Enterprise Innovation Manager (Supervisor II)

Job Description and Duties The CalSTRS Executive Branch is seeking a motivated individual to serve as the Enterprise Innovation Manager (Supervisor II) within the Enterprise Strategy Management unit. CalSTRS is dedicated to securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California's educators through customer service, accountability, leadership, strength, trust, respect, and stewardship. The Enterprise Strategy Management unit supports the achievement of CalSTRS' strategic objectives by helping the organization identify opportunities, drive innovation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Under the general direction of the Director of Enterprise Strategy Management, the Enterprise Innovation Manager is responsible for leading the Enterprise Innovation Program and advancing innovation efforts across the organization. The incumbent provides strategic leadership and oversight for innovation initiatives, develops and maintains program governance and processes, advises leadership on innovation strategy, and supervises a team of professionals responsible for identifying, evaluating, testing, and implementing innovative solutions that improve organizational effectiveness and member experience. This position collaborates extensively with executives, managers, and stakeholders throughout CalSTRS to foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: • Experience leading or managing an enterprise innovation, strategy, transformation, continuous improvement, or comparable organizational program. • Experience establishing or enhancing program governance, operating frameworks, decision-making processes, performance measures, and executive reporting. • Ability to analyze complex and sensitive issues and present clear, evidence-based recommendations to executives, managers, technical specialists, and other stakeholders. • Proven ability to connect people, ideas, and resources across organizational boundaries to build support for innovative solutions and drive enterprise-wide outcomes. • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders with diverse priorities to achieve strategic objectives. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead CalSTRS' enterprise innovation program, work directly with executive leadership, and help drive strategic initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness and service to California's educators. Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025. This program reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits for the duration of the program. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the reduced amounts. Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Exam This position requires a current Supervisor II examination. If you need to take the examination or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility. CalSTRS Personal Trading Program Investment Branch employees are required to participate in the CalSTRS Personal Trading Program which allows CalSTRS to monitor employees’ personal trading transactions in order to reduce risks associated with insider trading, front running, and misusing material non-public information. Upon accepting a position within the Investment Branch, you will be required to disclose your personal broker account information and be required to utilize a personal broker from a designated list as provided by CalSTRS. Background Investigation Prior to employment with CalSTRS, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted. The BI consists of a Personal History Statement and fingerprinting through the Department of Justice. The BI will check criminal and civil records and, if applicable, verify education and check driving records. CalSTRS Disclosure Requirements This position may be subject to disclosure and disqualification requirements concerning economic conflict of interest in government work, including the Conflict of Interest Code that applies to CalSTRS team members and the Political Reform Act, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700). Incompatible Activities This position is subject to the provisions of Government Code Section 19990. Upon accepting a position at CalSTRS, you will also be required to comply with the CalSTRS Incompatible Activities Policy by ensuring that outside work or activities are compatible and align with your professional activities or workplace obligations.