SUPERVISOR I

Job Posting: Automation & Support Manager

Secretary of State

JC-533456

• Automation & Support Manager

SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description and Duties

Are you a leader? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative, challenging, and dynamic work environment? Do you find fulfillment in developing, guiding, mentoring, and training staff? Do you take a customer-first approach? If you answered yes, then we have an opportunity for you. The California Secretary of State is recruiting to fill a permanent, full-time Supervisor I in the Business Programs Division's Automation & Support Section.

Under the general direction of the Business Programs Division Automation & Support Supervisor II and in coordination with the Assistant Division Chief and Division Chief, the Supervisor I works with a high level of independence, and is responsible for the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of automation and support services for the Business Programs Division.

Duties encompass the following:

• System Support and Maintenance
• Program Management/Oversight
• Training, Policy and Procedure Development and Implementation
• Program Analysis/Representation
• Administrative and Support Staff Services

Desirable Qualifications:

• Ability to act independently, with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact; and the ability to act effectively under pressure.
• Ability to take initiative and proactively develop solutions.
• Experience leading a team or project, including defining tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships across all levels of government.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to review the work of subordinates with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience assuming independent responsibility for employee actions utilizing various steps of performance management and progressive discipline.
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications.

Supplemental Questionnaire: Applicants must submit a Supplemental Questionnaire responding to the questions listed below, it should be no more than two (2) pages typed, using business professional font, font size and formatting. Responses do not need to include the question but must be numbered in the same order. Applications that do not follow the directions as identified above, provide incomplete responses, or do not submit a Supplemental Questionnaire will not be considered.

1. Describe your experience leading a team comprised of staff at multiple classification levels. Explain your approach to creating and fostering a collaborative team culture.

2. Describe your experience in developing new processes, programs, or systems for your organization. Include details of the initial analysis, approach, implementation, and post-implementation assessment.

3. Describe your experience in establishing a customer-focused culture within your organization, with specific examples of public engagement and customer support.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Positions provide telework opportunities based upon the agency's telework policy and business needs.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-533456

Position #(s):

785-401-4800-XXX

Working Title:

Automation & Support Manager

Classification:

SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) consists of nearly 750 dedicated public servants who uphold the rights of Californians while also striving to make our government, elections, and businesses both accessible and transparent. Led by an elected leader, accountable to the public, we are dedicated to fostering career development opportunities and growing a skilled workforce that embraces inclusion and values diversity.

Located in downtown Sacramento, the SOS building is within walking distance to a variety of eateries and amenities. Light Rail, State Capitol, Downtown Commons (DOCO), and Golden 1 Center, just to name a few. Conveniently located in the SOS building, the Gold Rush Grille offers delicious daily specials for breakfast or lunch and is open to the public. Our on-site childcare incorporates programs for children six weeks to five years old. Priority waitlist access and special discounted rates are available for SOS employees.

For more information about the SOS, please visit sos.ca.gov.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction.

Special Requirements

Examination Information: Candidates new to state service or those seeking a promotional opportunity must take the online examination to establish eligibility. The examination can be found at the following link: CalCareers - Supervisor I Exam

There is also a Limited Examination & Appointment Program (LEAP) exam available for this classification. Information on the LEAP certification process is available on the Department of Rehabilitation LEAP Certification website.

Education: When using education to meet minimum qualifications, please include all the required documents necessary to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this classification (i.e., degree, transcript, license, and certificate). Candidate may be required to provide transcripts prior to hire.

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: 10/9/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Secretary of State

Attn: Natalie Venegas

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Secretary of State

Natalie Venegas

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento, CA 95814

Drop off applications in the 1st floor Lobby Rotunda in the secured bin marked Human Resources

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.
• Supplemental Application - Please provide your responses to the supplemental questions as directed above.

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.

Benefits

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

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.