Health Unit Manager

The California State Lottery is looking to fill the exciting role of a Health Unit Manager!If this opportunity would be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply today and join our winning team!People are drawn to the California State Lottery because we:We have a worthy mission that we’re sure you’ll take pride in too.Are an energetic, creative, and talented teamValue diversity and inclusion in the workplaceEmpower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovationRecognize individual and team contributionsSupport the importance of work-life balanceInvest in the professional development of our team membersAre dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprintThe California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state agencies that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding to California schools while simultaneously supporting local communities. Ninety-five cents of every dollar spent by players goes back to local communities in the form of contributions to public schools and colleges, prizes and retailer compensation.In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery provided over $2 billion in supplemental funding for California public schools, bringing the total contributions to more than $46 billion since we began in 1985. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state. Product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers games and several draw games such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and SuperLotto Plus and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot.Job Description and Duties:Under the direction of the Supervisor II, the Supervisor I is responsible for the Health (Medical Leave Management) Unit (Health Unit). The incumbent supervises, plans, directs, reviews, monitors, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff. This position works closely with all California State Lottery (Lottery) staff, supervisors, and managers to provide consultation and direction regarding return-to-work and health issues. The Sup I will oversee medically related personnel issues as they relate to medical leave absences, Reasonable Accommodation (RA), Worker's Compensation, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other health-related topics.This position requires a current Supervisor I exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Desirable QualificationsExcellent and demonstrateable written and verbal communcation skills.Experience working with management on medical management cases.Knowledge of and experience with Workers' Compensation Cases Management.Knowledge of and experience with Return to Work Coordination.Knowledge of and experience with protected leave (FMLA, CFRA, etc.)Experience developing training for supervisors and managers.Ability to facilitate training for supervisors and managers organization wide.Strong desire to provide outstanding Customer Service.Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities with varying deadlines.Ability to recruit, train and retain competent staff.*Important Note: A Statement of Qualifications is required to submit with your application package in order to be considered.For more information about this opportunity, benefits, and instructions on how to apply -- click the Apply button.