Job Description

Job Description and Duties

**Pending Budget/Human Resources Approval**

Are you a strategic, solutions-driven HR leader looking for an opportunity to influence organizational safety? Cal OES invites you to apply for the Staff Services Manager II role leading our Health and Safety function, a position where your decisions matter and your leadership shapes statewide outcomes.

At Cal OES, you will experience a culture that surrounds itself with exceptional customer service, a supportive team, and a culture built on collaboration with a focus on solutions that make a difference! This opportunity would enable you to contribute to the mission of Cal OES in support of the people of California and assist your colleagues with their professional development, while enjoying a hybrid work environment.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the SSM III, Pay, Benefits, and Staff Management Branch Manager, the SSM II (Supervisory), Cal OES Health and Safety Officer leads the direction, planning, and policy development of the Wellness & Disability Unit (WDU) and the execution, oversight, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive employee health and safety program.

The SSM II (Supervisory), Cal OES Health and Safety Officer exercises independent judgment and has decision-making authority in identifying, assessing, and mitigating workplace hazards; developing, implementing, and enforcing safety policies and procedures; and responding to incidents, inspections, and/or regulatory findings. The incumbent has the authority to escalate safety issues to executive leadership as necessary to protect personnel and ensure compliance.

Effective January 1, 2026, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) will change the classification name of Staff Service Manager II to Supervisor II. This update affects the job title, your application will still be valid, and you may be hired under the new Supervisor II title after January 1, 2026. For more information, visit the CalHR website. 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Hybrid Telework : This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest (COI) : This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements

To have your application considered for this job opportunity:

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section) . Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.**

**All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.**

**We encourage applicants to apply electronically.**

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:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), California Labor Code, and all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience conducting field safety evaluations, facility inspections, and job hazard analyses in various environments, including office, field, and emergency response settings.
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet critical deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to use good judgement and make sound decisions.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in researching, interpreting, and applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to employee health, wellness, and safety.
• Strong ability to develop and implement health and safety policies, procedures, and training materials tailored to diverse and dynamic operational needs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience preparing clear, concise reports, delivering impactful presentations, and engaging effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, legal counsel, and regulatory agencies.
• Proven ability to foster a positive safety culture, build effective partnerships across departments, and influence health and safety-related behavior at all organizational levels.

Benefits

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

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station

Statement of Qualifications

All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.

SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS:

• The SOQ should be no more than two pages, single-spaced in 11-point Arial font, with name and JC# in the upper right corner. Responses do not need to include the questions but must be numbered in the same order.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Explain your interest in the Cal OES Health and Safety Officer position and how your background aligns with the duties and responsibilities outlined in the job posting and duty statement.
2. Describe your leadership skills and experience in developing staff and motivating them in a culture of high performance with meaningful deliverable outcomes with a strong customer service focus.

For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:  Upload SOQ to your Application Package

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 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 - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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