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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 highly motivated person that values a positive and empowering work environment? Do you possess excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills? If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and want to join a dynamic team, then this is the place for you! The Field Audit and Compliance Division (FACD) currently has one (1) Tax Administrator (TA) I, EDD position available in the Central Operations, Audit Review Group. Under the direction of the Tax Administrator (TA) II, the TA I models the vision and values of Employment Development Department (EDD). The TA I will coach and mentor staff to promote an atmosphere where creativity, leadership, and ingenuity flourish. They will identify performance problems early and formulate appropriate plans to improve the performance of the unit, as well as communicating job expectations and providing ongoing, constructive feedback. The Audit Review Group (ARG) manager plans, organizes, and directs the functions of the Audit Review Group including collaborating with audit program managers to ensure overall quality assurance of audit processes and conformity with Department of Labor (DOL) procedural requirements. Please see the Tax Administrator I, duty statement for full position details. The position is headquartered in downtown Sacramento, CA in the new Labor Agency Building and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Position located at 1416 9th Street, 7th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814 Located in Downtown Sacramento, near light rail and bus line access. We are within walking distance of Old Sacramento, the Golden 1 Center, and Capitol Park! 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. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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. This position is headquartered at the New Labor Agency Building (NLAB), a newly remodeled high-rise building. Located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento and in close proximity of the State Capitol and the Golden1 Center, this beautiful and modern building provides the following amenities: Break areas, wellness/lactation rooms, coffee points, a fitness center with private showers, a Career Center for EDD Employees, a micro market, building-wide WiFi, an outdoor terrace, bike storage, nearby public transit options, and much more. Apply today for the opportunity to work in this state-of-the-art building! Travel may be required in this position. This may include work out of the office and/or in an outstation setting which requires a higher level of independence and self-motivation. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * TAX ADMINISTRATOR I, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-505303 Position #(s): ************-005 Working Title: Tax Administrator I Classification: TAX ADMINISTRATOR I, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT $8,109.00 - $10,583.00 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: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm 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: ********************* Application Instructions 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. Final Filing Date: 2/1/2026 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 applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** 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: Employment Development Department Mail In Address Attn: Job Control #505303 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento, CA 94280-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Employment Development Department Drop Off Address Attn: Job Control #505303 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 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 ********************** 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. * Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ. 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. 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: * Strong planning and organizational skills. * Strong forward thinking and problem solving skills. * Ability to effectively plan, organize, and manage multiple workloads and competing priorities. * Possess strong communication skills; both verbal and written. * Gain and maintain cooperative working relationships at all levels. * Ability to create and maintain a positive work environment by encouraging continuous learning and growth and recognizing individual accomplishments to achieve optimal performance. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, ***************** and the CalPERS website, ******************* Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: ********************* Hiring Unit Contact: Adrienne Adams ************** ************************* 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: EEO Officer ************** Accessibility@edd.ca.gov California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ or an SOQ submitted without following instructions may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required as part of the application package. The SOQ must respond to all parts of the prompt below, be single spaced using a standard twelve (12) point font size, not exceed two pages in length, and must include your name and the job control number at the top of the page. Please provide examples of the knowledge and experience you have, performing each of the following functions: 1. Serving as a technical advisor to tax auditors. 2. Reviewing and researching responses to complex employment tax questions. 3. Providing recommendations on policy and procedure issues to ensure uniformity of employment tax audit determinations. Background Investigation Requirement The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment. The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s). The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified." ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules. Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey Merit System Principles Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at ******************************************************************************************* 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES * Provides administrative support required for the Appellate Indigent Defense Oversight Advisory Committee quarterly audit process of the 120 court-appointed counsel randomly selected claims. * Provides lead administrative support to the Appellate Court Appointed Counsel Program and the Temporary Assigned Judges Program and their operations. * Provide administrative support required for the Temporary Assigned Judges Program's tasks supporting the 58 counties and approximately 360 retired assigned judicial officers. * Provides data gathering and initial evaluation for use in program reporting. * Identify District Courts of Appeal - Court Appointed Counsel System, Judicial Information System, and ServiceNow system program needs and gaps and recommend improvements. * Identify appropriate standard query or create ad hoc query and perform data mining in the various programs' systems and PowerBI. * Attend virtual and in-person meetings to provide administrative support and facilitate resolutions of technical or meeting issues. * Act as lead requisitioner and goods receiver in FI$Cal and ensure expenses are charged to correct areas. * Track pending program issues and their resolutions. Working Conditions The Judicial Council strives for work-life balance, including substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending, up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs, and retirement savings plans. The San Francisco office is only a 7-minute walk from the downtown Civic Center BART station. In Sacramento, the office is located minutes from downtown, just north of Discovery Park. The Judicial Council offers hybrid work arrangements for many positions. The successful candidate will be expected to work in person at the Judicial Council's San Francisco or Sacramento office at least two days a week, based on their office leader's direction, and reside in the area surrounding this location. To be eligible for Judicial Council employment and participation in the Judicial Council's Hybrid Work Program, a prospective or current employee's primary residence/remote work location must be in the State of California and within a 150-mile driving radius of their assigned reporting location. Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below. * ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #: JC-506302 Position #(s): 156-100-3010-XXX Working Title: Administrative Coordinator JO#6582 Classification: ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR $5,933.00 - $8,305.00 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 Francisco County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information OVERVIEW The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Coordinator with the Leadership Support Services office. The Administrative Coordinator, under the direction of their manager, the Appellate Court Appointed Counsel Program fiscal services support supervisor, and the Temporary Assigned Judges Program administrative support supervisor will: * Support the Appellate Court Appointed Counsel Program (CAC Program) by performing a variety of tasks; including in the District Courts of Appeal - Court Appointed Counsel System (DCACS) to produce data for leadership analysis, gather and distribute relevant case and claim information, support quarterly Appellate Indigent Defense Oversight Advisory Committee (AIDOAC) meetings, and other duties as identified. * Support the Temporary Assigned Judges Program by performing a variety of tasks; including in the Judicial Information System (JIS)to support assignment requests and claims submissions, tracking the processing of team responsibilities, and other duties as identified. The Judicial Council The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators. By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge, and service resource for the judicial branch, the Judicial Council's staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California's most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. As a government body charged with improving the statewide administration of justice, the Judicial Council has multiple offices with diverse responsibilities relating to court policy and operations. As employees of the council, every member of staff should view and approach their work as one Judicial Council with a public service mission that is greater than the sum of its parts. Department Website: ******************************** Application Instructions 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. Final Filing Date: 2/12/2026 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). How To Apply Completed Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. A completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included, when submitting your application in hard copy. Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Judicial Council of California Primary Cert Contact Attn: Please Apply in Benefits Section Below 455 Golden Gate Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102-3688 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. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. 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. 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: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Three (3) years of administrative support experience, including some experience in area(s) of assignment (such as accounting, writing/editing, database/spreadsheets, direct support to upper management, etc.). OR Associate's degree, preferably in area(s) of assignment, and one (1) year of administrative support experience, including some experience in area(s) of assignment (such as accounting, writing/editing, database/spreadsheets, direct support to upper management, etc.). Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. OR One (1) year as an Administrative Specialist, Facilities Specialist, or Fiscal Services Specialist with the Judicial Council of California or one year of experience performing the duties of a class comparable in the level of responsibility to that of an Administrative Specialist, Facilities Specialist, or Fiscal Services Specialist in a California superior court or California state-level government entity. OTHER Please note, if you are selected for hire, verification of employment eligibility or authorization to work in the United States will be required. Benefits HOW TO APPLY This position requires the submission of our official application, responses to the supplemental questions, and a resume. Please apply by 5:00 PM on February 12, 2026. To complete an online application, go to job opening #6582 at ************************************* The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities who request such accommodation. Reasonable accommodation needs should be requested through Human Resources at **************. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) is available by dialing 711. Once connected, provide the relay operator with the number for Human Resources: ************. PAYMENT & BENEFITS $5,933 - $8,305 per month Please note due to statewide fiscal conditions, the posted salary range is subject to a temporary 3% reduction. In exchange for this temporary reduction, judicial branch employees accrue an additional 5 hours of paid personal leave per month through June 30, 2027. Some highlights of our benefits package include: * Health/Dental/Vision benefits program * 14 paid holidays per calendar year * Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave * 1 personal holiday per year * Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs * CalPERS Retirement Plan * 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans * Employee Assistance Program * Basic Life and AD&D Insurance * FlexElect Program * Pretax Parking * Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional) * Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional) The Judicial Council of California Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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: ******************************** Human Resources Contact: Alexis Ortiz ************** *************** 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: Sandra Grace ************** *********************** California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Supplemental Questionnaire Supplemental Questions To better assess the qualifications of each applicant, please provide a response to the following questions. Your answers should not exceed a total of three pages. 1. Please explain why you are interested in this position. 2. This position will be responsible for resolving issues related to the role's area of responsibilities with external stakeholders. Please describe your previous experience in your methods for resolving issues with external stakeholders while maintaining productive relationships. 3. Describe your responsibilities and experience working independently and your approach to process improvements. 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.

