Administrative and Contracts Unit Manager

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Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-497545

Position #(s):
XXX

Working Title:
Administrative and Contracts Unit Manager
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

$7, $8,910.00

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

Department Information
California's Department of Health Care Access and Information ensures healthcare access is provided to Californians where it is needed most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state's healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We can provide you with the tools to start, build, or transition your career while making an impact for all Californians.

The Office of Health Workforce Development increases access to healthcare services in underserved communities with a focus on building a diverse workforce. Our team evaluates healthcare policy, investigates workforce gaps, and distributes over 3,000 awards each year in the form of scholarships, loans, and grants. Be a part of a community of professionals that create innovative solutions to ensure all Californians have access to equitable and quality health care.

HCAI demonstrates a commitment to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated, and comfortable as their authentic selves. We value our employees' skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture providing equitable opportunities which empowers health care access and information serving diverse CA populations.

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Job Description And Duties
Hybrid Telework Opportunity
The Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) serves as the Administrative and Contracts Unit Manager within the Administrative and Fiscal Operations Section of the Office of Health Workforce Development (OHWD) Operations Branch. The incumbent manages administrative operations, contract planning and monitoring, ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and serves as the primary liaison to internal partners such as the Office of Administrative Services (OAS) and Office of Information Services (OIS), and coordinates responses to control agencies, including the Department of General Services (DGS), Department of Finance (DOF), California Health & Human Services Agency (CalHHS), the Legislature, and departmental partners. The SSM I also leads the development of standard operating procedures and tracking tools to promote transparency and efficiency. In addition, the incumbent provides guidance to OHWD management on staff performance, training, and personnel practices, and supports resource allocation decisions through data-driven analysis and reporting.

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Special Requirements
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

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: 11/18/2025

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

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:

Department of Health Care Access and Information

N/A

Attn: Human Resources, Classification and Pay Unit

2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016

Sacramento , CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Health Care Access and Information

N/A

Human Resources, Classification and Pay Unit

2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016

Sacramento , CA 95833

Drop off at 8th Floor Receptionist, Attn: Human Resources, Classification and Pay Unit

08:00 AM - 05:00 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - The application must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) . The SOQ must be in 12-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than 2 page(s) in length. The SOQ must include responses to the following questions in numerical order; do not consolidate responses.
• Describe your experience processing, managing, or overseeing complex contracts and procurements. How did you ensure accuracy, accountability, timeliness, and compliance with policies, rules, laws, regulations, legislation, and oversight agency requirements?
• Discuss your experience processing, managing, or overseeing human resources related processes such as recruitments, onboarding, reclassifications, and organizational charts. How did you ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policy?
• How would you describe your leadership style? Provide an example that demonstrates your experience supervising, managing, leading, mentoring, or coaching individuals performing these roles.

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.