Personnel Specialist

Job Code #: JC-526962 | Position #: 541-116-1303-001

About the role

This position is located in Morgan Hill, CA, within the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). CAL FIRE is California’s fire department and resource management agency, with nearly 12,000 permanent and seasonal employees. The mission of the Department is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property and resources of California.

Pay

• PERSONNEL SPECIALIST A: $4,030.00 - $5,044.00 per month
• PERSONNEL SPECIALIST B: $4,632.00 - $5,807.00 per month
• PERSONNEL SPECIALIST C: $4,799.00 - $6,008.00 per month
• PERSONNEL SPECIALIST D: $5,184.00 - $6,488.00 per month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Responsibilities

For detailed information about the duties of this position, refer to the Duty Statement.

• Apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contracts.
• Independently interpret and use reference material.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Organize and prioritize workload.
• Consult with supervisor on alternative actions for various transactions.
• Work under pressure in a high-volume environment.

Requirements

Special Requirements

• Ability to think logically and multitask.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Experience working under pressure and meeting deadlines.

Application Requirements

The following items are required to be submitted with your application:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678) or the Electronic State Employment Application through your CalCareer Account.
• Resume (required).
• Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299). Download form.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), not to exceed two typed pages, addressing:
  • Your interest in the position and how your education and experience make you a competitive candidate.
  • Your knowledge and/or experience with payroll, attendance/record-keeping, and employee benefits administration.
  • Your ability and experience working in a high-pressure/heavy workload environment and steps you take to ensure deadlines are met.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunities for career advancement within CAL FIRE.
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on trust and friendship among co-workers.
• Variety of career choices and well-paying roles.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Santa Clara County.