STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

State of California; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a Budget Specialist to manage the annual budget development cycle for the California Department of Insurance. This role requires expertise in budget preparation and fiscal analysis, with responsibilities that include monitoring multi-million dollar expenditures and presenting financial data to management. The position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid model with a dedicated team in a vital state agency.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Employee Wellness Program

On the Job Training

Defined Benefit Retirement Program

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• Experience with budget development cycles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with financial software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and administer annual budget.
• Monitor monthly/quarterly expenditure reviews.
• Coordinate with internal and external agencies.

Skills

Budget Development

Data Analysis

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

FI$Cal

Excel

Access Databases

Job description

Job Posting:Budget Specialist - Expenditure

Department of Insurance

JC-481277 -

JC-481277 - Budget Specialist - Expenditure
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

$6,963.00 - $8,650.00 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: 6/27/2025

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

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) with experience related to annual budget development cycles.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Budget Officer - Expenditure (Staff Services Manager II), the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) serves as the Budget Specialist and is responsible for preparing and organizing the annual budget development cycle for the California Department of Insurance (CDI). This includes preparing, developing, and administering of the department’s annual budget with the Department of Finance (DOF) via FI$Cal - Hyperion. Responsible for developing and maintaining the Financial and Business Management Division - Budget and Revenue Management (FBMD-BRMB) systems and converting FI$Cal reports for the Budget Office. Responsible for developing, preparing, monitoring, and presenting financial data for executive management and Branches/Programs. Responsible for preparing and monitoring the monthly/quarterly reviews of expenditures for the complex Enforcement Branch’s multi-million budget which includes the Fraud Division and Investigations Division. Coordinates with internal and external agencies and serves as the subject matter expert on fiscal-related topics and issues.

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

Working Conditions

• The incumbent must be able to work in a high rise building.
• The incumbent may be required to work overtime with limited notice.
• The incumbent may telework in accordance with CDI's Telework Policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,963.00 - $8,650.00 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:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

Administration and Licensing Services Branch
Financial & Business Management Division
Budget and Revenue Management Bureau

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

• Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below.
• Statement of Qualifications
• Resume

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:

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: 6/27/2025

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 Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th 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 Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th 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.
Statement of Qualifications - Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.

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: 6/27/2025

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 Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th 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 Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th 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.
Statement of Qualifications - Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.

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:

• Extensive experience related to annual budget development cycle.
• Extensive experience utilizing advanced excel functions.
• Extensive experience working with Access databases and macros.
• Extensive experience working with FI$Cal data.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to present information to all level of staff and management.
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Staff Services Manager I examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.

Step 2 - Submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

Statement of Qualifications

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:

• Describe your experience with the annual budget development cycle. Provide specific examples of your role in the process.
• Describe your experience working on multiple projects with tight deadlines. What were the challenges you encountered and how did you address them?
• Describe your experience using Microsoft Excel or another spreadsheet program to organize large amounts of data and interpreting findings.
• Provide an example of your role as a part of a team to accomplish an important objective or goal.

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.