SENIOR PERSONNEL SPECIALIST

Employment Development Department

10d ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Consulting
People, HR & Administration
Sacramento

Requirements

Applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility.
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.calcareers.ca.gov.
Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following:
Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.
To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.
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.
Who May Apply:
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).
SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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).
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.
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.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.
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.
The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation.
However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.
The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department.
The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies.
Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process.
A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."
The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.
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.

Responsibilities

- Works at the expert/journey level performing the most difficult and complex personnel/payroll transactions
- Must possess a high degree of independence and problem-solving ability
- Ability to think logically, multitask, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contract provisions concerning personnel transactions
- Must have knowledge of California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), State Personnel Board (SPB) and California Department of Human Resource (CalHR) laws, rules and policies
- Duties may include working in a team environment as coordinator for a variety of statewide personnel/payroll programs related to Worker's Compensation, State Disability Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Non-Industrial Disability Insurance
- Manage accounts receivables
- Manage requests for lump sum deferral relating to these programs

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Personnel Specialist.

Is this position permanent?

This is a limited-term position, which may be extended or become permanent.

What are the working hours for this job?

The working hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Where is the work location for this position?

The work location is at 751 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Is this position eligible for visa sponsorship?

No, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

What kind of work schedule is available for this role?

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with the amount of telework at the discretion of the department and subject to change based on business needs.

What are the minimum requirements for this position?

Applicants must refer to the Class Specification for the Senior Personnel Specialist for the specific minimum requirements.

Are there any special requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for the Senior Personnel Specialist is $5,498.00 - $6,890.00 A.

Is a statement of qualifications required for the application?

Yes, a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.

What should be included in the Statement of Qualifications?

The SOQ must include a response to two specific questions regarding handling a heavy workload and providing excellent customer service, with specific examples.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

How should applicants submit their application?

Applicants are encouraged to apply through their CalCareer Account, or they can mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 to the specified mailing address.

What is the final filing date for applications?

The final filing date for applications is 9/13/2024.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Experience in a Human Resources environment processing payroll and benefit documents, preferably with civil service payroll processing and disability payroll transactions, is preferred.

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