Job Posting: Career Development Supervisor

Department of Justice

JC-528812
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Career Development Supervisor
SUPERVISOR I

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

Final Filing Date: 9/17/2026

Job Description and Duties

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has a unique opportunity to lead career development services within the department. The Coaching and Career Development Unit (CCD) is devoted to providing professional coaching and career development guidance to over 5500 employees. The CCD Unit purpose is to build collaborative partnerships that embrace diversity and inclusivity, empowering individuals to recognize their inner strengths. Through a structured approach: Self-awareness (learning what you want), Information (gaining essential knowledge), Skills (building necessary abilities), and Resources (leveraging support systems), we equip staff to make confident decisions, maximize impact, and unlock their fullest potential.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II in the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Talent Management Section, CCD, the Supervisor I will:

  • Be responsible for oversight of the following programs and services: Career Counseling, Upward Mobility, Job Skill Shadowing, Career Development Workshops, Career Consultation, Mock Interviews, Resume Review, and other various career development resources.
  • Be a subject matter expert on career development methods and strategies.
  • Collaborate with divisions to identify career development opportunities and needs.
  • Develop and implement career development strategies to meet the goals of the DOJ Flexible schedules and remote work options available.

Working Conditions

This position has been designated as eligible for telework and is currently a remote centered position. The position will however require in-person attendance on a recurring basis. The selected candidate would report to DOJ headquarters in Sacramento when required for job functions, in-person meetings, trainings, etc. Expenses related to travel to the office when required are the responsibility of the employee. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-528812
Position #(s):
420-057-4800-901
Working Title:
Career Development Supervisor
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$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:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday-Friday

Department Information

  • This position is located in the Division of Administrative Services, Office of Human Resources, Talent Management, Coaching and Career Development Unit. 
  • 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.
  • For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General's website at State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General

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-528812) 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.

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: 9/17/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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
OHR- Marissa Carmona
Attn: Marissa Carmona (528812)
Office of Human Resources
1300 I Street, Suite 720
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
OHR- Marissa Carmona
Marissa Carmona (528812)
Office of Human Resources
1300 I Street, Suite 720
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    The Statement of Qualifications should be two pages or less, single spaced, 12-point Arial font, and should address the following two prompts:

    1. Describe your leadership approach to supporting, developing, and guiding staff. Provide a specific example of a situation in which you had to determine whether an employee needed coaching, mentoring, direction, or another form of support. What approach did you take, why did you choose it, and what was the outcome?

    2. Describe a specific situation in which you joined a new team or began working with new coworkers, supervisors, or staff who reported to you. What actions did you personally take to establish relationships and build trust? What challenges, if any, did you encounter, how did you address them, and how did you determine whether your approach was successful?

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:


Communication: Knows empathic listening is essential to seeking to understand, knows how to ask powerful and clarifying questions, and is open-minded toward giving and receiving feedback.

Creativity and Innovation: Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities, seek creative solutions, and takes intelligent risks.

Dealing with Ambiguity (Risk): Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty, as well as make decisions to act without having the total picture.

Reliability: Ability to demonstrate dependability in meeting commitments and provide a consistent work product, as well as a willingness to take responsibility for individual actions to meet deadline demands.

Problem-solving and Decision-Making: Able to identify problems and use logical analysis to find information, understand causes, and evaluate and select or recommend best possible courses of action.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Experience setting team structure, organizing, leading, and facilitating team activities, promoting team cooperation, and encouraging participation. Capable of cross functionality and working well with others on a team to achieve personal goals, team goals, and organizational goals. Willing to take responsibility for individual actions to achieve consistent results.

Organizational Awareness: Experience in contributing to the organization by understanding and aligning actions with the organization's strategic plan, including the mission, vision, goals, core functions, and values.

Interpersonal Effectiveness: Ability to effectively and appropriately interact and communicate with others, tailoring the communication style based on the audience to build positive, constructive, professional relationships.

Analytical Skills: Experience approaching problems using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach, in addition to weighing priorities and recognizing underlying issues.

Commitment/Results Oriented: Dedicated to public service and strives for excellence and customer satisfaction, ensuring results in their organization.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Marissa Carmona
(279) 599-3247
Marissa.Carmona@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
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Filing Information

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

This is a 12-month limited term position, but may be extended to a maximum of 24 months and/or may become permanent position based upon operational needs.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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