This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after November 7, 2023.   This position works a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. The salary for this position is $6,333.34 per month and is non-negotiable.    WHO WE ARE Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.   WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES The Human Resources Department supports the Foundation’s mission by providing quality customer service and guidance in the areas of recruitment and onboarding, compensation and benefits administration, training, and employee relations. SDSURF HR strives to create a positive employee experience throughout the entire employee lifecycle. Through strategic partnerships, the Human Resources department helps attract and retain qualified, diverse, and competent talent who are committed to the success of the Research Foundation.

The SDSU Research Foundation Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is the largest WIC agency in San Diego County, with approximately 80 employees providing a variety of nutrition services to over 26,000 participants monthly. The WIC program is a safety net program that aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care for residents of San Diego County.   Under the direction of the Area Supervisor and Registered Dietitian Supervisor, the WIC Nutrition Services Assistant is responsible for providing a variety of clerical duties in support of WIC program operations; provides customer service to program participants and applicants; educating participants on non-nutrition issues such as program orientation, including the use of food benefits and determines eligibility of WIC participants. This position travels to other WIC Offices in the San Diego region as needed. This position may include training for eligibility to become a certified California WIC Nutrition Assistant (WNA).   This position is located at the Vista WIC Office, 1031 South Santa Fe Ave Suite F & G Vista, CA 92083.   The hourly rate for this position is $16.30 - $17.00 depending on qualifications and is non-negotiable. 

The salary range for this position is $18.00 - $267.50 per hour. This position starting range is budgeted at $28.00 - $38/ph. depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable. This position is scheduled to start in January 2024.   Prison Arts Collective (PAC) works to expand access to the transformative power of the arts through collaboration and mutual learning that supports the development of self-expression, reflection, communication, and empathy through providing multidisciplinary arts programming in correctional institutions. PAC currently facilitates weekly multidisciplinary arts programming and art facilitator training (AFT) programs in 12 prisons throughout California. PAC is based at San Diego State University and has partnerships with California State University, Fullerton; Humboldt State University, and California State University, San Bernardino.

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after October 27, 2023.   The salary range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00 depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    This position works a hybrid in-office/remote schedule.    WHO WE ARE Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference. WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES Our Finance department provides full range of finance, budget, and accounting services. Having skilled financial leaders, technology-based systems and processes allows the department to excel at our finance work, which supports the SDSU research mission and overall strategic growth plans.

The salary range for this position is $5,373.33 - $6,000.00 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    The Department of Anthropology at San Diego State University invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellow position in primatology. The position is part of a U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) funded, interdisciplinary project, integrating anthropology and statistics, to advance knowledge and understanding of how primates adapt to risks and rewards in anthropogenic landscapes. The overall project goals are to: 1) analyze how a human-induced landscape of fear affects primate decision-making about when, where, and with whom to forage and move, 2) broaden our understanding of the demographic, cultural, and emotional factors underlying people’s propensity to interact with primates, and 3) generate novel statistical methodology for holistic, quantitative inference about decision-making that will be broadly applicable to the Social, Behavioral, and Economic sciences. The specific system that we are investigating is the human-macaque interface on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.   The postdoc would work primarily with the PI, Dr. Erin Riley (SDSU), with extensive collaboration with co-PIs, Dr. Henry Scharf (Statistics, University of Arizona), Dr. Amanda Ellwanger (Anthropology, Georgia State University- Perimeter College), and the PIs’s Indonesian counterpart, Dr. Ngakan Putu Oka (Forestry, UNHAS). This one-year position will begin June 17, 2024, with the possibility of an additional year of funding. The postdoc would primarily be based at the PI’s field research site in South Sulawesi, Indonesia to collect behavioral, ecological, and spatial data on wild moor macaques (Macaca maura) and their interface with humans in Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park.  

