What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY) position at Employment Development Department?
THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic leader for one of its two Contracts Sections. This position will work in partnership with a peer Staff Services Manager II to leading a services requests.
In this position you must be able to mentor and coach staff, tactfully interact with management and executives both internally and externally, and provide subject matter expertise on the departments and our partners' acquisition needs for non-Information Technology (IT) and IT service contracts. You will be expected to provide clear and concise direction to assist staff in resolving complex issues, monitor and track section workload to meet deadlines, and champion innovation and change management initiatives on behalf of the EDD.
Position exists at 722 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, Ca 95814
This work location is very convenient! The EDD location provides easy access to light rail, public transportation, parking garages, and an eclectic collection or retailers, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50 and Highway 80.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
This position is located in a multistory building in downtown Sacramento. Occasional travel may be required.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER II (SUPERVISORY)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov
Special Requirements
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov.
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:
- Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
- Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
- Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
- Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
Examination/Assessment
To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.
Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:
Staff Services Manager II (Supervisory) Bulletin
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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: 3/18/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
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 -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
Please see “Statement of Qualifications Requirements” section for more information about the SOQ.
Desirable Qualifications
The successful candidate in this position must:
- Effectively coach, mentor and support staff.
- Lead staff to develop goals, plans and priorities ensuring assignments are completed within agreed upon time frames.
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills along with the ability to communicate with the highest levels of executive management with diplomacy, professionalism and tact.
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Have strong leadership and management skills.
- Think creatively to lead projects and improve processes.
- Have knowledge and experience in meeting facilitation, training development and delivery.
- Effectively handle change and coach staff in accepting new ways of doing business.
- Resolve conflict with success and efficiency.
- Have experience analyzing situations and adopting effective course of action.
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with customers, staff and various state agencies including control agencies.
- Be able to multitask and manage high priority projects.
- Have experience in analyzing and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations
- Demonstrate interest in assuming increasing responsibility, sound judgment, loyalty, and discretion.
- Have strong attention to detail.
- Be flexible, motivated and adapt to any situation.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lauren Deanne Prizmich
(916) 261-4960
Lauren.Prizmich@edd.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:EEO Officer
(916) 654-8434
Accessibility@edd.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications Requirements
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.
The SOQ should be typed and no more than two pages in length, Arial font size 12, single spaced, including your first and last name at the top left of the page. The SOQ must include two separate narratives addressing the following areas, please use specific examples if possible:
- Describe your knowledge, experience and technical ability in the areas of State contracts and procurements, the FI$Cal System and any related laws, policies, processes and procedures. Please provide details of how your experience, knowledge, skills, and training make you the most qualified candidate for this position.
- Describe your vision of leadership and how it will complement this position, including managing in a hybrid work environment. How have you demonstrated this vision in your past roles.
Background Investigation Requirement
The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.
The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).
The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.
Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey
Merit System Principles
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx
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.
