Principal Manager II, Facilities

Overview

The Principal Manager II serves as the Deputy Director of Facilities Services for the Judicial Council of California (JCC) and the judicial branch. 

Under the general direction of the Facilities Services Director, the Deputy Director/Principal Manager II manages and directs day-to-day oversight and delivery of facilities projects and programs within the Facilities Services office. This position performs all the duties necessary to oversee, guide, and manage the program and personnel implementing the statewide facilities program including Project Management, Facility Operations, Program Accountability and Services Support, Real Estate, and Emergency Planning and Security Coordination. 

The Deputy Director/Principal Manager II will serve as second-in-command and assume primary management responsibility and accountability for achieving the Director's objectives for internal operations, programs, committees, personnel, reports, deliverables, and responses to inquiries from the Judicial Council Executive Team. The Director and Deputy Director/Principal Manager II will work closely to achieve cohesive operational alignment and external outreach to address complex and changing needs and priorities of the office.

The Deputy Director/Principal Manager II directs managers and staff in the development and implementation of statewide initiatives, protocols, processes, and/or procedures. The Deputy Director/Principal Manager II is responsible for working with all levels of staff on all project issues and can represent the JCC and Facilities Services office with local courts. This position will have advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of capital program, project, and construction management; facilities operation and maintenance; fiscal, and risk management, and program services; real estate management; emergency planning and courthouse security; and knowledge associated with the State budgeting processes. This position reports directly to the office Director and will often act on the Director's behalf for specific tasks and duties when they are not available.

The Judicial Council

The Judicial Council of California is the policy setting body for the state court system and has constitutionally conferred statewide rule-making authority. This authority includes developing, advocating for, and allocating the judicial branch budget. A majority of Council members are California state justices and judges; however, the Council also includes lawyers, legislators, and court administrators.

By enhancing its role as a leadership, knowledge, and service resource for the judicial branch, the Judicial Council’s staff organization seeks to continue to evolve as one of California’s most dynamic public service entities, focused on improving access to justice for all Californians by innovating and responding to the changing needs of the courts and the public. 

As a government body charged with improving the statewide administration of justice, the Judicial Council has multiple offices with diverse responsibilities relating to court policy and operations. As employees of the council, every member of staff should view and approach their work as one Judicial Council with a public service mission that is greater than the sum of its parts.

The Judicial Council strives for work-life balance, including substantial vacation and holiday time. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending, up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs, and retirement savings plans. In San Francisco, the office is only a 7-minute walk from the Civic Center BART station. In Sacramento, the office is minutes from downtown, just north of Discovery Park.

The Judicial Council offers hybrid work arrangements for many positions. The successful candidate will be expected to work in person at the Judicial Council’s San Francisco or Sacramento office at least two days per week, based on their office leader’s direction, and reside in the areas surrounding these locations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in architecture, engineering, building engineering, or construction management, and seven (7) years of professional-level analytical or managerial experience in assigned function including, but not limited to, program analysis, development, implementation, research, and advising, including at least four (4) years of increasingly responsible management experience. An additional four years of professional experience as noted above may substitute for the bachelor’s degree. Or, additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

OR

Master’s degree in a directly related field such as architecture or engineering or possession of a professional engineer or architect license, and four (4) years of professional-level analytical or managerial experience in assigned function including, but not limited to, program analysis, development, implementation, research, and advising, including at least three (3) years of supervisory/management experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the various domains of facilities services, including new construction project management; project administration, services, and support; facilities maintenances and operations; real estate; risk management; emergency planning and security coordination; etc. 
• Demonstrated experience leading and directing multi-disciplinary teams; while promoting a professional, fair, diverse, and inclusive environment. 
• Governmental budget and finance experience.
• Familiarity with the judicial system, legislative process, and government procurement. 
• Intermediate to Advanced level Excel skills. 
• Applying financial tools such as forecasting and cost/benefit analysis. 
• Planning, developing, and administering budgets, and implementing cost controls. 
• Organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating multiple tasks to meet assigned deadlines and manage competing demands. 
• Utilizing a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned.
• Effectively communicating with strong oral and written presentation skills.  Ability to distill complex and technical information and deliver to a wide range of audiences. 
• Maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, and the public.

Responsibilities

Oversight of: 

• The Project Management unit.
• The Facility Operations unit.
• The Facility Operations unit.
• The Real Estate unit.
• The Emergency Planning and Security Coordination unit.

Provides Strategic Management Direction to:

• The program and project management managers implementing capital and major renovation projects.
• The Facility Operations managers implementing the maintenance and operations program.
• The Program Support Unit managers supporting the program.
• The Program Support Unit managers supporting the program.
• The Emergency Planning and Security Coordination supervisor.

Pay and Benefits

$14,196 - $17,747 per month

Some highlights of our benefits package include:

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits program
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs 
• CalPERS Retirement Plan
• 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Pretax Parking
• Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional)
• Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional)

How To Apply

To ensure consideration of your application for the earliest round of interviews, please apply January 24, 2025, however, this position will remain open until filled. This position requires the submission of our official application, a resume and a response to the supplemental questions. 

To complete the online application, please click the Apply for Job button.

 The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities who request such accommodation. Reasonable accommodation needs should be requested through Human Resources at (415) 865-4260.

Other Information

Please note: if you are selected for hire, verification of employment eligibility or authorization to work in the United States will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Judicial Council of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Supplemental Questions

To better assess the qualifications of each applicant, we will review your responses to the following question. (You may consider submitting a separate document due to character limitations.)

Please state why you are interested in this position and why you consider yourself a desirable candidate for the position.