Transactions Personnel Specialist (Personnel Specialist)

Job Description and Duties In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. Department of Consumer Affairs Recruitment Survey CalCareers Exams: Once you find the job you want, we need to learn more about you. We will evaluate your education, experience, abilities, and knowledge through an assessment. The assessment process can take many forms, including an interview or exam, depending on the job. Under general supervision of the Personnel Supervisor I, the Personnel Specialist (PS) is responsible for performing all aspects of personnel transactions, including but not limited to payroll, time and attendance reporting, appointments, and separations. The incumbent independently processes various complex and sensitive personnel transactions accurately in compliance with applicable bargaining unit contract/Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) language, departmental policies and procedures, and Department of Human Resources (CalHR), State Personnel Board (SPB), and State Controller’s Office (SCO) laws and rules while meeting management and clients’ expectations. This recruitment is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a monthly basis. The cutoff dates will be: October 12, 2026 November 12, 2026 December 11, 2026 January 12, 2027 February 12, 2027 March 10, 2027 You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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 maintain knowledge of personnel management policies, procedures, practices, and processes relating to personnel transactions • Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and employees • Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making • Ability to exercise creativity and flexibility in problem resolution • Ability to manage time and resources effectively • Ability to be responsive to DCA management and client needs