Child Care Specialist – Welfare to Work (WtW) - Human Services Agency (HSA) (2919) (160105)

Company Description

Exam Type: Temporary Exempt (TEX) – Category (CAT) 18

Fill Type: Special Project Exemption under Charter Section 10.104-18 - An appointment authorized for exemption under Charter Section 10.104-18 must be to a position created for or dedicated to a special project, or for professional services, not to exceed three years by Charter requirement..

Application Opening: October 9, 2025

Application Deadline: October 23, 2025

Compensation: $59,384- $72,150Annually

Classification Specification: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=2919&setId=COMMN

List ID: TEX-2919-160105; 01127053

Human Services Agency (HSA)

At the San Francisco Human Services Agency, we believe in a San Francisco where everyone has the opportunity and support to achieve their full potential.  We are comprised of the Department of Benefits and Family Support, and the Department of Disability and Aging Services, and are united by our commitment to deliver essential services that support and protect people, families, and communities.

From financial, nutritional, and employment support to child and adult protective services, health care coverage, affordable childcare, and in-home services for older adults and persons with disabilities, our team lends support for all in need.

Our Commitment to Racial Equity

As we work towards our vision of an inclusive San Francisco, we embrace our responsibility to root out systemic racism by creating services and a workforce which reflect the lived experiences and strengths of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our differences are celebrated and everyone has what they need to thrive--no matter their race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or country of origin. Click here to learn more about what this commitment looks like in action.

Job Description

Under general supervision, the 2919 Child Care Specialist oversees children in a child development center or play care program setting; performs services in the care and supervision of children; and encourages developmentally age-appropriate play activities.

The 2919 Child Care Specialist is an entry level classification which performs routine childcare tasks under close direction of a program supervisor.

Essential Duties and Functions

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list and may include additional duties as assigned.

1. Oversees and supervises children's activities at any of the Human Services Agency's Drop-In Child Care facilities. Interacts with children according to program policies and guidelines.

2. Actively engages children with developmentally appropriate play activities while incorporating numeracy and literacy strategies.

3. Communicates and/or meets with parents/guardians regarding complaints, and/or concerns of the behavior of children.

4. Maintains pertinent records and generates necessary incident reports/correspondence.

5. Participates in training to remain current in child development, family support strategies, customer service and health and safety including CPR/First Aid.

6. Provides support to families regarding needs of their child, providing community resource referrals for health concerns and/or family resource center referrals.

7. Performs general housekeeping.

8. Maintains an orderly and safe environment.

Qualifications

Education

Possession of an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; AND

Experience

Two (2) years full-time work experience working with children in a licensed childcare center or qualified license-exempt program.

OR

Possession of a high school diploma; AND

Four (4) years of full-time work experience working with children in a licensed childcare center or in a qualified license-exempt program.

Substitution

Applicants may substitute up to four years of the required experience with college coursework in Child Development or a closely related field.

Thirty (30) semester unit /forty five (45) quarter units of coursework from an accredited college or university will be considered equivalent to one year of qualifying experience.

**NOTE: License-exempt pro