The California Arts Council is seeking a Programs Manager (Staff Services Manager I) to join our Programs team. Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) II, the Staff Services Manager I is principally responsible for managing a portfolio of California Arts Council (CAC) grant and contract opportunities. This position is responsible for leading a small multi-disciplinary staff team in developing and implementing program policies, application and administrative processes, documentation and systems needed to ensure funds are expended in accordance with statutory, contractual, and State administrative requirements, providing the training and assistance needed by grantees/contractors, monitoring performance, and measuring the overall success of the arts programs focused on system-involved youth, adults within the carceral system and those returning to their communities.

Click here to view the duty statement and apply at CalCareers:
https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=277092

Individuals who are new to state service must have Staff Services Manager I list eligibility in order to gain employment as a Staff Services Manager I with any state agency. Click here to learn more about the education/experience exam, available online.

Statement of Qualifications:
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required when applying for this vacancy. Resumes DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, using 12-point Arial font and should address the following:

1. 1. Please describe why you feel you are uniquely qualified for this position.
2. 2. Technical proficiency in coordinating and administering online event systems (including Zoom and EventBrite) is required for this position. Please briefly describe your experience in this area.

Your application and/or resume along with your Statement of Qualifications must be postmarked by the postal service or received by close of business day of the final filing date. Applications received after the final filing date will not be accepted.