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Job Posting: Licensing Program Manager
Department of Social Services
LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER I
$7,416.00 - $9,213.00 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: 8/17/2026
Job Description and Duties
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Please note: Regular commute is not compensable.
Position Details
Department Information
Community Engagement
Empowerment
Quality Services
Data Defined Outcomes
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Do not include any confidential information in any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is inaccurate or incomplete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
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: 8/17/2026Who 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.
Benefits
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Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Janae Hammond
(424) 544-1027
Janae.Hammond@dss.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) 657-2326
EEOoffice@dss.ca.gov
Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025
Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.
Examination Information
Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination. Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary. For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at: Examinations@dss.ca.gov.
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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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensing manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field
- Experience drafting and negotiating licensing agreements
- Proficiency with contract lifecycle management software
- Knowledge of intellectual property law and royalty structures
- Familiarity with compliance tracking and audit processes
- Strong cross-functional communication with legal and finance teams
Tips for Your Licensing Manager Job Search
Quantify your licensing portfolio on your resume
List the number of agreements you've managed, the types of rights involved, and the industries covered. Licensing managers are evaluated on deal volume and complexity, so concrete details outweigh vague claims about relationship management or contract oversight.
Highlight the agreements you've negotiated
Specify whether your experience includes exclusive versus non-exclusive licenses, royalty structures, sublicensing rights, or territorial restrictions. Hiring managers in licensing read these distinctions carefully because the role varies significantly depending on agreement type and industry.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists licensing manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by industry before applying
Licensing manager roles in pharma focus on patent and regulatory compliance, while entertainment roles center on IP rights and royalty tracking. Tailor your application materials to the specific industry rather than submitting a single generic resume across every opening.
Prepare a case study for the interview stage
Walk into interviews ready to describe a specific licensing negotiation from start to finish, including how you resolved a sticking point over rights scope, royalty rates, or term length. Interviewers routinely ask for deal-specific examples rather than general process descriptions.
Negotiate with your compliance record in hand
At the offer stage, point to your audit outcomes, renewal rates, or reduction in licensing disputes as evidence of your performance. Licensing managers who can show measurable compliance or portfolio growth have stronger leverage than those who rely solely on title and years of experience.
Licensing Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most licensing managers?
The companies hiring the most licensing managers right now include Amazon, And Digital, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is strongest in entertainment, technology, and pharmaceutical companies with large IP portfolios.
How many licensing manager jobs are remote?
About 63% of licensing manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the contract-heavy nature of the role, which translates well to distributed work. Fully remote positions are most common in IP licensing, brand partnerships, and software licensing, where deal management is conducted primarily through documents and calls rather than on-site.
How do you become a licensing manager?
Most licensing managers start with a bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field, then build experience in contract administration, compliance, or legal operations. Moving into a licensing coordinator or analyst role gives you direct exposure to agreement drafting and royalty tracking. From there, taking ownership of end-to-end negotiations and building familiarity with IP law accelerates the path to a manager title.
Can you get a licensing manager job with little experience?
You can break into licensing management by starting in a contract coordinator, legal operations, or licensing analyst role and demonstrating that you can manage agreement workflows independently. Employers in smaller companies or startups are often more open to candidates who show strong attention to detail, knowledge of IP basics, and experience with contract software, even without years of negotiation history.
What does the licensing manager interview process look like?
Most licensing manager interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your deal experience and industry background, and at least one round with legal or business development stakeholders. You'll typically be asked to walk through a specific licensing negotiation you led, explain how you resolved a dispute or complex rights issue, and describe how you track compliance across an active portfolio.
Where can I find and apply to licensing manager jobs?
You can find and apply to licensing manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing without being redirected to a separate platform or external site.
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