Application and Imaging Support Section Supervisor I

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Do our Mission and Values speak to you?

Mission: Maintain accurate criminal history and biometric data and provide it to individuals and organizations to support criminal justice, regulatory and public policy responsibilities.

Values:Have Honest Communication; Embrace Teamwork; Activate Change; Respect Beliefs of Others; Take Responsibility.

Join the Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis (BCIA) within the California Department of Justice and help us build an agile and unified organization that inspires its workforce and is a transformative leader in the criminal justice ecosystem. 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.

The Supervisor (SUP) I is the section manager overseeing analytical staff responsible for the administration of several critical law enforcement systems in support of the criminal record repository, notably the Automated Archive System (AAS), Justice Electronic Document Imaging (JEDI) system, Folder Control System (FCS), and Card Scan. The SUP I is the lead for the program coordinating with internal/external law enforcement stakeholders, DOJ technical support, and vendors to develop enhancements and workflow solutions to the systems. They will also develop and provide training and auditing to stakeholders as well as procedure development for all section workflows. Develops research for legislative priorities, conducts statistical analysis of program and staff performance metrics. The SUP I also oversees the Pre-Scan Unit operations, responsible for the day-to-day imaging and data entry of manual fingerprint card submissions, converting them to live scan transactions.

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 offer succinct, value-added recommendations, exercise sound judgment, and make effective decisions.
• Strong knowledge of the criminal justice process and experience with criminal history information.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management.
• Experience leading projects to implement business needs.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to set priorities, effectively manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines within challenging and strict time constraints.
• Ability to apply excellent time management skills used for efficient completion of projects; prioritize competing assignments; and meet deadlines.
• Skill in delegating and tracking workload deliverables, and in giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Leadership ability, including recognizing, supporting and encouraging opportunities for collaboration and problem solving.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive issues, work cooperatively as a team, and maintain professional relationships with department staff.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Bureau of Criminal Information and Analysis, Records & Biometrics Identification Branch, Imaging & Live Scan Program, Application & Imaging Support Section.

Mission Statement: It is our duty to serve our state and work honorably every day to fulfill California's promise. The Attorney General and Department of Justice employees provide leadership, information and education in partnership with state and local governments and the people of California to:

• Enforce and apply all of our laws fairly and impartially.
• Ensure justice, safety and liberty for everyone.
• Encourage economic prosperity, equal opportunity and tolerance.
• Safeguard California's human, natural and financial resources for this and future generations.

The Bureau of Criminal Information and Analysis (BCIA) is responsible for implementing state and federal mandates to compile, maintain, and disseminate state summary criminal history information at the highest possible level of completeness, accuracy, and timeliness. State summary criminal history information consists of California arrest, disposition, and custody data for adults and juveniles.

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.

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

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

Clearly indicate JC – 523192 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.

A background check is required (if applicable).

The Department of Justice does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

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: 7/16/2026

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
Mail in-CJIS Divisions
Attn: Malina Velarde JC - 523192
PO Box 160608
Sacramento, CA 95816-0608

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
Drop off- CJIS Divisions
Malina Velarde JC - 523192
4949 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95820
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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education and experience meets the evaluation criteria and qualifies them for the position. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below to complete the requirements.

• Other - List of Professional References

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 is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.

This position is eligible for telework and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment

Statement of Qualifications

• Must include applicant’s full name (First and Last).
• The original SOQ questions must be listed in the SOQ document and questions must be answered in numerical order.
• Arial 12 point font, no more than 2 pages.
• In your answer, please include the job(s) in which you performed these duties and length of time spent in each job, including start and end dates (month and year) and level of responsibility.

1. Describe a time when you planned, developed, and coordinated program activities or projects from design through evaluation. How did you ensure effective implementation, communicate complex technical concepts clearly, and evaluate the work of others to accomplish these tasks successfully?
2. Describe how you manage competing priorities and emergent issues, including the tools or methods you use to ensure timely, policy-compliant work. Provide examples of training or job aids you developed to improve staff proficiency and explain how you incorporated feedback to support a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
3. Describe a situation where you led, mentored, coached, trained, onboarded, or developed employees or coworkers. Explain how you established expectations, promoted accountability, addressed performance concerns or development opportunities, and supported employee success. What was the outcome?

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.

Benefits

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