Senior Compensation, Leave, and Personnel Policy Consultant (Analyst IV)

Job Description and Duties Limited-Term Appointment: This position is being filled as a 12-month limited-term appointment. The appointment may be extended to 24-months, become permanent, or end at any time, based on operational needs. This position is eligible for a 5% pay differential (Pay Differential 248). Why join CalHR? The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) was named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner for strengths development, a national recognition of organizations that build cultures helping people do their best work. This honor reflects our department-wide investment in a strengths-based workplace that supports growth, leadership and a stronger employee experience. Join CalHR to work in an environment that prioritizes professional development and public service. The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here! CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today! About this Role Under the general direction of the Personnel Services Branch (PSB) Personnel Program Manager II (PPM II), the Analyst IV is responsible for providing expert level policy and consultation to state departments on the most complex employee salary and leave determinations, the administration of the State Restriction of Appointment (SROA) program, analysis and issuance of Pay Letters, and evaluation and administration of the Pay Scales. Functions also include pay letter development and research. How to Apply Information about applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job. If you’re interested in exploring additional job opportunities at CalHR, please reach out to our recruitment team at CalHRTalentEngagement@calhr.ca.gov. We’d love to hear from you! You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font. 1. Describe your Human Resources experience working in directly with payroll and leave programs, which you believe make you qualified for this position. Specifically, explain your experience in payroll applying various laws, rules and regulations. How does this experience directly relate to the duties of this position, as described in the duty statement? 2. Describe your experience preparing complex Human Resources related written materials. Include examples of the types of documents you have produced, your role in developing them, and how your writing conveyed analysis or supported Human Resources decision making. 3. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are very important to CalHR; describe your experience and approach to advancing Diversity, Equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Include examples of specific actions you have taken, your role in those efforts and how your approach supports an inclusive and equitable work environment. 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. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see our Work4CA guide. 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: • Excellent writing skills • Ability to produce written products that are well thought out, clear and concise • Ability to create a written product with minimal oversight • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities • Ability to work with multiple levels of staff and management • Excellent organizational and analytical skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to interpret and apply memoranda of understandings, laws, rules, and regulations