Program Manager I California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

JC-536595

- Program Manager I

PROGRAM

MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

$8,230.00 - $10,242.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

11/10/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. Under the general direction of the Recovery Program Manager II (PM II), the Program Manager I (PM I) performs a wide range of complex managerial and analytical tasks related to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance grant programs, including but not limited to: Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Grant, California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA), Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant (HMEP), Pre-Disaster Mitigation program (PDM), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), and others. The PM I directs fully developed staff functions, supervises a small group of professional, technical or analytical staff performing journeyperson level work, and personally performs the most difficult or sensitive work. The Incumbent is responsible for management, supervision, and organization of resources, as well as the implementation of program objectives. To ensure program objectives are met, the PM I may be required to work extended hours, e.g. nights, weekends, and holidays. The PM I performs all program work and is responsible for managing staff during both normal and disaster recovery operations. Primary management duties involve supervisorial responsibility for staff, planning, coordinating, and directing resources effectively. Duties also include developing, reviewing, and approving all program related documentation. Solicits and ensures necessary input from and coordination with all persons contacted in the course of work, makes financial, programmatic, and administrative decisions on all aspects of the program, and makes recommendations to upper management. In alignment with the strategic plan, the PM I develops, directs, and empowers staff to ensure they are customer focused innovators and problem solvers providing a high level of service and technical expertise in their delivery of services. The PM I identifies innovative opportunities and makes recommendations for potential consideration for the strategic plan, undertakes department-wide projects, and anticipates the needs of, and impacts on disaster recovery program and operation. The PM I establishes and maintains relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, promotes organizational efficiency and operational excellence. May be required to perform the same work tasks as subordinate staff, to ensure the mission, goals, and objectives of the unit/division/branch are met in the timeliest and most efficient manner. This recruitment will fill (2) positions within the Closeout Division of the Recovery Closeout and Infrastructure Branch. Closeout Unit

II & III

Description:

Disaster Closeout implements the final step in the disaster Public Assistance process, collecting, analyzing, and validating Sub-Recipients' disaster recovery project cost documentation and developing funding reimbursement recommendations associated with those project costs. The position performs a wide range of complex managerial and analytical tasks related to the provision of federal and state disaster assistance grant programs, including but not limited to federal Public Assistance Disaster Grants, federal Fire Management Assistance Grants, and California Disaster Assistance Act grants. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position is located in the Closeout Unit in

Mather, CA Hybrid Telework:

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business needs. 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. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PROGRAM MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-536595

Position #(s): 163-532-4924-XXX

Working Title:

Program Manager I

Classification:

PROGRAM MANAGER I, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

$8,230.00 - $10,242.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California. Cal OES is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees. The Recovery Directorate is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Directorate ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process. The Recovery Directorate is comprised of three sections — Recovery Operations, Hazard Mitigation, and Interagency Recovery Coordination. Recovery personnel are responsible for assisting in the management of statewide disaster recovery efforts, as well as assisting agricultural communities, businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, local governments and special districts impacted by disasters. In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites. More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate |

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Department Website:

http://www.caloes.ca.gov

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.
• 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:

11/10/2026