Transforming Calworks Director; ACAD PRG MGT SUPV

Job Summary

The Director of Transforming CalWORKs Training & Coaching provides strategic, operational, and programmatic leadership for UC Davis' statewide CalWORKs training, technical assistance, and coaching contract with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), which operates with an annual budget of $4 million. This role serves as the primary operational lead for the contract, ensuring high-quality implementation of all deliverables while aligning work to CDSS priorities, implementation science, and the intended statewide culture shift toward family-centered, strengths-based practice.

The Director translates contract scope into actionable plans; oversees training design, delivery, coaching, and evaluation; supervises staff; and ensures integration across partners, counties, and statewide initiatives. While this role carries significant leadership and accountability, it operates within a defined contract scope and under the strategic direction of senior divisional leadership.

Apply By Date April 1, 2026 at 11:59pm

• Masters degree in a related field such as social work, psychology, public administration and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working with CalWORKs, family-centered practice, and knowledge of state-level welfare policies and practices.
• Experience with outreach, partnership development and/or new business development within human services or related sectors.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience, including staff development, feedback delivery and performance management.
• Professional experience in workforce development, product development, training and development, or related fields.
• Extensive experience in project management, overseeing complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, evaluate financial performance, and recommend strategic adjustments.
• Experience in curriculum design and development for professional training.

• Demonstrated experience in designing, planning, and organizing programs for adult learners.
• Coaching training or certification, or equivalent experience applying coaching methods in organizational or human services contexts.
• Experience working in highly collaborative, cross-functional environments with public sector, county partners, or statewide initiatives.
• Working knowledge of evaluation best practices in organizational development and continuous quality improvement.
• Program leadership experience within an entrepreneurial or self-supporting educational environment.
• Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to think creatively and independently to develop strategies and solutions.
• Experience with industry-standard technology and data practices such as Airtable, Salesforce, or similar tools used for project and program management.

• 20% - Program & Implementation Leadership
• 20% - Contract, Deliverables & Compliance Oversight
• 15% - Staff Leadership & Supervision
• 15% - Training Design, Quality & Evaluation
• 15% - Budget and Financial Management
• 15% - Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) is the lifelong learning arm of the university. The division maintains the most diverse portfolio on the campus, with programs spanning pre-college, professional continuing education, workforce development, international academic and cultural exchange, and training services for corporate and agency partners. As a global leader in continuing education, CPE serves learners regionally, nationally and globally, and posts more than 55K enrollments annually making it the third largest UC Extension by enrollment.

Beyond its community-facing role, CPE serves as the internal hub for online education in support of other academic units on the campus. CPE employs approximately 180 employees and draws on the expertise of approximately 1,700 instructors.

• Salary or Pay Range: $102,400 annually - $202,400 annually
• Salary Frequency:
  Annually
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  ACAD PRG MGT SUPV 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Manager will advise
• Location:
  
  Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is onsite with the possibility for a hybrid work arrangement (mix of on-site and remote work).

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or…