Supervisor I

Job Description and Duties

Do you have a passion of developing leaders and providing excellent customer service? Are you familiar with Database software like Oracle, Access, or similar programs and have a passion for training others? The Recycler Education and Examination (RE&E) Unit at CalRecycle is looking for a Unit Supervisor! We are looking for a strong communicator with tact and professionalism. To be successful in this position you will need to work cohesively with a team, and be open minded and flexible to new ideas and solutions. The classification for this position is Supervisor I (Supervisor) Bilingual-Spanish preferred but not required.

This position will leverage your skills to independently perform a full range of more responsible, varied and complex work of the RE&E Unit to develop and implement regulations, policies and procedures related to mandatory precertification training and examinations for recycling center and processor participants in the Beverage Container Recycling Program (BCRP). The Unit Supervisor will work in conjunction with the Certification Unit supervisor to ensure staff assess readiness of potential recycling centers and processors for success in the BCRP. In addition, the Unit Supervisor will analyze a wide range of program related issues to development of program alternatives, policies and procedures.

Travel may be required up to 25% per year. Travel may include day trips and trips of 2-5 days in duration, which involve overnight stays and include occasional weekend assignments that will require an adjustment to the employee’s work schedule.

Beginning July 1, 2026, CalRecycle staff will be office centered, requiring employees to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarter location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense.

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Working Conditions

The incumbent will work in a high-rise office building in downtown Sacramento, in an enclosed, non-windowed office cubicle in a smoke-free environment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday. Mandatory overtime, including evening and weekend work may be necessary during the year or when the department is mission tasked. Travel is required locally and within the state.

Special Requirements

• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 25-229 & Position # 835-405-4800-001 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

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:

• Training & instructional experience to external stakerholder.

• Lead Person/Supervisory Experience.

• Scheduling training classes/travel/hotel/conference rooms.

• Database e xperience beyond data entry.

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, CalRecycle offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at CalHR Benefits Website - CalHR

Supplemental Application

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as Chat GPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting an SOQ that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.

Three (3) Supplemental Application Questions are listed below. Applications submitted without answering the Supplemental Application Questions will be not be considered for the position. When answering the Supplemental Application Questions, applicants must follow these guidelines:

• Responses must be typed and limited to two (2), single spaced pages, with 1" margins, using Arial 12-point font size.
• Questions should be listed, and answers provided for each one separately. Be specific with your responses.

Supplemental Application Questions:

1. Describe your experience supervising, training, or coaching subordinates or team members.
2. Describe what databases you have used, how you used them and your experience recording data and performing queries.
3. Describe your experience interpreting laws and/or regulations.

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.
• Supplemental Application - See Supplemental Application section below.