Examination Supervisor

Job Description and Duties

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full‑time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative Human Resources team, leading and mentoring a team of analysts in the development and administration of state civil service examinations. The Supervisor I plays a critical role in ensuring fair, valid, and legally defensible examinations, shaping recruitment practices, and strengthening examination processes. The role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the state workforce while growing your leadership skills in a mission‑driven public service environment.

• Provide effective supervision, leadership, mentoring, and technical direction to analytical staff in the administration of statewide examinations for the Department.
• Plan and distribute workload, set priorities, review staff performance, and oversee staff training and development.
• Provide consultation to managers, administrators, and other Executive staff on the interpretation and application of selection and personnel management policies and procedures.
• Handle the more sensitive and complex projects and problems.
• Represent the Department at meetings and maintain liaison with various control agencies.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Job Code #: JC-507711 | Position #(s):

-008 |

Working Title:

Examination Supervisor | Classification: SUPERVISOR I | Salary: $7,172.00 - $8,910.00 | # of Positions:
Multiple |

Work Location:

Sacramento County | Telework:
Hybrid | Job Type: Permanent, Full Time |

Work Shift:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Work Week:
Monday - Friday

• Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
• Excellent communication skills verbally and in writing.
• Experience interpreting and applying current laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively lead a team.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience building relationships and providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working with control agencies to resolve sensitive issues.
• Experience leading and motivating others.

This position is headquartered at 9825 Goethe Road in Sacramento. It provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in‑person at least two days per week. The successful candidate must reside in California. Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position.

To apply, submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) as described in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Resumes and cover letters are not accepted in place of an SOQ. Include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification of education; official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online will be automatically redacted upon submission.

To obtain eligibility for the Supervisor I, before applying for the position(s), you should take and pass the examination here:
Supervisor I examination. Individuals with a disability, and who have Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) certification from the Department of Rehabilitation, may…