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PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
United States
PERSONNEL SPECIALIST – ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION / HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION / TRANSACTIONS UNIT
The reporting location for this position is in downtown Sacramento, close to light rail and freeway access. This position will work under the close supervision of the Personnel Supervisor I.
This classification receives an annual $2,400 Recruitment and Retention Differential after 12 consecutive qualifying pay periods.
The Personnel Specialist performs a wide variety of personnel transactions work for an assigned group of reporting units. The Personnel Specialist will be trained to work independently in evaluating and processing various complex and sensitive personnel transactions in compliance with applicable bargaining unit, contract/MOU language, departmental policies and procedures, CalHR/SPB/SCO laws and rules. Duties include but are not limited to: reviewing documents for completeness; determines eligibility for reinstatements, transfers and list appointments; process separations; determines benefit eligibility requirements and rules; reconciles and certifies master payroll for all assigned unit employees, research and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Training and Development Assignments may be considered.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Dustin Valdez at (916) 902-8772 or Dustin.Valdez@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position.
Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font response to the following questions:
1. What experience do you have working in Human Resource? Please provide details.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position Official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.
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: 10/13/2025Who 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 - See Special Requirements
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience reviewing and auditing employee timesheets or work hours for accuracy, including overtime and leave usage.
- Knowledge of payroll rules, pay calculations, and compliance with labor laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
- Experience preparing and processing personnel or employment transactions (hiring, separations, pay adjustments, benefits changes).
- Ability to interpret and apply pay rules, company policies, or labor agreements when determining compensation or benefits.
- Strong attention to detail when entering, reviewing, or verifying payroll and personnel records.
- Experience with payroll, HR, or timekeeping systems (e.g., PIMS, CLAS, or similar HRIS/payroll systems).
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential employee information with discretion.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing forms, correspondence, or employee notices.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and adapt to changing workloads.
- Ability to research, analyze, and resolve payroll or personnel issues such as overpayments, garnishments, or benefit questions.
- Commitment to customer service when working with employees, supervisors, and outside agencies.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to support process improvements and operational needs.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Dustin Valdez
(916) 902-8772
Dustin.Valdez@parks.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:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Instructions
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Eligibility Information
To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
- List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
- Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
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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