What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I position at State Compensation Insurance Fund?
Desired characteristics of this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Direct experience in drafting project charters, creating project scoping documents, project plans & timelines, monitoring project performance, and day-today running of your projects.
- Experience in the facilitation of discussions and project meetings at all levels.
- Experience with coordinating/assigning activities across different organizational functions.
- Experience with managing enhancement and maintenance activities of existing OneAdmin analytical systems.
- Provide technical expertise and consultation to stakeholders to support business programs.
- Build and maintain effective relationships between business units.
- Exceptional interpersonal and strong managerial abilities
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in handling multiple priorities
- Determine the cause of deviations from the plan and conduct root cause analysis on operational issues.
- Take corrective actions to address deviations.
- Resolve issues and seek senior leadership counsel, as needed.
- Develop, implement, and monitor effective Communication Plans.
- Communicate status and changes to stakeholders, senior leaders, and project sponsors.
- Develop and document project interdependencies and constraints.
- Coordinate internal and external training plans.
- Working knowledge of project management principles and the project lifecycle
- Experience with providing technical training of analytical tools using various job aids/guides, delivery and communication methods.
- Have minimum 2 years experience within a PM role.
- Proactive and committed to developing own knowledge and skills outside your wheelhouse and pick up skills quickly.
- Unafraid to roll up sleeves and get the job done.
- Is driven, motivated, and meticulous attention to detail.
New to state candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of the alternate salary range when applicable. Placement to alternate salary range may be based on education or experience identified in your state application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application and resume via CalCareers. Resumes submitted in lieu of the STD 678 may not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.
Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.
Candidates must reside in California to be eligible for this appointment.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits.
Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all. We recognize and reward high performance, yet value a healthy work/life balance.
Special Requirements
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, have LEAP eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility may be considered.
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: 4/25/2025Who 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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
In no more than one page, please respond to the following question:
- Provide in detail your direct work experience in managing a challenging project where you overcame a significant hurdle. What was your role and the outcome? Please provide your supervisor at the time and a reference that can verify this effort.
Benefits
Health Benefits Program (CalPERS), Retirement (CalPERS), Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Group Legal Services Insurance, Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave, Flex Elect Reimbursement Program, Wellness and Recognition, Alternate Work Schedules, Transit Pass Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Dependent Scholarship Program, Leadership Training, Mentoring Program
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Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Carl Agulo
(800) 499-8668
CAgulo@scif.com
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:Rosa Gil-Robles
(800) 499-8668
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.
Background Investigation
Acknowledgement
By applying to this position, you are also acknowledging that you have received the following information:
- California State benefits
- Duty statement/Job Description
- Salary ranges and steps for the classification(s) advertised
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.