The hourly rate range for this position is $20.30 - $39.18 per hour. This position is budgeted at $22-$26 p/hr. depending upon qualifications and range rate is non-negotiable.   The San Diego State University Pre-College Institute for Transformative Education is a change-ready strategic-thinking/planning organization that promotes college access and completion for underserved students through excellence and innovation in education. The Pre-College Institute as part of San Diego State University is a trans-border organization (organización transfronteriza). This organization is in its 40th year of operation and has established systems and protocols that govern the implementation of its objectives, practices, and procedures.   Under the direct supervision of the PCI Executive Director, the Work-Study Internship Coordinator is responsible for cooperating with UB/HCOP Staff in managing the UB/HCOP Summer Academy enrollment process; for the development of a STEAM work-study research internships and the pre-internships initiative for low-income and/or potential first-generation college-bound high school students. The incumbent uses independent analysis and judgment to develop, coordinate, and supervise complex and varied administrative tasks to provide exemplary work-study opportunities for high school students in collaboration with the campus community and PCI’s university and laboratory partners. The position encompasses three major areas of responsibility: Internship development and coordination, employer relations, student/academic department relations, high school student recruitment and enrollment management. The incumbent will secure internship placements for students according to their interests and the availability of internship positions.  

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after October 5, 2023.  The salary for this position is $5373-$5873 per month depending upon qualifications and internal equties and is non-negotiable.  Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services incorporate principles of anti-racist, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented practices. Providing over 70,000 learning experiences to health and human service and justice system professionals annually, the Academy creates experiences with the mission to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities. The Academy continues to grow with new programs and a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond. A significant effort in the Academy’s commitment to the ongoing work of creating an anti-racist, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed workplace is the recruitment of individuals who represent the full diversity of our community. The Academy invests in people to create an innovative work environment that promotes well-being and a culture that builds on and fosters the strengths of its staff and their intersectional identities. When you join the Academy team you can expect to contribute to an inclusive and innovative environment where the sharing of ideas, perspectives, and experiences is welcomed and encouraged. In applying for a position at the Academy, we invite you to consider our Core Values and our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Academy’s Learning Experience Design (LXD) Team provides learning experiences and graphic design support to all Academy programs, including the design and development of eLearning courses, marketing and communication materials, custom animations and videos, and innovative digital products that inspire others and help transform hearts, minds, and practice.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 - $20.00 depending on qualifications and is non-negotiable.    The SDSU Research Foundation Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is the largest WIC agency in San Diego County, with approximately 80 employees providing a variety of nutrition services to over 26,000 participants monthly. The WIC program is a safety net program that aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care for residents of San Diego County.   Under the direction of the Registered Dietitian, the Degreed Nutritionist determines eligibility, provides nutrition education classes and counseling services for program participants.      **Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis for this recruitment pool. Candidates will be screened for interviews as positions become available. ** For a list of our SDSURF WIC locations, click here.   Please upload a copy of your transcripts under the Candidate Details Tab - Additional Data.

The salary for this position is $5,373 - $6,500 per month depending upon qualifications and internal equitites and is non-negotiable.    WHO WE ARE Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.   WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES The SDSURF’s Facilities Planning & Management department participates in the university’s mission of research excellence by supporting and housing funded research in research foundation-owned and leased properties. The model of asset management performance balances research, university, and commercial space occupancies to maximize research opportunities, university needs, and utilizes commercial rent revenue to offset operational expenses. We are a team who collaborate on all daily functions while playing an integral role in the support and success of SDSU researchers.   YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE As a Project Manager with the Facilities Planning & Management team, and under the general direction of the Senior Planner of Facilities Planning & Management, you will be responsible for performing a variety of responsibilities related to the design and tenant improvement construction of research foundation-owned property, and leased project space associated with the research foundation’s real property holdings. You will be responsible for interfacing with senior executives, university representatives, faculty, tenants, vendors, contractors, and a variety of external agencies. Work is performed using considerable judgment and involves management of critical data, integrating processes within an organization as a whole to maintain core services, which support and foster research, as well as the SDSU research mission and overall strategic growth plans.

