Strategic Project Management Supervisor

The DOJ Office of Strategic Initiatives (OSI) encourages you to apply for the fully remote/hybrid schedule Supervisor I (SUP I) position available within the Project Management and Coordination Unit (PMC) In this role, you will lead PMC in their mission to support the Division of Administrative Services (DAS) by providing project management and coordination services to ensure innovative solutions are delivered successfully and efficiently. Additionally, the PMC SUP I is responsible for overseeing project management services, supervising staff, and supporting complex department-wide initiatives. Ultimately, PMC’s vision is to support the California Department of Justice by exemplifying excellent project management and coordination practices which will allow our project partners to ensure justice, safety, and liberty for all Californians.

Under the direction of the Supervisor II, the Supervisor I (SUP I) directs, supervises, and coordinates the activities of a team of analysts and support staff in the Project Management and Coordination (PMC) Unit. PMC uses strategic project management and coordination methodologies to partner with the DOJ to support project completion. The SUP I is highly skilled and knowledgeable in areas of project management and coordination methodologies and strategies. The SUP I works collaboratively through open communication to complete assignments, tracks project milestones, develops and implements action plans, and ensures deliverables are met, effectiveness is measured, and processes are standardized. The SUP I is responsible for managing and supporting the Division’s most complex projects using appropriate strategies, which may include establishing regular communication with stakeholders as well as coordinating resources, meetings, and knowledge-share activities.

The SUP I is familiar with and abides by policies, procedures, expectation memorandums, and Administrative Manuals from the DOJ, Division of Administrative Services - Office of the Chief (OC), and the Office of Strategic Initiatives. Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement.

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

Salary

• $7,172 - $8,910/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR I

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 build professional and collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to draft, review, edit and deliver technical information (including data analysis, key performance indicators and statistics) for various audiences.
• Ability to independently facilitate in-person and virtual meetings.
• Ability to manage and lead the process of change and transition.
• Ability to receive, implement, and provide performance related feedback.
• Ability to work well under pressure, organize and manage multiple projects, prioritize work activities, and deliver high quality, timely work products.
• Desire to share knowledge by assisting with the training and mentoring of others to foster a continuous improvement culture.
• Develop and maintain collaborative and positive working environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience analyzing program data and using metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to inform decision-making.
• Experience developing or improving business processes, policies, or operational procedures.
• Experience leading analytical staff and providing coaching, performance feedback, and workload oversight.
• Experience leading, executing, and monitoring project management and coordination activities.
• Experience managing complex or multi-division projects using formal project management methodologies.
• Experience preparing and delivering in-person and virtual presentations.
• Experience using strong verbal and written communication skills to present information to all levels of stakeholders, including management, business and technology staff, and vendors.
• Project Management certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is encouraged, but not required.
• Strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of project management & coordination principles, practices, trends, and methodologies.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Administrative Services, Office of the Chief, Office of Strategic Initiatives, Project Management and Coordination Unit in Sacramento (JC 511361) and may be filled in either Fresno (JC 511481), Oakland/Alameda (JC 511511), Los Angeles (511558), San Diego (JC 511571), and San Francisco (JC 511575). Please clearly indicate your preferred city in the Explanation section of your State Application. You only need to apply to one of the Job Control to be considered for the position.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-511571) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title (s) For Which You are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education and duties. All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.
• Completion of an online hiring test is REQUIRED to proceed in the selection process for this position. An email with test information will be sent to all applicants within 15 business days after the close of this job posting from assessment.support@doj.ca.gov. If you submitted your application and have not received the test information email within 15 business days after the close of the job posting, please immediately contact the hiring contact listed on this job posting. Hiring assessments are typically taken on a personal computer and may require candidates to visually identify information, type long passages, listen to audio recordings, or speak into an audio recorder. If you need a reasonable accommodation to take this test, please contact Maria Bouvia at OPSJC@doj.ca.gov by the final filing date listed on this bulletin.

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: 4/6/2026

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Justice
DAS-Maria Bouvia
Attn: Maria Bouvia
Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, 8th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
DAS-Maria Bouvia
Maria Bouvia
Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, 8th Floor
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
• Other - Cover Letter is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for this position. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of three (3) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
  1. Describe a complex project or initiative you managed that involved multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and defined timelines. What was your role, how did you manage competing priorities, and what was the outcome?
  2. Describe your experience supervising or leading a team responsible for complex projects and analytical work. How did you assign workload, monitor progress, and support staff development while ensuring deliverables were completed successfully?
  3. Describe your experience using data-driven decision making to improve a process, workflow, or procedure. What problem were you addressing, what steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
  

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.

Working Conditions

This position offers a fully remote or hybrid schedule (i.e., combined remote and in-office work schedules). Notice will be provided in the event that in-office reporting or travel to HQ (Sacramento) is required. DOJ reserves the right to modify or terminate telework program participation upon written notice.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Maria Bouvia
(916) 210-6743
OPSJC@doj.ca.gov

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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov

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