Human Services Technician; —Family and Children’s Services – Citywide X00123

Company Description

This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. If you pass the exam, you will be emailed your score and ranking on the eligible candidate list. When a department has an open position with this job classification, they will use this eligible list to hire for that position. Departments will contact candidates from this list to gauge interest in their specific roles.

Learn more about the City’s hiring process here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Application Opening:
February 19, 2026. Final date to receive applications:
March 4, 2026. Salary Range: $79,404 - $96,486 Yearly (?class

Code=2904&setId=COMMN).

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area.

Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

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 (DAS), 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.

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.  

to learn more about what this commitment looks like in action.

Under direction, the 2904 Human Services Technician assists Social Workers and Protective Services Workers in the Human Services Agency’s (HSA) Family and Children’s Services (FCS) program. Human Services Technicians in FCS are responsible for providing supportive services to children and/or adolescents in the areas of supervision and transportation. They have regular contact with clients, their relatives, representatives of outside agencies, and the public.

Some positions require working on weekends and evenings.

• Transport children to their identified foster‑care placements, scheduled family visits, and other appointments (install car seats into vehicles when required).
• Supervise children to ensure their safety and wellbeing and engage with children through a variety of activities.
• Supervise contact between children and their parent during “Family Time” contact.
• Provide nurturing care for neglected or abused children.
• Monitor the medical and psychological needs of children.
• Complete a variety of forms containing confidential information including, but not limited to: medical information, case records, appointments, and scheduled visits.
• Perform general office tasks including photocopying, filing, answering telephone, and using computers and casework management systems.
• Communicate via email and telephone with foster‑care placement units, supervisors, Protective Service Workers, coworkers, and other individuals as required to schedule various activities for children.
• Carry small children and/or items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• De‑escalate crisis situations for the protection and care of the child and/or their families.
• Restock inventory of food, clothing, and other supplies.