The salary range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable. FUNCTION OF THE UNIT SDSU is leading a new project funded by a UC Climate Action grant in support of a collaborative partnership to advance community and ecosystem resilience to climate change through Indigenous stewardship. Our project, the Collaborative of Native Nations for Climate Transformation and Stewardship (CNNCTS) brings together four universities, six Tribal partners, and the Climate Science Alliance’s Tribal Working Group, a network of representatives from 20+ Tribal governments and organizations in southern California to facilitate a paradigm shift in how climate action is visioned, led, and implemented. Our collaborative model embodies equal valuation of Indigenous and academic knowledge, advances Indigenous management practices and stewardship, and innovates shared learning opportunities for university students and community members.   The objectives of CNNCTS are to: - Advance Science-informed Climate Action; - Translate Knowledges to Practice; - Put Adaptation into Action; - Expand Landscape Stewardship Pathways; and - Promote Social Entrepreneurship.   CNNCTS will deliver high-impact, interdisciplinary curricula and research opportunities to Tribal members and CSU/UC students and faculty, providing real-world technical and workforce training. We will co-produce actionable research on relevant climate adaptation strategies and strengthen relationships between academic and Tribal communities through place-based experiences that will advance community-led climate action.   PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Program Development and Management Analyst will be hired to oversee the day to day operations and logistics of CNNCTS. The candidate will oversee a wide range of initiatives in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail, accuracy and timelines. You will plan, coordinate and complete internal events such as off-sites, team building events and organizational wide meetings (all hands). You will plan, coordinate and implement external events as well for our community partners.  

This position is open until filled with an applcation review to take place after October 13, 2023.   The salary for this position is $6,500-$7,000 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    This position serves San Diego and Imperial Counties.   Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services integrate culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices into our daily work to promote healing and healthy relationships. Providing over 70,000 learning experiences to health and human service and justice system professionals annually, the Academy creates experiences with the mission to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities. The Academy continues to grow with new programs and a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond.    A significant effort in the Academy’s commitment to incorporate culturally responsive and recovery oriented practices is the recruitment of individuals who represent the full diversity of our community. The Academy invests in people to create an innovative work environment that promotes well-being and a culture that builds on and fosters the strengths of its staff and their intersectional identities. When you join the Academy team you can expect to contribute to an inclusive and innovative environment where the sharing of ideas, perspectives, and experiences is welcomed and encouraged. In applying for a position at the Academy, we invite you to consider our Core Values and our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Child Welfare Development Services (CWDS) provides workforce development, organizational support, technical assistance and capacity building for the public child welfare staff of Southern California counties. These services include coaching, simulation, classroom training, eLearning and evaluation services. Workforce development services consist of development opportunities  for new social workers, the existing workforce, supervisors, managers and executive level leadership as well as community partners and multi disciplinary partners working closely with child welfare agencies.

The salary range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    The SDSU Research Foundation WIC Program is the largest WIC agency in San Diego County, with approximately 80 employees providing a variety of nutrition services to over 40,000 participants monthly.   Under the direction of the Registered Dietitian, the Degreed Nutritionist determines eligibility, provides nutrition education classes and counseling services for program participants.      We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to the team, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more, please click here.   It is a requirement that the candidate selected for this role be bilingual in English and Arabic. At the time of application, please upload a writing sample written in Arabic telling us why you would like to work for WIC.   This position is located in the El Cajon Office - 301 N. Magnolia Ave. #101 El Cajon, CA 92020.

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after September 14, 2023.   The salary for this position is $9,750.00 per month and is non-negotiable.    This position will be assigned to work as an integral member of the Interwork Institute and its associated projects. The Interwork Institute promotes the integration of all individuals, including those with disabilities, into all aspects of education, work, family, and community life. The Institute conducts research, training, and education using a variety of strategies including distance learning technologies. Current efforts include promoting universal design and full integration of all individuals in our communities.  Education and research efforts involve organizations and individuals in all states, tribal communities, the Pacific Basin, Asia, and Europe. In addition to supporting the overall work of the Institute, the position will support the program evaluation activities of the VRTAC-QM project within the Interwork Institute.  The Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center for Quality Management (VRTAC-QM) provides training and technical assistance (TA) to State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies (SVRAs) to help them identify and adopt quality program and performance, and fiscal and resource management strategies and practices that will result in improved service delivery and outcomes. The position will be responsible for the evaluation activities of the entire project as directed by the lead program evaluator.    Related to the work of the VRTAC-QM: Under direction of the Principal Investigator, and in partnership with the Project Director and lead Program Evaluator of the VRTAC-QM, the position will design, implement and conduct program evaluation activities for the project. Related to the Interwork Institute work: The position will contribute to generating contracts and grant funding for projects that are consistent with the mission and vision of the Institute.  In addition, the position will direct funded projects, lead teams to accomplish project goals, and work collaboratively with other staff within the Institute as needed.  

