Drive operational excellence at the highest level-manage statewide facilities and fleet programs, advise leadership, and deliver innovative building solutions as Assistant Deputy Director of Operations for the California State Lottery!
Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Director, Operations, the Assistant Deputy Director (ADD), Operations provides executive level oversight for the Lottery's facility and fleet programs statewide. The ADD is responsible for directing the Facilities & Fleet Management Branch and the Facilities Development Unit within the Operations Division and serves as the principal policy advisor and consultant to the directorate on a variety of facilities, engineering, and maintenance matters, including the development of new buildings. The incumbent develops, implements, and evaluates policies and procedures to ensure departmental compliance with the legal requirements of the State. This position requires a high level of technical expertise in construction, engineering, and design fields in order to effectively manage Lottery's facility portfolio.
This position is headquartered at the Sacramento Headquarters location 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."
When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?
People are drawn to the Lottery because we:
- Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
- Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
- Recognize individual and team contributions
- Support the importance of work-life balance
- Invest in the professional development of our team members
- Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint
It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED AS PART OF THE EXAMINATION PROCESS and must be submitted to be considered for this position . Candidates who fail to submit an SOQ will be eliminated from the examination process. Please read the Statement of Qualifications section near the bottom of this job posting for further information. If you have any questions regarding the SOQ requirement, we encourage you to reach out to: Lyla de la Sota, CEA and Exempt Coordinator, at (916) 822-8697 or through email at ldelasota@calottery.com .
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 .
Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-505313
Position #(s):
358-250-7500-XXX
Working Title:
Assistant Deputy Director, Operations
Classification:
C. E. A. $10,349.00 - $13,765.00 A
The California State Lottery has delegated authority to negotiate salaries for Career Executive Assignments within this range based on the selected candidate's background and qualifications. Please disregard the new to state language below.
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:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, 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 position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- 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.
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: 3/5/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.
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 505313
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 505313
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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED AS PART OF THE EXAMINATION PROCESS and must be submitted to be considered for this position. Candidates who fail to submit an SOQ, or who do not follow the SOQ instructions on this posting, will be eliminated from the examination process. Please read the Statement of Qualifications section near the bottom of this job posting for further information and instructions.
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.
Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.
Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.
General Qualifications
State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge and Abilities Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy - influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:
- Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager's role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.
These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):
CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.
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:
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Design-Build Professional (DBIA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus.
- Experience creating and executing a strategic plan within the construction, facilities, and/or building engineering and maintenance fields.
- Experience managing large-scale construction, maintenance, and engineering projects, including oversight of contractor performance and project delivery.
- Experience advising executive level management on facilities and maintenance-related matters.
- Knowledge of facilities portfolio management, including site identification and acquisition, leasing, and cost-benefit analysis to support long-term organizational goals.
- Knowledge of the rules and guidelines required in the management of a government entity involved in construction projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor subordinate managers and multidisciplinary teams, fostering professional development and ensuring high performance across program areas.
- Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and foster an inspiring and inclusive workplace culture.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with all levels of management, employees, and external stakeholders.
Examination Information A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED AS PART OF THE EXAMINATION PROCESS and must be submitted to be considered for this position. Candidates who fail to submit an SOQ following the directions on this posting will be eliminated from the examination process. Please read the Statement of Qualifications section near the bottom of this job posting for further information. If you have any questions regarding the SOQ requirement, we encourage you to reach out to: Lyla de la Sota, CEA and Exempt Coordinator, at (916) 822-8697 or through email at ldelasota@calottery.com .
If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.
A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.
The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.
Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.
The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.
Special Testing Arrangements If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.
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:
Lyla de la Sota
(916) 822-8697
ldelasota@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 - ASSISTANT DEPUTY DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS Instructions : The examination process for this position consists of a Standard State Application (form STD 678), Resume, and SOQ evaluation, which will be used to evaluate how your education, training, experience, and skills qualify you for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SOQs must be no more than three (3) pages in length, and typed using no less than 12-point Arial font. The SOQ must address the following items and in order listed below:
1. Describe your experience managing large construction and/or building maintenance projects. Your response must include specific examples that address the following:
a. Developing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation as well as working with architects and engineers throughout the project lifecycle;
b. Managing multiple simultaneous construction and/or building maintenance projects;
c. Your role in ensuring that all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations and Department of General Services rules and policies (if applicable);
d. Managing contracts throughout the contract lifecycle starting from the creation of the statement of work, bidding, contract negotiation and contract management after execution; and
e. Ensuring that work meets quality standards and safety regulations.
Your response must also include the number of years of construction project management experience and the dollar range of budgets associated with previous construction projects.
2. Describe your experience managing teams. Your response must include specific examples that address your approach to the following:
a. Delegation, prioritization, accountability, and communication;
b. Motivating employees;
c. Managing performance concerns;
d. Resolving conflict;
e. Promoting respect, diversity, and inclusion in the work environment; and
f. Fostering a focus on collaboration and customer service.
Your response must also include the number of years of experience you have managing teams.
3. Describe your experience facilitating communication with executive leadership, commissions or boards, and/or oversight agencies. Your response must include specific examples that address your approach to the following:
a. Routine status updates - include the typical frequency and the level of detail you provide;
b. Funding requests - include project scope, duration, and size, as well as the requested funding amount; and
c. Communicating adverse information - explain how you deliver difficult news, such as acknowledging mistakes made by your team, while maintaining transparency and professionalism.
Note : Each response must include the number of years of experience you have and must include specific examples to support your response.
Write your responses carefully. Evaluation of each candidate will be based on the content of the answers and written communication skills demonstrated in the SOQ. Answer each numbered item separately, indicating the corresponding item number for each response. Include your name and the JC number in the upper left-hand corner of each page.
Other application documents (e.g., resumes, cover letters) do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Candidates who fail to follow these requirements or who do not provide responses to the specific items in the order listed on this posting will be disqualified from the examination and selection process.
For guidance on writing effective SOQs, visit: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications .
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Where assistive tools may be used, responses within the SOQ must be your own original work. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.
POSITION LOCATION Sacramento 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.
