Public Area Manager

Are you interested in a great opportunity to start or grow your career in state service? The Secretary of State's Office, Political Reform Division is pleased to announce an opportunity for a qualified applicant to work as a Staff Services Manager I to oversee the Public Area and provide administrative support to the division. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals who play a critical role in promoting transparency in the campaign finance and lobbying processes!
This Staff Service Manager I position will supervise our dedicated Public Area staff and student assistants. In addition, this person will play a crucial role in providing administrative support to our division. Your expertise and leadership skills will be instrumental in ensuring continuous business operations for the duration of the CAL-ACCESS Replacement System Project.
Under the general direction of the Assistant Division Chief, this full-time position will serve as an expert staff resource for consultation and provides sensitive and critical information to candidates; committee treasurers; lobbying firms, employers, clients, lobbyists; outside agencies; Secretary of State employees; and the public. The incumbent will plan, organize, and direct the work of staff who are responsible for a wide variety of moderately complex and analytical tasks associated with the processing and review of registration and disclosure documents filed under the campaign and lobbying provisions of the Political Reform Act. The manager may be required to perform the job duties assigned to any employee under their supervision in the event of absences, project time constraints, and filing deadlines. On-the-job training will be provided to allow the incumbent to gain an in-depth knowledge of the laws, regulations, and terminology relating to lobbying and campaign registration and disclosure requirements.
The work is performed in an indoor office setting and requires the incumbent to have knowledge of office methods and procedures and the ability to operate standard office equipment, type, sit, stand, and/or walk. The incumbent will maintain regular, consistent, and predictable attendance. This position is not eligible for telework.
Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrated good judgement and ability analyze problems, develop and make recommendations
• Ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, concise, and convincing manner
• Ability to recognize team assets and manage to empower individuals and teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience collaborating as a member of a professional team
• Experience in process improvement and change management
• Strong project management and technical skills
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Interest in the importance of transparency in campaign finance and lobbying, and the implementation of new laws and regulations within the program

Statement of Qualifications: Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications detailing how they meet the "Desirable Qualifications" listed above. The Statement of Qualifications must be no more than two (2) pages typed, using business professional font, font size, and formatting. Applications submitted without a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered. Resumes are optional but will not be accepted in lieu of a Statement of Qualifications. This position requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, your Statement of Qualifications should reflect your ability to communicate effectively in writing.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Positions provides telework opportunities based upon the agency's telework policy and business needs. Occasional off-hours and weekends may be required.
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 DetailsJob Code #:
JC-407469
Position #(s):
785-557-4800-001
Working Title:
Public Area Manager
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I$6,563.00 - $8,153.00
# 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 600 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 .
Special RequirementsEducation: 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 an Official Transcript 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: 12/28/2023
Who May Apply
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, 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: Jordan Mariner
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
Jordan Mariner
1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475
Sacramento , CA 95814
Please drop off application packages in the 1st Floor Lobby Rotunda.
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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please follow the directions to respond to the Statement of Qualifications 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.
BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Jordan Mariner
(916) 653-6974
jmariner@sos.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:
Ashley Boyer
(916) 653-6974
aboyer@sos.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.
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.