programmatic analytical capacity.

The Social Services Program Coordinator class is distinguished from the Social Services Supervisor class in that the latter class has ongoing responsibility for unit supervisory duties. The Social Services Program Coordinator class is further distinguished from the Social Services Manager in that the latter class has broader management responsibilities encompassing supervision and management of one or more social services programs and units.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Child Welfare Services professional with an MSW and a strong understanding of the complexities of CWS practice. They have demonstrated ability in coordinating programs, ensuring quality assurance, and overseeing contracts while implementing state and federal mandates. The candidate brings skill in analyzing data to identify trends, conducting systems reviews to improve program performance, and drafting clear, effective policies and procedures.

They are knowledgeable in court processes, trauma-informed and family-centered practice, and culturally responsive service delivery. This individual excels at providing technical guidance to staff, supporting case decisions, collaborating with community partners, and representing the agency in multi-agency settings. Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and collaboration skills are essential.

The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Either I

Two years of experience equivalent to the Social Worker III in Solano County.

OR II

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with coursework that has preferably included thirty (30) semester units in social welfare, sociology, psychology, counseling, gerontology, vocational guidance or other related behavioral science.

AND

Seven years of experience performing professional level social work with a public social services agency or private social services provider. (Preferably including substantial experience with abused/neglected children and/or adults and in a program analysis and program development role)

OR III

Possession of a Master’s degree in Social Services (MSW) or a two year graduate level counseling degree emphasizing marriage, family, and child counseling, gerontology, or clinical psychology. (Both the MSW and the two-year counseling degree must have included supervised field work or an internship)

AND

Five years of post Master’s degree experience performing professional level social work with a public social services agency or private social services provider. (Preferably including substantial experience with abused/neglected children and/or adults and in a program analysis and program development role)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Driver’s License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C Driver’s License is a cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this driver’s license requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
• Assignment Requirements; Some positions in these classes may require work in an out-station location or in a setting with other professionals integrated as a team. Some positions may require on-call and weekend work to assist in providing emergency response services.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Travel: Independent travel may be required to various work sites and client residences.
• Background Investigation: Candidates for some positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation, and/or policy.
• Compliance Agreements: Selectees for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with mandatory child and elder abuse reporting, drug free workforce, and confidentiality.

SELECTION PROCESS:

07/1/2026 – Deadline to submit application and required documents.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. 

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. 

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-1113, 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.

Salary : $111,771 - $135,858