What are the responsibilities and job description for the C. E. A. position at Employment Development Department?
Working at the EDD means much more than showing up for a job. As an executive, you will be able to work on programs that are vital to the economic growth of our community and state. We recognize the strength in teamwork. We know that by encouraging collaboration and diversity, the best ideas will flourish. Be part of a team that prides itself in making a difference for Californians.
What will be the difference that you make for California?
Under the administrative direction of the Policy, Accountability and Compliance Branch (PACB) Deputy Director, the Chief, Labor Market Information Division (LMID) plans, organizes, and directs the research, analysis, and publication of occupational and industry workforce data and information, economic information, and social and demographic information necessary for policy making and the effective management of Workforce Services, Unemployment Insurance, Veteran Services, and administration of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Wagner-Peyser Act. The Chief coordinates the development of state and local workforce labor market information (WLMI) for federal, state, and local agencies which provide workforce and training services to employers and job seekers though a diverse set of agencies and programs.
The LMID Chief oversees the activities related to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Cooperative Agreement to operate four national workforce statistics programs and oversees the administration of the Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) Workforce Information Grant. The Chief, in consultation with the PACB Deputy Director, also plans and implements improvements in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of WLMI data and forecasts, and assesses economic trends; works with various customers and constituencies outside of the Department, including local workforce development boards, community colleges, public and private university researchers, other state agencies, other state LMI Directors, federal representatives from the Department of Labor and Census Bureau, and the news media. The LMID Chief serves as a member of the Branch Executive Management Team and is the Employment Statistics liaison for California, pursuant to the WIOA.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Travel is required for this position.
Minimum Requirements
This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.- C. E. A.
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 3/6/2025Who May Apply
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as the examination for the CEA position. Applications must include a SOQ which describes how your work experience, and education qualify you for this position. Your response must be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, and not less than 12-point font. Your response must be numbered and address each of the questions listed in the Statement of Qualifications section of the job posting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in elimination from the exam.
Examination Qualification Requirements
Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.
General Qualifications
State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.Knowledge and Abilities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:
- Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures, and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.
- Knowledge of the organization and functions of the California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):
CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.
Desirable Qualifications
Examination Information
This examination will consist of a review of the candidates' Statement of Qualifications that describes their education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the desirable qualifications identified in the bulletin, using predetermined evaluation criteria. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Candidates will have their Statement of Qualifications rated and successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list. SUBMISSION OF THE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS MANDATORY. Candidates who do not submit a completed Statement of Qualifications will be eliminated from this examination.
If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.
A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.
The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.
Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.
The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.
Special Testing Arrangements
Benefits
Statement of Qualifications
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as the examination for the CEA position.
Applications must include a Statement of Qualification (SOQ) which describes how your work experience and education qualify you for this position. Your response must be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, and not less than 12-point font. CANDIDATES WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT A SOQ WILL BE ELIMINATED FROM THE EXAM. RESUMES DO NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF THE SOQ.
A SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The SOQ must be completed in the exact order the following factors are presented:
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and establish rapport with stakeholders and internal customers. Your response should address how you build relationships in contentious and politically sensitive situations. You must state how many years of experience you possess in this area, the employer from which you received this experience, and the contact information for a professional reference that can verify your experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of organization, budget and fiscal management, the legislative process, talent management, contract negotiation, administration, and the department’s equal employment opportunity program. You must state how many years of experience you possess in this area, the employer from which you received this experience, and the contact information for a professional reference that can verify your experience.
- Demonstrated ability to coach employees and create a positive work environment that stimulates learning, encourages growth, and recognizes individual achievements to ensure peak performance. You must state how many years of experience you possess in this area, the employer from which you received this experience, and the contact information for a professional reference that can verify your experience.
For mail in applicants:
EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, Human Resource Services Division
PO Box 826880, MIC 54, Sacramento, CA 94280-0001
Haley Versoza | Office: (916) 651-7095 | haley.versoza@edd.ca.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
