SUPERVISOR I

Job Description and Duties

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position is located in the city of Oakland .

Multiple vacancies may exist.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II (District Administrator), the Supervisor I (Team Manager) provides direct supervision to the staff following personnel policies and procedures; oversees the analysis, evaluation, and reporting of performance, staffing, and budget/fiscal data regarding the level of performance and use of resources in the District; makes recommendations for continuous improvement or remedial action as needed; directs the coordination of district program evaluation and audits to ensure district compliance with state and federal regulations; oversees the administration of personnel matters for the district, such as hiring, probation reports, annual reviews/Individual Development Plans (IDPs), employee conflicts and complaints; conducts first or second level management review of telework requests, performance evaluations for District staff, and approval authority for Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, QRP; acts on behalf of the District Administrator to administer the district’s rights and remedies process; participates in local mediations with the Office of Administrative Law, consumers, and local staff; provides oversight and leadership to the outreach and notification to local community partners for annual State Plan public hearings; and conducting outreach to identified local stakeholders for completion of Statewide Needs Assessment.

As the District Administrator designee, the Supervisor I is authorized to attend and make decisions for the district at meetings and other events with directors and administrators of community organizations and other external stakeholders; discusses results and recommended actions with the District Administrator; prepares written documentation and presentation materials, as needed for the District leadership team; conducts District Administrator level investigations and reporting of alleged dependent adult abuse of DOR consumers; consults with DOR Legal Office for guidance and assistance on personnel and consumer-related matters; collaborates with the District Administrator to develop, implement, and monitor the District Strategic Plan; develops and coordinates with the DOR Diversity Officer to address services to unserved and underserved client populations in the district; acts as district liaison with CORE university programs and other recruitment resources.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#456064on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

Statement of Qualifications:

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with the application. The SOQ must address the three questions listed below. The questions should be numbered and answered in order. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be no longer than two (2) pages in length, single-spaced, 12pt. font.

Please note: Application packets received without an SOQ will not be considered.

1. Please describe your experience working with individuals with disabilities in a vocational rehabilitation setting.
2. Please describe how you have demonstrated good leadership and provide at least one example.
3. Please describe your work experience demonstrating effective communication skills with multiple stakeholders.

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: 5/28/2026

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:

Department of Rehabilitation

Personnel

Attn: Personnel/JC 456064

721 Capitol Mall

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Rehabilitation

Personnel

721 Capitol Mall

Sacramento , CA 95814

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 -

  Please see Special Requirements for instructions.

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

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)

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Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Hiring Unit Contact:
Cassie Alexis Smith
(925) 602-3991
[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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 558-5850
[email protected]

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.

Examination Information

• To obtain list eligibility for the Supervisor I position(s), you must first take the online :