SUPERVISOR I

This position may be filled at one of the following State Fund locations: Pleasanton, Sacramento, Santa Ana or Vacaville.

State Fund's Risk Management Department seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Workplace Safety and Employee Claims Manager. This position is responsible for fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization and managing workplace injury claims processes.

Reporting directly to the Director of Risk Management, the incumbent will provide supervision and leadership for the Enterprise Workplace Safety and Return-To-Work (RTW) units, collaborating with stakeholders organization-wide to enhance safety culture, workplace injury reporting procedures, and injured worker support services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under general direction, the Workplace Safety and Employee Claims Manager will:

• Supervise and direct Loss Control Specialists and analysts assigned to various locations and departments
• Oversee ergonomic evaluations, incident investigations, and procurement of specialized safety equipment
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs to employees
• Ensure organizational compliance with applicable workplace safety and health regulations
• Develop, implement, and maintain Facility Emergency Action Plans
• Provide oversight for Motor Vehicle Safety, Ergonomic, and Respiratory Protection programs
• Analyze workers' compensation claims data to identify injury trends and high-risk operational areas
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all workplace injuries
• Facilitate return-to-work processes for injured employees in coordination with management and medical providers

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory capabilities
• Exceptional customer service orientation
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Superior organizational and project management skills
• Adaptability in dynamic work environments
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within teams and with management
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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

Working Conditions

The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.

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-505309

Position #(s):

402-450-4800-XXX

Working Title:

Workplace Safety and Employee Claims 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:

Multiple

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Telework

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

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

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.



To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application, resume, and statement of qualifications 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.

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: 2/4/2026

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 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:

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Mailing Address

Attn: JC-505309 CA

PO BOX 659015

Sacramento, CA 95865

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

JC-505309 CA

2275 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento, CA 95833

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 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 -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your application. The SOQ must be typed, single spaced, in Arial 12 pt. font, and no longer than two pages. Please note “Statement of Qualifications”, your name, and Job Control # in the top header. A resume will not be accepted as an alternative to the SOQ. Applications submitted without an SOQ will not be considered.

  1. What roles have you played in ensuring your organization was compliant with Cal/OSHA regulations?

  2. Provide a time when you had to perform a root cause analysis to determine a cause of an injury or incident.

  3. Provide an example where you successfully led a team through a significant change or challenge.

  4. Describe what motivated you to apply for this position and why you are driven to do work involving workplace safety and/or Return-To-Work (RTW).

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

State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Carl Agulo
(916) 567-4878
[email protected]

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

Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be initiated.

Acknowledgement

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

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.