Job Description and DutiesAre you a strong, motivated analyst with a desire to join the Department of Justice (DOJ)? If so, the Executive Unit of the Public Rights Division (PRD) is looking for you!
We are seeking a Staff Services Analyst with excellent communication and organizational skills, and who is passionate about human resources and the impact it has on our workforce. In this role, you will serve as a Personnel Liaison between the DOJ’s Division of Operations (OPS) and a voluminous roster of PRD professionals, and will provide consultative support to division and section management on hiring and human resources matters. This includes, but is not limited to, researching, interpreting, and explaining best hiring practices, civil service statutes, regulations, and policies, while ensuring overall compliance with the California Department of Human Resources’ and DOJ Office of Human Resources’ (OHR) regulations and policies. On the daily, you will provide consultation services on items such as justification packages, classification and pay, civil service testing, position and vacancy tracking, and position funding, and will provide management and the OHR with alternatives and recommendations on such topics. You will also be responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate organizational charts and will collaborate with other units on hiring and general onboarding functions. As a member of the Executive Unit, you will learn how to think strategically and proactively about staffing and a wide variety of critical hiring support functions.
Flexible schedules and remote work options may be available; however, Executive Unit positions presently report to the office two days per week.
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Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #: JC-439088
Position #(s): 420-401-5157-009
Working Title: Statewide PRD Personnel Liaison Classification: STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,640.00 - $4,561.00 A
$3,941.00 - $4,933.00 B
$4,726.00 - $5,916.00 C
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8 am - 5 pm
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Department Information• This position is located in the Public Rights Division, Executive Unit.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General .
Special Requirements • A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Code (JC-439088), location, and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams .
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.
• Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.
Application InstructionsCompleted 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: 7/23/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.
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
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. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Justice
Attn: Special Smith JC-439088
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
Special Smith JC-439088
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) - The SOQ questions and your responses must be typed in Calibri, 12 pt. font, single spaced, and no more than two pages long.
Each SOQ question must be numbered and stated in its entirety in bold font, followed by your responses (not bold) in the same order identified below. Your name, "Statement of Qualifications," and the job control number must be at the top right side of the each page. Each page must be numbered at the bottom center. Application packages received without the SOQ formatted as stated above will be disqualified.
The SOQ must answer the following questions:
1. Please describe your work experience and background that makes you qualified to perform the human resources duties mentioned in this advertisement.
2. Customer service is critical to success as a Personnel Liaison. Please describe what excellent customer service means to you, and include two examples of when you have provided excellent customer service in your current or previous position.
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.
Desirable QualificationsIn 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:
The most competitive candidate demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, is familiar with human resource and administrative procedures, possesses the ability to work independently, takes initiative, assumes increasing responsibility, and exercises good judgment under pressure. Good verbal and written communication skills are critical, including the ability to provide excellent customer service on a daily basis. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe, and FileMaker Pro is desirable but not required. Finally, successful candidates will demonstrate a history of dependability, punctuality, and adaptability.
BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Special Smith
(916) 210-6666
Special.Smith@doj.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Benjamin Cisneros
(916) 747-3613
Benjamin.Cisneros@doj.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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 Information on Application FilingPlease note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
Other InformationPlease note: Interviews for this position may not be scheduled until circa mid-August 2024.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.
Closing Date/Time: 7/23/2024
