Team Manager

This position is located in the city of Torrance


Multiple vacancies may exist.


Under the general direction of the District Administrator, Team Manager supervises provides direct supervision over the Vocational Rehabilitation Service Delivery Team staff in an office/catchment area consisting of Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, Qualified Rehabilitation Professionals (SVRC- QRP) Analyst I, and Office Technicians (G). The number of staff varies depending on the size of the district. Incumbents are responsible for planning, directing, and organizing the vocational rehabilitation programs and services to the consumers within the district.

DOR is responsible for the service delivery of the Federal Title I Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program, which assists eligible individuals, including PE and eligible students with disabilities, in achieving their employment goals. This is accomplished by providing DOR SS, as well as training, assistive technology, supported employment, customized employment, and job placement support. District staff also conduct eligibility determinations, prioritize services for applicants, and offer direct post-employment services to individuals who secure employment through DOR services.


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

Working Conditions
The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a D OR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders.


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-527980


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Working Title:
Team Manager


Classification:
SUPERVISOR I $7,172.00 - $8,910.00
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New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Los Angeles County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information
If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity.


DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.


DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.


Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values:

• We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities.
• We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation.
• We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups.
• We pursue excellence through continuous improvement.
• We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

VISION STATEMENT:

Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.


MISSION STATEMENT:

DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.


People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.


Department Website:


Special Requirements
If mailing in an application, include JC#527980 on 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

Resume is required
Cover letter is required
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Instruction: Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with the application and cover letter. 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. Arial font. 1. Describe a situation in which you were responsible for resolving a complex conflict involving staff, consumers, or external partners. What steps did you take to understand the issue, ensure compliance with relevant regulations or policies, and reach an effective resolution? What was the final outcome ?


2. Explain your experience supervising, managing, or leading a diverse team. Include how you have planned, organized, evaluated, and monitored the work of staff. How did you promote teamwork, maintain high performance standards, and support staff development while ensuring department compliance ?


3. Describe a project or assignment you led or contributed to that involved working with multiple stakeholders or teams. What challenges came up, how did you handle them, and how did your work improve services or operations ?


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: 8/21/2026
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:
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.
  
• Other - Cover Letter

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.


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:


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:

• Experience working in a program providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent customer service skills and commitment to quality customer service
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, external partners, and consumers
• Familiarity with current state and federal laws and regulations governing the public vocational rehabilitation program
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility and responsiveness when there are multiple and rapidly changing priorities

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:

• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal Services
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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



Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Hiring Unit Contact:
Sandra Brizuela
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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
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Examination Information


To obtain list eligibility for the Supervisor I position, you must first take the online exam: SUPERVISOR I


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.