Employment Program Manager I

job posting: employment program manager i
-lt
employment development department
jc-522767 - employment program manager i
-lt
employment program manager i
$6,525.00 - $8,170.00 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: 7/6/2026
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.
the employment program manager i (epm-i) limited term (lt) is a first line management position. Under the direction of the unemployment insurance (ui) center section manager or alternate manager, the epm-i lt is assigned to supervise a unit of staff performing the duties of employment program representatives involved in determining claimant eligibility for ui benefits by conducting fact-finding interviews, responding to inquiries, and performing claim processing activities in accordance with laws, regulations, policies and precedent decisions.

Will provide prompt, accurate and courteous customer services to internal and external customers; may conduct training or assist as a mentor.
monitors all staff functions. Involves staff in the continuous process improvement of the various functions by using the methodology of total quality management (tqm). Prepares and submits related reports in a timely manner.
leads and involves staff in the implementation of the employment development department's (edd) policies and procedures, new programs and program changes; has responsibility for office administration including budget, personnel, payroll, staffing, space planning and organization.
applies equal employment opportunity policies in all aspects of promotion, training, and assignment of duties.
travel and/or overtime may be required.
this position is headquartered in san diego and may be eligible for rotational telework under edd's telework policy. Employees are required to report to the headquarter office in san diego. Travel expenses to and from the headquarter office are the responsibility of the employee.
this is a 12-month limited-term position that may be extended and/or become permanent based on budget, staffing levels, and workload.
working conditions
visa sponsorship
this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the us without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
office/cubicle work environment.
position details
job code #: jc-522767
position #(s):
-946
working title: employment program manager i
-lt
classification: employment program manager i
$6,525.00 - $8,170.00
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: san diego county
telework: hybrid
job type: 12 month limited term - 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.
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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…