Job Description

Job Description and Duties

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.

Are you seeking a Supervisor I position that inspires you to be innovative and provide value-added solutions? Do you want to work for an organization that employs leaders who are distinguished and recognized across the industry?  If this sounds like the perfect job, then look no further. The Employment Development Department's (EDD) Audit and Evaluation Division (A&ED), within the Labor Data and Compliance Branch, is recruiting for one full-time Supervisor I position.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee.

EDD is one of the largest state departments and provides services to millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. EDD works hard to be recognized as a model public agency, through quality, fairness, and by providing outstanding customer service. The A&ED supports EDD's goals by conducting independent, objective, and risk-based audits, evaluations, technical assistance, consultations, surveys, and other services to improve EDD's programs and functions. A&ED also assures that EDD complies with laws, regulations, policies, and standards.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, the Supervisor I, will lead the activities of a team of analysts to conduct complex fiscal and program monitoring. The unit is responsible for ensuring that grant recipients' policies, procedures, and operations are established to achieve program quality and outcomes. Additionally, ensuring that objectives are met and comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

The most competitive applicant will have experience in supervision/leading teams, excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills. We are also seeking individuals with a demonstrated ability in personnel management to provide guidance and direction to staff ensuring goals and timelines are met. Due to the nature of our work, the ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, the ability to interpret and analyze laws, policies, and regulations, and will have ability to make decisions and build relationships with both internal and external partners. Finally, success in our office comes to those individuals who show initiative and are self-starters with a strong desire to be challenged to attain professional growth. For additional information about the position, see the attached position statement.  

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be interviewed.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

This position will require up to 15 percent travel.

Position located at 1416 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

This position is headquartered at the New Labor Agency Building (NLAB), a newly remodeled high-rise building. Located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento and in close proximity of the State Capitol and the Golden1 Center, this beautiful and modern building provides the following amenities: Break areas, wellness/lactation rooms, coffee points, a fitness center with private showers, a Career Center for EDD Employees, a micro market, building-wide WiFi, an outdoor terrace, bike storage, nearby public transit options, and much more.

Apply today for the opportunity to work in this state-of-the-art building!

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click  here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

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.

Position requires up to 15% overnight travel statewide. Typical travel may be one week out in the field during a month and occurs occasionally.

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at  .

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

If selected for hire , 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:

For more information about the State hiring process,  click here . To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job,  click here .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of and/or experience: 

• Knowledge and experience working in compliance, audits, investigations, monitoring, and or oversight.
• Ability to effectively coach, develop, and mentor cohesive and collaborative teams.
• Experience supervising and coordinating multiple staff assignments.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with various software programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, TeamMate).
• Personnel management experience.
• Diplomacy in decision-making and relationship-building with both internal and external partners.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website,  , and the CalPERS website,  .

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an SOQ. The SOQ is comprised of questions below which address how each applicant's education, training, experience, and skills qualify them for this position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must include your full name at the top of the first page, must be typed in 12 point Arial font and must be no longer than two (2) single sided pages, combined. The SOQ must be completed and numbered in the exact order presented and provide responses to each of the following questions. 

Provide a response to the three questions and include an example for each. Clearly number your responses to the following questions:

1. Share an experience where you were the lead on a project or assignment at work.
2. Describe a situation where you understood and communicated the need for change to others.
3. Describe a time when you used analytical skills to conduct research. 

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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Night shift

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