Job Description and Duties A Statement of Qualification (SOQ) and resume are required for this position. Applications received without the SOQ and resume will not be considered. Please scroll down to special requirements to see details. Anticipated Interview Dates: In-person interviews are anticipated to be held the week of June 17, 2024. Telework Information: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) seeks a Staff Services Manager I, Specialist (SSM I) in the Financial Office, Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO).
Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Supervisor, the SSM I will act as the OCFO Project Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manages complex and sensitive projects for the Financial Official Develops and reviews all communication materials Oversees high level board contracts How did you hear about this position? Tell us in this brief survey . You will find additional information about the job in the .
Special Requirements Statement of Qualifications
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions/statements below will not be considered.
The SOQ must be typed, titled "Statement of Qualifications", and each question/statement must be numbered and answered listing all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length, include the JC #, first and last name, and must not have font smaller than 12 point and address the following: Describe in detail how your experience, educational background, and qualifications have prepared you for this position. Describe your experience with managing and completing projects to meet deadlines and desired deliverables. Include specific examples. Describe your experience in developing, reviewing and/or making recommendations to content for various purposes, such as board materials, reports, proposals, memos, and other communications. Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.Applications received without the SOQ or with an SOQ not properly formatted will not be considered. Minimum Qualifications
All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."
Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR's CalCareers website . 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:
Ability to lead and/or participate on branch-wide special projects and committees. Project management and project facilitation. Ability to work with all levels of management, including Senior and Executive level management. Experience demonstrating strong communication skills related to writing talking points, reports, memos, reviewing and editing documents, and/or developing PowerPoint presentations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Benefits CalPERS team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.
Some added benefits CalPERS offers include: Alternate Work Schedules Flexible Work Hours Onsite childcare facility Onsite fitness center Onsite café and nearby restaurants Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays For more details about employee benefits, visit the California Department of Human Resources website. Additional Information Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting. CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, 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) Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future. Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver's license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status. 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 required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - In addition to completing your online job application, you must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions and questions for the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered.
