SUPERVISOR II

Employment Development Department; California; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California seeks a strategic Chief of Staff to lead the Deputy Director’s Office and advance Branch priorities. You will supervise the Communication and Change Management Unit and the Administrative Services Unit, ensuring effective program administration and resource management.

You will partner with department leaders to drive strategic planning, coordinate high-priority initiatives, and provide data-informed recommendations to inform executive

Responsibilities

• Lead the Deputy Director’s Office and support UI Branch priorities.
• Oversee the Communication and Change Management Unit and the Administrative Services Unit.
• Provide supervisory leadership, operational oversight, and executive coordination.
• Drive the implementation of management directives, coordinate high-priority initiatives, and provide strategic guidance on complex administrative matters.
• Develop data-informed recommendations to support executive decision-making.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535917

Position #(s): 280-330-4801-001

Working Title: Chief of Staff

Classification: SUPERVISOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00

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

Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

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

Job Description And Duties

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for organizational excellence, effective communication, and operational leadership? The Unemployment Insurance (UI) Branch is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Chief of Staff to lead the Deputy Director’s Office and support the achievement of Branch priorities and objectives. In this key leadership role, you will oversee the Communication and Change Management Unit and the Administrative Services Unit, providing supervisory leadership, operational oversight, and executive coordination to ensure effective program administration, resource management, and delivery of high-quality management support services.

As a trusted advisor and central liaison to the Deputy Director, Division Chiefs, Employment Development Administrators, and departmental leaders, you will drive the implementation of management directives, coordinate high-priority initiatives, and provide strategic guidance on complex administrative and organizational matters. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence organizational effectiveness, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and develop data-informed recommendations that support executive decision-making. If you are an accomplished leader who excels at strategic planning, problem-solving, and navigating complex organizational priorities, we invite you to bring your expertise to the UI Branch and make a meaningful impact!

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month.

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