Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer in the EEO Office within the California State Lottery (Lottery), the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) Specialist/Investigator, is responsible for performing a wide range of complex, technical, and sensitive consultative, analytical and investigative work related to the programs administered by the EEO Office. The SSM I Specialist/Investigator will perform various analytical tasks required to complete the mandated functions, activities and reporting for the EEO program; develop, implement and administer policies, procedures, processes and training presentations on various EEO related topics including Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The SSM I Specialist/Investigator will function as non-supervisory staff specialist in a difficult and sensitive program area with significant responsibilities at a level conducive to a highly skilled consultant with the ability to act authoritatively in a functional specialty. The SSM I Specialist/Investigator must exercise neutrality, tact and diplomacy, maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively and sensitively both orally and in writing, and maintain an appropriate decorum while administering and handling various EEO program related matters.

This position requires a current Staff Services Manager I exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team

• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace

• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation

• Recognize individual and team contributions

• Support the importance of work-life balance

• Invest in the professional development of our team members

• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the
Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

New to State candidates are hired at the minimum salary of the classification.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

1. Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST
2. Travel: Minimal; May require periodic travel to Lottery District Offices to conduct investigations and/or training.
3. Other: Incumbents must demonstrate EEO expertise as characterized by knowledge of legally protected categories under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, an understanding of the role of an EEO Officer and the statewide EEO program; and the ability to interpret and apply state and federal EEO-related laws in accordance with best practice.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.
• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (), provide your transcripts. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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:

• Demonstrated experience conducting internal administrative investigations and producing comprehensive investigation reports.
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal civil rights laws, rules, regulations, authorities, and experience applying that knowledge and expertise in a workplace.
  
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing EEO program related policy, processes, and procedures.
  
• Demonstrated experience developing training and informational materials and facilitating training on EEO related topics, including DEI.
  
• Demonstrated ability to remain neutral and impartial and maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive issues and/or information.
  
• Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, good judgment, diplomacy, political savy and sensitivity and maintain an appropriate decorum while administering and handling various EEO program related matters and addressing sensitive employee and personnel-related issues.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  

Benefits

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

Position Location

Sacramento Headquarters
700 North 10 th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

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 - See intructions below.  In order to be considered you must submit a Statement of Qualifications.

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