The salary range for this position is $22.00 - $34.68 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    The Society, Equity, Stigma, and Health Lab (SESH Lab), directed by Dr. Arjan van der Star, conducts research focused on multilevel, societal systemic mechanisms driving adverse mental health outcomes among sexual and gender minorities, using a wide range of (social) epidemiological methods. The Body Image, Sexuality, and Health Lab (BISH Lab), directed by Dr. Aaron Blashill, conducts research focused on sexual orientation and gender identity-based disparities in mental health, physical health, and health behaviors. The Cancer Disparities and Cancer Communication Lab is directed by Dr. Kristen Wells. Research in this lab focuses on the development and evaluation of patient navigation, community health worker, and health communication interventions. Drs. Van der Star, Blashill, and Wells received funds from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to conduct and facilitate epidemiological research and research on suicide prevention in gender and sexual minority youth and young adults.   This position will be primarily involved in two NIH-funded research projects: 1) an epidemiological data harmonization study on the socioecology of sexual minority stigma and sexual minority mental health and 2) an intervention study focusing on suicide prevention among sexual and gender minority youth. This is a two-year position, with opportunities for extension pending availability of funding. Start date is early fall 2023. The Research Coordinator will interact with multidisciplinary research labs focused on LGBTQ+ health, clinical psychology, health behavior, social and psychiatric epidemiology, and intervention development.

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after November 27, 2023.   The salary for this position is $20.00 per hour and is non-negotiable.    Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services integrate culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices into our daily work to promote healing and healthy relationships. Providing over 70,000 learning experiences to health and human service and justice system professionals annually, the Academy creates experiences with the mission to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities. The Academy continues to grow with new programs and a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond.    A significant effort in the Academy’s commitment to incorporate culturally responsive and recovery oriented practices is the recruitment of individuals who represent the full diversity of our community. The Academy invests in people to create an innovative work environment that promotes well-being and a culture that builds on and fosters the strengths of its staff and their intersectional identities. When you join the Academy team you can expect to contribute to an inclusive and innovative environment where the sharing of ideas, perspectives, and experiences is welcomed and encouraged. In applying for a position at the Academy, we invite you to consider our Core Values and our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Child Welfare Development Services (CWDS) provides workforce development, organizational support, technical assistance and capacity building for the public child welfare staff of Southern California counties. These services include coaching, simulation, classroom training, eLearning and evaluation services. Workforce development services consist of development opportunities for new social workers, the existing workforce, supervisors, managers and executive level leadership as well as community partners and multi-disciplinary partners working closely with child welfare agencies.    

The salary range for this position is $22.00 – $25.00 hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    Under direct supervision, incumbents are responsible for providing general trauma-informed counseling strategies and counseling services to participants in the Driving Under the Influence Program (DUIP). The Counselor/Instructor will demonstrate the importance of ensuring the physical and emotional safety of clients and the understanding of general trauma-informed counseling strategies. DUIP Counselor/Instructors responsibilities include facilitating group and education sessions; managing assigned client caseloads; performing general trauma-informed counseling strategies; facilitates collaborative treatment and recovering planning and maintains clarity of roles and boundaries. Makes referrals to clinical team when needs of client is beyond the scope.   Under direct supervision, incumbents are responsible for providing general trauma-informed counseling strategies and counseling services to participants in the Driving Under the Influence Program (DUIP). The Counselor/Instructor will demonstrate the importance of ensuring the physical and emotional safety of clients and the understanding of general trauma-informed counseling strategies. DUIP Counselor/Instructors responsibilities include facilitating group and education sessions; managing assigned client caseloads; performing general trauma-informed counseling strategies; facilitates collaborative treatment and recovering planning and maintains clarity of roles and boundaries. Makes referrals to clinical team when needs of client is beyond the scope.

