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. 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. Position Details Job Code #: JC-522110 Position #(s): 810-521-4800-001 Working Title: Supervisor I Classification: SUPERVISOR I Salary: $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: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Cal Center Regional Office Department Information This position is located at DTSC's Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA . The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment. Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufactures to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians! DTSC Recruitment Survey Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey. Department Website: Job Description And Duties Are you interested in a meaningful job and want to work toward building healthy, safe, and economically viable communities? Are you driven by protecting the environment and health of all Californians? Consider a career with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC.) We are located within the California Environmental Protection Agency network of agency partners that are committed to protecting all Californians and the environment. We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual to join our team. Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Cleanup in Vulnerable Communities Initiative (CVCI) Administrative Unit to ensure program objectives and administrative policies are met Facilitate meetings with staff and CVCI Program leadership to identify project barriers, formulate strategic solutions, and provide technical assistance for complex grant projects Initiate process enhancements and coordinate with internal management to improve operational efficiency and grant management platform usability Develop and maintain standardized desk manuals to ensure consistent operational practices across the unit Supervise administrative staff and serve as the primary liaison between the CVCI Program and the Budget, Contracts, and accounting offices on all fiscal and contracting matters Monitor expenditures to ensure CVCI funds are utilized in accordance with established plans Desirable Qualifications We Look For Experience in contract management, procurement, or legal analysis Experience in managing end-to-end project lifecycle, translating data into compelling verbal presentation or written reports Experience in developing budgeting and planning Experience in grant administration Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel (data analysis/reconciliation) and Word (for report preparation) Excellence in both written and oral communication, including the ability to articulate facts clearly and present ideas to leadership You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Special Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified. The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, and Arial font size 12. Your SOQ Should Address The Following Provide a specific example of an operational efficiency project you initiated. How did you identify the underlying bottleneck, and what steps did you take to resolve it and ensure the improvement lasted? This position is critical for synchronizing program operations with fiscal teams (Budget, Contracts, and Accounting). How have you handled cross-departmental collaboration in the past? Tell us how you ensure everyone stays on the same page and aligned with the program’s objective. 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). Final Filing Date: 9/10/2026 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Toxic Substances Control