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 an innovative thinker? Are you looking for a leadership position with a dynamic team? Do you want to be a trailblazer of the hybrid workforce? If your is answer yes, this may be the place for you! The Operations Support Section's (OSS) provides support to the Tax Processing and Accounting Division (TPAD). The Policy and Technical Support Group's mission focuses on the administrative needs of TPAD. Day-to-day you will find yourself collaborating with all levels of staff and management on a variety of vital activities. This will include but is not limited to the Balanced Scorecard and Strategic Plan maintenance, division specific technical training, and workload management reports. You will actively participate in special projects and management meetings. As a first-line manager, you will have the opportunity to coach, mentor, and develop staff into tomorrow's leaders. In OSS, we work as a team and encourage innovative ideas. Our management team has thoughtful insights on training, legislation, reports, process improvements and strategic planning. It is a wonderful place to gain perspective and experience with Tax program support functions. Please review our desirable qualifications and position statement for further insight into the tasks performed and skills utilized. This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Position located at 1416 9th Street Sacramento, CA 95814. Position exists in Sacramento County. 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. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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. This position is headquartered at the New Labor Agency Building (NLAB), a newly remodeled high-rise building. Located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento and in close proximity of the State Capitol and the Golden1 Center, this beautiful and modern building provides the following amenities: Break areas, wellness/lactation rooms, coffee points, a fitness center with private showers, a Career Center for EDD Employees, a micro market, building-wide WiFi, an outdoor terrace, bike storage, nearby public transit options, and much more. Apply today for the opportunity to work in this state-of-the-art building! Travel is required for meetings and/or training. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * TAX ADMINISTRATOR I, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-505082 Position #(s): ************-020 Working Title: Group Manager Classification: TAX ADMINISTRATOR I, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT $8,109.00 - $10,583.00 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: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm 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: ********************* Special Requirements It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at ********************** Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following: * Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678. * Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. * Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only. * Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information. Examination/Assessment To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired. For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To watch tutorials on how to apply for a State job, click here. Application Instructions 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. Final Filing Date: 1/30/2026 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 applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** 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: Employment Development Department Mail In Address Attn: Job Control #505082 Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54 PO Box 826880 Sacramento, CA 94280-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Employment Development Department Drop Off Address Attn: Job Control #505082 EDD/Human Resource Services Division 1416 9th Street, 1st floor lobby Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 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 ********************** 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. * Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included. * Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ. 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. 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: * Ability to create a work environment which encourages creative thinking and innovation and seeks innovative solutions to problems. * Knowledge of the Tax Branch strategic plan and balanced scorecard. * Ability to develop and implement operational plans and lead the organization through change and achieve its goals. * Excellent professional written and oral communication skills. * Strong attention to detail. * Experience with creating and presenting training in-person and virtually. * Ability to facilitate meetings and delegate tasks. * Experience with building relationships with internal customers/partners. * Experience with team projects. * Ability to anticipate and plan for future workload adjustments. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, ***************** and the CalPERS website, ******************* Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: ********************* Hiring Unit Contact: Kami Chavez ************** ********************** 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: EEO Officer ************** Accessibility@edd.ca.gov California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications Requirements A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ should be no more than 2-pages in length, using 12-point font. Please use the below questions as heading, with your response underneath. Applicant first and last name should be in the upper right-hand corner. * Describe a time you successfully communicated with a team member that had opposing opinions on a project or assignment. What steps did you take to communicate effectively? What was the outcome? * Describe a difficult decision you had to make as a leader, and how did you come to that decision. * Please describe an experience you have had with a co-worker or customer involving miscommunication, and how you dealt with it, and what was the outcome? The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without the SOQ may not receive consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process. Background Investigation Requirement The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment. The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s). The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified." ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules. Click on the link to complete the Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey: EDD Recruitment Survey Merit System Principles Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at ******************************************************************************************* 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.