The wage range for this position is $22.57 - $23.54 per hour and is non-negotiable.  This position works a hybrid in-office/remote schedule. Incumbent must live within a commutable distance to San Diego State University.     WHO WE ARE Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.   WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES The SDSURF’s Procurement department participates in the university’s mission of research excellence by supporting all project and department staff seeking goods and services to procure that allow them to continue their research without delay.  In accordance with the responsibility and authority delegated by SDSURF’s chief financial officer, our staff oversees that all services are in accordance with Research Foundation, state, federal, and sponsoring agencies’ policies, and guidelines as well as good business practices.   YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE The Buyer II plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the department which leads to the success of researchers, the Research Foundation and San Diego State University.  Our procurement team ensures that all acquisitions meet the policies and procedures put in place by the funding agency, CSU, SDSU and SDSURF.  Our team will assist in finding competent suppliers, clarify supplier terms and conditions, and monitoring all orders until complete.

The salary range for this position is $5,373.33 - $7,916.67 per month ($64,479.96 - $95,000 per year) depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.   KPBS produces and distributes educational, cultural and informational public television, radio and web programming for the benefit of the San Diego community. KPBS TV/FM and KPBS.ORG also produce programs for regional and national distribution and engage in a number of related, non-broadcast, telecommunications activities.   The Operations and Technology Division of KPBS is responsible for the building and technical facilities of the station(s) used in electronic media production, recording and transmission. The Department also lends occasional technical support to other San Diego State University areas as required   The position of Broadcast Engineer will be part of a departmental team responsible for maintaining audio/video broadcasting, datacasting, and computer equipment used in the origination and reception of radio and television signals, and to insure that the transmissions with all associated ancillary data adhere to applicable Federal Communication Commission regulations, industry standards and guidelines.   Perks you'll enjoy as a member of #teamKPBS - Working on a college campus & in public media: Access to campus facilities and staff discounts, farmer's market Tuesday's, tons of eateries, community events, entertainment - Hybrid schedule/ remote work flexibility options (varies by job) - Casual work attire - Paid time off on your birthday (can be taken on any day) - 10 vacation days and 13 holidays off (4+ days off over winter break) - Enjoy a 'beautiful day in the neighborhood' with local employee discounts - Opportunity drawings to attend SDSU basketball games, local concerts and events - Free wellness classes & programs - Monthly pop-up events for staff - Full benefits packages that are unmatched (medical, dental, vision, life) - Sick leave accruals and paid leave options - On-site childcare at a discounted rate - Opportunities for continued learning and professional development - Flexible spending account(s) - Employee assistance program - Matching and voluntary retirement savings plan

This position is open until filled with an application review to take place after November 28, 2023.  The pay range for this position is $28.25 - $29.66 per hour and is non-negotiable.    WHO WE ARE Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to focus on realizing the research objectives of San Diego State University, and to be the backbone for faculty and staff to find, attract, win, and administer their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. The SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to realize these discoveries, interventions, and solutions that make a difference.   WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES The sponsored research development department is the center of collaboration and support, focused on fostering the progress of impactful research and valuable projects.  Our dedicated team of professionals works alongside faculty and staff, providing Pre-Award services and guidance of proposal development and submission. The SRD department plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of research.

This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place after September 6, 2023.    The salary range for this position is $6,008.23 - $6,609.05 per month depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.    Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services integrate culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices into our daily work to promote healing and healthy relationships. Providing over 70,000 learning experiences to health and human service and justice system professionals annually, the Academy creates experiences with the mission to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities. The Academy continues to grow with new programs and a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond.    A significant effort in the Academy’s commitment to incorporate culturally responsive and recovery oriented practices is the recruitment of individuals who represent the full diversity of our community. The Academy invests in people to create an innovative work environment that promotes well-being and a culture that builds on and fosters the strengths of its staff and their intersectional identities. When you join the Academy team you can expect to contribute to an inclusive and innovative environment where the sharing of ideas, perspectives, and experiences is welcomed and encouraged. In applying for a position at the Academy, we invite you to consider our Core Values and our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.   Child Welfare Development Services (CWDS) provides workforce development, organizational support, technical assistance, and capacity building for the public child welfare staff of Southern California counties. These services include coaching, simulation, classroom training, eLearning, and evaluation services. Workforce development services consist of development opportunities for new social workers, the existing workforce, supervisors, managers, and executive-level leadership as well as community partners and multidisciplinary partners working closely with child welfare agencies.