Supervisor I, Facility Operations & Project Delivery

Job Description and Duties

Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

About the position
The Cal OES Logistics Internal Support Branch is the agency’s internal logistical management hub, ensuring that the facilities, assets, and administrative systems needed for disaster preparedness and response are maintained, compliant, and efficient.

The Logistics Internal Support Branch at Cal OES manages the agency’s day to day administrative, facilities, and asset operations that enable its disaster preparedness and response mission. Within the Logistics Section of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, the Logistical Support – Internal Branch provides the operational backbone for Cal OES’s internal functions.

The mission is to plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the ongoing operations of Cal OES’s internal logistical programs, ensuring compliance with state laws, regulations, and directives from the Department of General Services (DGS) and Department of Finance (DOF).

About the Southern California Campus

The new Southern California campus will serve as a central hub for coordinating emergency response and recovery efforts across the region. The campus will support responses to earthquakes, wildfires, floods, droughts, and other emergencies, while also strengthening preparedness and coordination during non-emergency periods.

Located on a 15-acre site in Costa Mesa, the campus will bring together state and local partners to improve communication, coordination, and collaboration. It will provide additional support and capacity during emergencies and complement the existing State Operations Center in Mather.

The campus will play an important role in supporting communities throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and the Inland Empire. Its work will help local governments prepare for disasters, coordinate response operations, and support recovery efforts with the shared goal of protecting Californians and helping communities recover from emergencies.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Headquarters Location: This position will be based in our Southern Regional Emergency Operations Center (SREOC), located in Costa Mesa, California with a projected completion in late 2027.

Prior to the opening of the new SREOC, the temporary reporting location will be in our Southern Field Office located in Santa Ana, California.

Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.  Main Office is located in Costa Mesa, CA.

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application ( do not note “see attached resume” in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Comprehensive knowledge of facilities, leasing, property management, custodial and engineering services; landscape management; moving services; utilities management; warehouse management including shipping and receiving; maintenance management and project management.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including performance management, coaching, and staff development

• Strong analytical and policy development skills, with the ability to interpret regulations and recommend improvements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, briefing materials, and presentations for executive leadership

• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including control agencies, advocacy groups, and executive leadership

• Strong analytical and data management skills
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and effectively resolve issues
• Exhibits strong teamwork skills

Benefits

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

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS:

• The SOQ should be no more than one page (single-sided), single-spaced in 12-point Arial font.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Describe your background, experience, education, and/or training that qualifies you for this position and what interests you most about this position.

2. Describe your experience with “coordination” between internal staff and public customers. Please give an example.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:  Upload SOQ to your Application Package

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 refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.