SUPERVISING PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California, Secretary of State, seeks a Supervising Program Technician II for the Los Angeles Regional Office. The role requires independent work, staff training, planning, organizing and directing a moderate sized team.

Duties include program management, personnel relations, operational review and administrative tasks. Desirable candidates will show strong supervision principles, time management, leadership, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to supervise staff and manage projects.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Program management duties.
• Personnel relations and team supervision.
• Operational review and process improvement.
• Administrative tasks and reporting.

Skills

Supervision principles

Time management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Secretary of State

JC-534192 -

JC-534192 - Supervising Program Technician II
SUPERVISING PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II

$4,375.00 - $5,482.00 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: 10/16/2026

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

The California Secretary of State is seeking a qualified applicant to fill a permanent, full-time Supervising Program Technician II position in the Los Angeles Regional Office. Under the general direction of the Supervisor I and/or Supervisor II, the incumbent works with a high level of independence and trains, plans, organizes and directs the work of a moderate sized staff. Duties encompass the following:

• Program Management
• Personnel Relations
• Operational Review
• Administrative

Desirable Qualifications:

• Have good working knowledge of the effective principles of supervision
• Candidates should have a good understanding of organizational techniques and time management skills, including techniques for prioritizing multiple projects to ensure completion by established deadlines
• Excellent problem resolution skills
• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Candidate should be able to interact effectively with the public and all levels of departmental personnel and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Demonstrates ability to take initiative, be flexible, work independently, and have the willingness to learn new duties
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and diplomacy
• Maintain regular, consistent, and predictable attendance in the performance of these specific functions

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

Working Conditions

Position is 100% in-office.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II

SUPERVISING PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II $4,375.00 - $5,482.00 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:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

LA Office

Department Information

The Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) consists of nearly 750 dedicated public servants who uphold the rights of Californians while also striving to make our government, elections, and businesses both accessible and transparent. Led by an elected leader, accountable to the public, we are dedicated to fostering career development opportunities and growing a skilled workforce that embraces inclusion and values diversity. Located in downtown Los Angeles near the vibrant historic core of the city, the Los Angeles office is located in the Ronald Reagan Building, near lovely parks, restaurants, and retail centers, with bus and metro stops within walking distance of the building, and additional on-site amenities including a childcare center.

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 salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction.

Examination Information: Candidates new to state service or those seeking a promotional opportunity must take the online examination to establish eligibility. The examination can be found at the following link: Exam Bulletin - Supervising Program Technician II

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.

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).

Complete Application Packages 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:

Secretary of State Attn: Ruth Diaz 1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475 Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Secretary of State Robert Tcheng 1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475 Sacramento , CA 95814 Please drop off application packages at the Information Desk with attention to: Robert Tcheng. 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.

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.

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.

Department Website: https://www.sos.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact: Ruth Diaz [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.

EEO Contact: Sarah Bielski [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.

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.