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ADMINISTRATOR II, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD
Franchise Tax Board
ADMINISTRATOR II, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD
$8,452.00 - $11,114.00 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: 5/18/2026
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Internal Budget Office Administrator III, the incumbent is responsible for managing the Department Resource Oversight Unit. The incumbent oversees the work of the Department Allotments and Analysis supervisor and the Division Budgeting analysts who perform financial resource analysis for Divisional and Departmental budgets. The incumbent oversees the most complex and sensitive work related to Franchise Tax Board (FTB) tax and non-tax personal services and operating expenses & equipment (OE&E) budget, commonly referred to as Schedule 3. The incumbent frequently communicates with the Divisions' Budget Offices to help establish departmental allotments, baseline budgets and monitor actual spending, and presents findings to senior management regarding the fund condition. The incumbent is responsible for responding to inquiries as they relate to FTB Tax and Non-Tax resources and acts as the subject matter expert. As the first line supervisor, the incumbent uses their leadership skills to develop staff and provide them with direction and guidance to resolve difficult technical resource problems.
Additional positions may become available (eRPA 2526-00857).
Working Conditions
- This position is eligible for limited remote working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in-office requirement of two days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework. This is subject to change.
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
Position Details
Department Information
Our mission is to help taxpayers file timely and accurate tax returns, and pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians.
FTB fosters an environment of equity and inclusion for all and we welcome everyone to be part of our diverse workforce.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein.
**IMPORTANT NOTICE** As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance. Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling 1-800-852-5711 to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD (800) 735-2929.
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: 5/18/2026Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Other - REQUIRED: If you are basing your eligibility on educational requirements, you MUST provide a legible copy of your transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left-hand side of this job posting). Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a foreign transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts may be official or unofficial; please redact birthdates and social security numbers. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).
- Supplemental Application -
In order to be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a supplemental application. Your response must be no more than two type-written pages in length, using 12-point font, 1-inch standard margins and include your first and last name in the upper right-hand corner of the page. Respond to the following supplemental statement(s):
Describe a time when you were able to effectively communicate a difficult concept with team members, supervisors, and others when appropriate.
a. What was the situation?
b. What tools did you use to ensure understanding?
c. What made the communication effective?
d. What was the outcome?
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of Franchise Tax Board's (FTB) annual budget planning cycle and activities, budget analysis and reporting, completing Fund Condition Reports, Spending Plans, Budget Change Proposals (BCP), and budget drills
- Experience in financial management, accounting, and budgetary protocol and practices
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to inspire, motivate, engage, develop, mentor, and build teams
- Strong communications skills, including the ability to present ideas and information effectively, both verbally and in writing considering the audience
- Develop and apply the appropriate communication style to a wide range of situations
- Experience writing issue papers and developing projections, recommendations and alternatives leveraging divisional and departmental resources
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff and management at all levels and throughout the enterprise
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with business customers and stakeholders to ensure financial success of the department
- Ability to create and maintain a positive, productive, and creative work environment that engages employees
- Ability to recognize and determine the need to shift priorities, and/or resources to maximize operations and/or address changes in assigned goals and objectives
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and ensure products submitted are accurate and have supporting documentation
- Ability to develop and implement strategic, tactical and operational plans and lead the organization through change and achieve its goals
- Make recommendations or changes to programs, policies or procedures to improve effectiveness and efficiency when necessary
- Experience working on cross divisional projects and/or Enterprise Team
- Involvement in a diversity of activities, program areas, and/or positions that have provided you with a greater understanding and appreciation for the broader perspective of the department/enterprise
- Demonstrated performance encouraging positive relationships, creating high job satisfaction, encouraging success, showing understanding, and being trusting and supportive
Benefits
In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:
- Convenient transportation and commuting options include: Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
(916) 845-3608
Hiring Unit Contact:
Misty Westin
(916) 845-5601
misty.westin@ftb.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 Office
(916) 845-2860
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.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A complete application package must be received in the Classification & Hiring Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and must include:
- Completed employment information on the STD. 678, including the “From” and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week,” and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” fields (resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678)
- All of the required documents listed in the “Required Application Package Documents” section
- The position number and job control number in the job title line of the STD. 678, if submitting a paper application package (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title line of the STD. 678 if submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account)
- A signature, if submitting a paper application package
Candidates who do not follow all of the listed application instructions may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section.
Do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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.
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