Apr 10, 2026

SUPERVISOR I

  • State of California Office of the Controller
  • Hybrid
  • $7,172 - $8,910 monthly

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Manager I in the Consumer Services Bureau, the Supervisor I is responsible for managing, planning, and directing the activities of a Claims Evaluation Unit. This unit evaluates claims for unclaimed property, makes accurate ownership determinations pursuant to relevant laws and regulations, performs quality assurance of claims activity, oversees studies and analysis conducted to improve procedural and program efficiencies, compiles and evaluates data to identify and anticipate workload trends, and determines training needs. The Supervisor I is the first-level working supervisor and supervises a group of professional and technical staff.

Duties Performed:
(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)
  • Clearly communicate roles, responsibilities, standards, procedures, policies, and guidelines for conduct and performance of tasks. Maintain, support, and incorporate effective personnel management practices in all aspects of managing and supervising staff including, but not limited to, coaching, mentoring, evaluating performance, hiring, and implementing effective training. Conduct regular meetings with staff to communicate goals, expectations, and upward mobility opportunities. Provide regular feedback to staff, including timely preparation of performance evaluations. Develop and implement employee recognition.
  • Develop and monitor production and staffing plans to ensure the timely and accurate completion of assigned work. Ensure adequate training is provided for staff. Monitor production to ensure claims are timely evaluated and an accurate ownership determination is made within statutory requirements. Maintain consistent and accurate documentation of unit workload, performance, and training. Assist staff with the most complex and sensitive claims. Ensure adherence to all fraud prevention policies and procedures. Review staff work product for accuracy and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Manage workloads by ensuring that adequate systems are in place to maintain accurate inventory and aging data. Identify performance trends using metrics and variances to develop forecasting reports to proactively redirect resources and determine other appropriate actions needed before backlogs occur. Ensure adequate resources are available to meet operational needs. Regularly review policies and procedures and modify as necessary to improve efficiency and performance.
  • Evaluate current program operations, initiate and oversee projects to improve the processes within the group, and monitor activities to ensure conformity with goals and policies.
  • Maintain daily management information reports, ensure responses to inquiries are accurate and consistent, protect the integrity of information released to the public, and ensure the quality of service provided is courteous and professional.
  • Act as a member of the Unclaimed Property Division (UPD) management team in developing solutions to issues and business plans. Provide management backup assistance within UPD as needed to ensure adequate supervision of staff and timely approval and payment of claims.