Job Posting: Project Manager

CA State Lottery

JC-526380
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Project Manager
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $10,537.00 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: 8/31/2026

Job Description and Duties

The California State Lottery (Lottery) is seeking a collaborative and solution-focused Project Manager to help drive the successful delivery of projects that support our business and strategic goals. As a forward-thinking, dynamic, and unique state enterprise, the Lottery offers a diverse work environment with opportunities for both remote and office-based schedules. Join a rewarding organization dedicated to generating funding for California’s public education through the sale of Lottery products.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be approved for remote or office-based telework. Employees must report to their designated headquarters when required, and travel costs to and from the headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Telework eligibility requires residency in California, consistent with Government Code Section 14200.

Why the Lottery?
• We support work-life balance
• We are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• We value diversity and inclusion
• We empower employees to share expertise and drive innovation
• We recognize individual and team achievements
• We invest in professional development
• We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint

Role Highlights:
• Lead and manage complex projects within the Lottery’s project portfolio
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and decisions; keep stakeholders informed
• Support the development and enhancement of project management standards, processes, and tools
• Provide project management guidance to divisional project leads, sponsors, and stakeholders

All experience and education related to the Minimum Qualifications must be clearly demonstrated on the State Application (STD 678). Applicants should also show how they meet the Desirable Qualifications listed in this posting. The Classification Specification is available under “Minimum Requirements” on the Job Announcement. Submission of a Statement of Qualifications is required.  

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

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.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!

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

Working Conditions

A. Schedule: 8:00AM to 5:00PM PST (After hours may be needed to ensure the delivery of project related duties for the California State Lottery)

B. Minimal: On demand travel may be required to facilitate / participate in project related activities.

C. Other: The incumbent must maintain an expert level understanding of best practices related to Project Management methodologies. The incumbent will work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities, and mission critical deliverables.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-526380
Position #(s):
358-110-1402-005
Working Title:
Project Manager
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A
$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B
$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All. 

 

In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $2.2 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.

Department Website: http://www.calottery.com

Special Requirements

  • 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.
  • The position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • If you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. 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.

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: 8/31/2026

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:

CA State Lottery
N/A
Attn: Human Resources Division, JC 526380
700 N. 10th Street, MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA State Lottery
N/A
Human Resources Division, JC 526380
700 N. 10th Street, MS#6-5
Sacramento, CA 95811
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications intructions 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:
  • PMP Certification Desired
  • 2 years leading enteprise projects
  • Experience in Waterfall & Agile based methodologies
  • Experience in change management related activities
  • Excellent people skills, building and maintaining collaborative high-performing project teams
  • Excellent meeting faciliation & presentation skils to executive and project sponsors
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Organized and efficient; able to work in a fast-paced, challenging, creative, and delivery-focused environment
  • Ability to handle multiple concurrent projects, thrive under pressure, and while remaining professional at all times
  • Ability to effectively negotiate, using persuasion when necessary, to ensure the success of the team and/or project

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.calottery.com
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources, JC 526380
(916) 822-8158
Careers@calottery.com

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:
Equal Employment Opportunity Office
(916) 822-8458
eeooffice@calottery.com
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

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a required part of the application and is reviewed alongside the State Application (STD 678) to identify the most qualified candidates for interview consideration. Applicants who do not submit an SOQ or submit responses such as “See Resume” will not be considered. To ensure an accurate assessment of your skills, you must write your SOQ yourself. Responses provided with the use of generative artificial intelligence tools to create or refine your responses will not be considered. The SOQ must reflect your own experience, judgment, and abilities. The SOQ is limited to 2 pages, in 12-point Arial font, with standard margins. By submitting your SOQ, you certify that you have read and understood these instructions and that all information provided is true and authored by you.

1. Describe an example of the largest project you have managed, including the following: The length of the project, the overall budget, the scope, how many stakeholders were involved and project success? What personal lessons learned were identified and how did you ensure they were implemented in the management of future projects? 

2. Describe a time when you were responsible for analyzing a complex situation, developing a recommendation, and presenting the proposed solution. Your response should include disciplines used from the areas of project management, business analysis and strategic planning.

Position Location

Headquarters
700 North 10th Street
Sacramento, CA  95811

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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