Job Description and Duties The Associate Personnel Analyst (APA) works under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, PayrollUnit, and provides guidance, assistance, and support to the Payroll and Benefits Section. This role alsoassists the Payroll Unit with complex and difficult assignments and is responsible for providing technicalassistance regarding process improvements through technological platforms and applications. The APAresponds to Departmental employees and managers on payroll issues, provides liaison and technical supportrelating to electronic submission of timesheets, requests for personnel action (RPAs), On/Offboarding, andother automated processes. This position requires autonomy, a high degree of initiative, and independence. The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.
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Working Conditions This position is located in downtown Sacramento at CDSS' headquarters building, on the 15th floor in theHuman Resource Services Division. We are two blocks from the light rail and other public transportation. TheState Capitol, Golden 1 Arena, various parks, restaurants, and farmer's markets are within walking distance.Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80. Available parking includes metered streetparking (hourly & daily rate) and private and city-owned garages and lots. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest CDSS location.
Special Requirements Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.
You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualifiedfrom the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take theplace of employment history.
All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide directresponses to the questions listed below. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/orexperience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of one (1) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
1. Describe your knowledge and experience that qualify you for this position.
2. Describe your experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, and applying laws and rules to completework projects or assignments.
Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Coverletters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. 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 not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
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.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Experience and/or knowledge in the areas of Human Resources
Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, policies, and regulations
Policy development experience
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to respectfully interact with a variety of people at multiple
levels within an organization
Experience working with stakeholders to resolve sensitive personnel issues
Experience with essential business software such as Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to use tact and discretion in all situations and maintain confidentiality
Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally
Ability to multitask, be flexible, and adapt to changing priorities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to think creatively, problem solve, provide recommendations and alternative solutions
Experience consulting with employees, supervisors, and managers
Experience presenting information to a group of management and/or stakeholders
Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.
TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT
Public transit (mass transit) passes. 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Vanpool drivers and riders 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS. Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.
Examination Information Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of Social Services must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.
To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the "How to Apply" instructions in the examination announcement:
If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. For questions regarding the examination process and/or career opportunities with the California Department of Social Services, please contact the Examination Unit 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 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.
