Job Posting: Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit Supervisor I

Department of Justice

JC-504807
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Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit Supervisor I
SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 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: 2/6/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervisor (Sup) II, the Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit Supervisor I is the section manager over analytical, technical, and clerical staff for the Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit (APPU). The APPU Section completes firearms eligibility background checks and notifies interested agencies when an applicant becomes prohibited from owning/possessing firearms and ammunition. The Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit Supervisor I is responsible for the following:

 

  • Planning, management, and control of the APPU process, which includes both automated and manual processing of prohibited persons; processing individual firearms reports; processing no longer in possession document submissions; development of detailed case files and liaison for bureau enforcement staff concerning armed and prohibited individuals, as well as, state and federal firearms laws; maintains section statistics and workload data; develops special reports regarding armed and prohibited persons.

 

  • Ensuring quality assurance measures are adhered to, and conducting quality assurance reviews.

 

  • Direct supervision over Crime Analyst Supervisors (CAS) and their subordinate staff and one Crime Analyst II; duties include training, mentoring, monitoring, and evaluating staff; responding to issues requiring progressive discipline and administering department policy as it relates to FMLA, Injury Illness Prevention, Workplace Harassment/Discrimination and Non-Retaliation.

 

  • Analyzing APPU information technology needs, and interfacing functionalities required. This includes analyzing and developing detailed system change requests.

 

  • Advising and making recommendations to upper management on state, federal, and local laws policies and plans which affect DOJ, law enforcement, and the firearms industry.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

DOJ has adopted teleworking for employees who can effectively perform their essential work functions remotely. This position currently has no telework available. However, this position may allow for some telework opportunities in the future.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-504807
Position #(s):
420-505-4800-901
Working Title:
Armed and Prohibited Persons Unit Supervisor I
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $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:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

  • This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Firearms, Sacramento Regional Office.
  • Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
  • Pending Budget Approval.
  • For more information about the Department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.
  • Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-504807) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
  • Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678).
  • This page is for examination use only.
  • A fingerprint check will be required.
  • This is a 12-month limited term position, however, it may be extended and/or become permanent.
  • If interested in this position, please apply and List/Transfer eligibility will be verified.

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: 2/6/2026

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Justice
DLE- Ronika Vikash
Attn: LT SUP I JC 504807
Department of Justice/DLE-OC-Personnel Services
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
DLE- Ronika Vikash
LT SUP I JC 504807
Department of Justice/DLE-OC-Personnel Services
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 - Please see Statement of Qualifications noted below.
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.

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:

Knowledge of: the various databases applicable to Crime Analyst work; relevant policies and procedures; the various terminology and acronyms used in Crime Analyst work; elements of the criminal intelligence cycle to be able to identify and describe the formalized steps of this process; and state and federal regulations, state codes, and policies as they pertain to the functions of criminal investigation.

 

Ability to: work independently to meet deadlines with minimal supervision; work productively as a member of a team; select important elements contained within reports; extract data from detailed documents; establish and maintain files and databases; apply general rules to specific problems to form logical conclusions; identify missing items in a thread of information to establish a need for further investigation; visually present results of investigative efforts through a variety of software tools; identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions; break complex data down into organized and useful sections of information; and gather sources of information to be used in identifying trends of making conclusions.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Ronika Vikash
(916) 210-6350
ronika.vikash@doj.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. To be considered for the position, applicants must submit an SOQ along with their application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills qualifies you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ should be no more than 1 page in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document and address the following questions:

  1. Describe how you have worked on a team and individually to prioritize projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

 

  1. Describe your vision of leadership and include experiences that highlight your ability to manage staff, build a team, improve employee morale, and manage workload distribution.

 

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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