Administration Branch Manager

Job Description and Duties

Staff Services Manager II (Supervisory) / Supervisor II – Title change effective January 1, 2026.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief, Licensing, Administration, and Consumer Assistance Division, the Supervisor II is responsible for the direct supervision of subordinate supervisors and analytical staff, and the overall management of the Administration Branch.

* Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

No specific physical requirements are present; the incumbent works 40 hours per week in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature control. Daily access to and use of a personal computer and telephone is essential. Sitting and standing requirements are consistent with office work. The incumbent is required to travel throughout an assigned geographical area by various methods of transportation.

The incumbent is a Work Week Group E employee and is expected to work an average of 40 hours per week and may be required to work specified hours based on the business needs of the office.

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 as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Special Requirements

Conflict of Interest: This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

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:

• Ability to display integrity, dependability and character

• Ability to effectively provide leadership and direction to multi-level staff

• Ability to communicate collaboratively and effectively

• Familiar with BAR policies and procedures and able to effectually apply them

• Ability to make decisions, ask questions and offer strategies in an effective manner

• Ability to diffuse or mitigate conflict

• Comfortable managing multiple, concurrent, high-level projects

• Ability to clearly establish and apply Bureau goals

Benefits

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

Statement of Qualifications Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted for the hiring manager's review and is considered the first interview for this position. A SOQ is a narrative that outlines relevant experience, education, and training that specifically qualifies you to perform the duties of the position for which you are applying. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to come in for an on-site interview.

A resume, cover letter, or other documents do not substitute for the SOQ. Applications submitted without the required SOQ will be considered incomplete and may not be considered for this position.

The Statement of Qualifications must contain a header with the following information: applicant name, Job Control (JC) number, and position number. The SOQ will must be at least one page but no more than two pages using 12-point Arial font.

Briefly describe your experience with the following:

• Facilities

• Fleets

• Procurement

• Contracts

• Personnel

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see "Statement of Qualifications Instructions" section below.