The Payroll and Benefits Section seeks applicants with strong analytical, organizational, communication, team player, and detail-oriented skills. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, can work in a fast-paced office, and perform multiple tasks with accuracy.
The Payroll and Benefits Section performs payroll and personnel functions for the Department, including processing Workers’ Compensation Payroll, Catastrophic Leave, State Disability Insurance, and Non-Industrial Disability Insurance for Departmental staff.
Under the general direction of the Personnel Supervisor II (PS II), the Senior Personnel Specialist (SPS) will process Workers’ Compensation payroll, Catastrophic Leave, Long-Term Disability, Disability Retirement, State Disability Insurance, and Non-Industrial Disability Insurance. The SPS will provide technical expertise in the handling of the more complex and sensitive personnel issues. The SPS must exercise a high degree of initiative and accomplish transactions-related issues with a high degree of autonomy.
Annual pay schedule is as follows:
$2,400.00 after 12 or more qualifying months
$3,000.00 after 24 or more qualifying months
$3,600.00 after 36 or more qualifying months
$4,800.00 after 48 or more qualifying months
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is located in downtown Sacramento at CDSS’ headquarters building, on the 15th floor in the Human Resource Services Branch. We are two blocks from the light rail and other public transportation. The State Capitol, Golden 1 Arena, various parks, restaurants, and farmers’ markets are within walking distance. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80. Available parking includes metered street parking (hourly & daily rate) and private and city-owned garages and lots.
This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order N-22-25 and at the sole discretion of the Department of Social Services under California Government Code Section 14200. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the CDSS policies. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PLEASE NOTE: A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.
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.
All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to the questions listed below. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of one (1) page, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
1. Describe your knowledge, training, and experience with Human Resources Transactions.
2. Describe your experience related to the State of California’s disability programs such as NDI, SDI, and IDL.
Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters 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.
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: 9/14/2025

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