MANAGER II

State of California; Sacramento, Oakland, Los Angeles (CA, CA, CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Walking distance to public transit

Health benefits

Job summary

The Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) in California seeks a Career Pathways and Employer Partnerships Deputy Director (Manager II). Under administrative direction, this role provides strategic leadership, oversight of career pathway programs, and expands employer partnerships across public, private, nonprofit sectors.

Hybrid telework with travel up to 20%, salary range $9,572.00–$10,867.00 per month, final filing date 11/06/2026.

Qualifications

• MANAGER II classification for a deputy director role.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, management oversight, and operational direction for career pathway strategies for the Corps to Career program.
• Lead development and expansion of strategic employer partnerships across public, private, nonprofit and industry sectors.
• Translate workforce trends and employer needs into strategic initiatives and program enhancements.

Job description

Job Posting:Career Pathways & Employer Partnerships Deputy Director

Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement

JC-536680 -

JC-536680 - Career Pathways & Employer Partnerships Deputy Director
MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00 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: 11/6/2026

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

Under administrative direction of the Career and Leadership Development Director (CEA), the Career Pathways and Employer Partnerships Deputy Director (Manager II) provides strategic leadership, management oversight, and operational direction for the development and implementation of career pathway strategies for the Corps to Career program that advance the long-term career success of CA Service Corps members and alumni. The Manager II leads the development and expansion of strategic employer partnerships across the public, private, nonprofit, and industry sectors to strengthen workforce connections, expand career pathways, and increase access to meaningful employment opportunities. The Manager II translates workforce trends, employer talent needs, and emerging industry opportunities into strategic initiatives, program enhancements, and partnership strategies that improve employment outcomes and advance program objectives. The Manager II provides direction and oversight for complex programmatic activities, leads cross-functional collaboration, and cultivates high-level relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance the goals of the Corps to Career program. This position may be filled in one of the offices below.

• 1515 Clay Street, Oakland, CA 94612

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

Working Conditions

Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to exert up to 10lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects with or without a reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Occasional extended hours outside of normal working business hours may be required. This position requires up to 20% travel when performing assignments away from headquarters.

Telework

This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order N-22-25 and at the sole discretion of GO-Serve under California Government Code Section 14200. The incumbent is required to report in-person and site-based a minimum of four days per week. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with GO-Serve policies.

CA residency

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MANAGER II

Classification:

MANAGER II $9,572.00 - $10,867.00 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:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) elevates paid service and volunteerism in the state, and promotes youth and community engagement. GO-Serve consists of California Volunteers (CV) and the Youth Empowerment Commission (YEC).

Personal Leave Program Reduction

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

The incumbent must be detail-oriented and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized, creative, and self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced team office environment. Demonstrated ability to act independently and as a member of a team with open-mindedness, flexibility, and tact. Ability to problem-solve and use critical and creative thinking to effectively perform work. Display good interaction skills and the ability to deal professionally, congenially and in a personable manner with the public, other governmental entities, and staff at all levels. Communicate successfully in a diverse community as well as with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of workforce development, career pathways, employer engagement, and employment trends.
• Experience developing and managing strategic partnerships with public agencies, private employers, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders.
• Experience designing and implementing employer engagement strategies that result in sustainable hiring pipelines and employment opportunities.
• Knowledge of labor market information, workforce trends, and economic development initiatives, and the ability to apply data to program planning and decision-making.
• Experience leading complex projects, managing multiple priorities, and achieving program objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience delivering presentations, facilitating meetings, and preparing reports, briefing materials, and executive correspondence.
• Experience using data, performance metrics, and customer relationship management systems to evaluate program outcomes and inform continuous improvement.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, develop strategic solutions, exercise sound judgment, and make recommendations that support organizational priorities.
• Ability to work effectively and thrive in a collaborative and mission-oriented organization.
• Highly organized, creative, and self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced office environment.

There are many benefits to joining our team!

GO-SERVE employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.

Some added benefits GO-SERVE offers include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Nearby cafes and restaurants
• Walking distance to public transit

Contact Information

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

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.

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.

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.