Human Resources Program Consultant (Staff Personnel Program Analyst)

This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person at least two days per week from 1810 16th Street, Sacramento.

This position is eligible for a pay differential that is 5% of the monthly base pay rate.

Do you have a knack for noticing details and a passion for perfection? Do you want to work with a diverse, dedicated team of experts to provide statewide policy guidance and customer support to the HR community? Then the California State Payroll System (CSPS) Project within the Personnel Services Branch (PSB) may be the right home for you! PSB offers a fast-paced, flexible, highly collaborative work culture. This position primarily supports CalHR's partnership with the State Controller's Office (SCO) on the (CSPS) Project by providing expert advice on leave programs, Civil Service Pay Scales, Pay Letters, and payroll. This position will also research, advise, write, and revise CalHR policies based on laws, rules, and memorandum of understanding.

Under the general direction of the (PSB) Manager Personnel Program Manager II (PPM II), Staff Personnel Program Analyst serves as a CalHR Personnel Management Division (PMD)/ PSB expert consultant in support of the (CSPS) project. The PSB provides policy and consultation to state departments on appropriate salary and leave determinations and the administration of the State Restriction of Appointment (SROA) program. This position will be responsible for providing consultation and advice to departments and the CSPS team regarding PSB functions in the above areas including assisting in the pay scales/pay letter redesign, program changes, policy changes and policy recommendations This position will also be responsible for process flow documentation, and potential redesign recommendations for PMD/PSB’s interactions with the State Controller’s Office (SCO) related to PSB related functions. This position is critical to CalHR’s ability in the future state to provide the SCO with detailed instruction on how to update the state payroll system as a result of collective bargaining, Administration decisions, and State Personnel Board actions, etc.

--> To formally apply, follow the steps below - the hiring manager will only be able to review applications and resumes on the California state career site: CalCareers in the link below.

--> Please email me once you have applied: Andrew.LaGreca@calhr.ca.gov

--> The LinkedIn apply will not submit your application.

Steps for how to apply =

- For more details of the job responsibilities (Duty Statement,) the minimum requirements, comp/benefits, how to apply and more click on the job posting link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=432297

• - You will need to take the Staff Services Manager I exam if you have not already --> Follow this link to the exam information: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2109
• PLEASE view the details of the “Examination Information” AND the “Training and Experience Examination Preview” in the exam link. This information will help you with the exam.
• Click 'Apply' --> Login or create a CalCareers account if you do not have one already. Then click 'Continue' for the exam.

- Once you have taken the exam, go back to the job: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=432297 and click apply now --> "I have eligibility"

- Create your application. The application is more important than your resume. Expand on details if needed. Attach your resume and responses to the Statement of Qualifications. See the "Special Requirements" section for details on the Statement of Qualifications.

--> Not attaching your SOQ response to your application on CalCareers may prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process.

A couple tips to share for the exam and Statement of Qualifications:

- The Statement of Qualifications are like interview questions that you answer in writing. We do recommend using word.doc for your responses and keep to the requirements if it says two pages for example and the specific font of Arial 12 font. Take your time to think about your response in answering the questions. Also check spelling. Please do look at the duty statement from the job posting and match to your experience to answer the questions. Here is a link to more tips: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Documents/FINAL%20-%20Candidate%20SOQ%20Guidance%201.pdf

- For the ‘exam,’ the exams are questions around your experience. Include all your experience from every job to volunteer work, internships, leading groups and/or projects, and more. Don’t sell yourself short. Before you start the exam, review the sample questions in the exam bulletin. This gives you a sense of what we’ll ask you. Have your resume handy. You’ll need it during the exam. Make sure your resume shows you meet the minimum qualifications. Anything you mention in your exam needs to be on your resume.