Human Resources Personnel Program Manager

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

• The office is located at 1810 16th Street, Sacramento
• Please note, CalHR is not an E-Verified employer.

We are advertising this position as until filled. We will review applications on the 10th of each month. The Cut-Off dates are as follows: 8/10, 9/10, 10/12, 11/10, and 12/10.

Why join CalHR?

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.

About This Role

Are you passionate about Human Resources (HR)? Do others look to you as an HR leader? Are you interested in making civil service HR better? Do you want to work with a diverse, dedicated team of experts to provide statewide policy guidance and customer support to the HR community? Then the Personnel Management Division (PMD) may be the right home for you. As a leader in the management team within PMD, you will oversee the day to day administrative activities of a team of personnel professionals, provide classification and compensation policy guidance to departments and agencies and address complex statewide personnel management issues in collaboration with other managers and stakeholders. If you can't resist an HR mystery or a challenge, apply for PMD today!

As a key member and a recognized statewide authority of the Personnel Management Division, this position is distinguished from other division managers because of its greater complexity and sensitivity of assigned responsibilities with Exempt and Career Executive Assignment (CEA) appointments in a Control Agency setting. Under the general direction of the Assistant Division Chief (CEA), the incumbent is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of a team of personnel professionals within the division; serves as a point of contact with the Governor's Office on Exempt appointments and Executive salaries; serves as the primary contact for the CEA salary program; and serves as an assistant Secretary for the California Citizens Compensation Commission;. The incumbent provides high-level management advice and determinations to the Governor's Office and Executives in State service.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PERSONNEL PROGRAM MANAGER II
• MANAGER II

Classification:

PERSONNEL PROGRAM MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00/month

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

Shall Consider:

MANAGER II

$9,572.00 - $10,867.00/month

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.

• Describe your breadth of experience and expertise in guiding staff and stakeholders at all levels, interpreting personnel laws, and dealing with complex personnel management matters. Please provide specific examples that demonstrate your knowledge and expertise.
• Describe your experience building highly effective and service-oriented teams and employing techniques of organizing (project/program management) and motivating staff.
• Describe your experience and philosophy on how to create and strengthen partnerships and working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Special Requirements section for instruction.

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 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:

• Strong leadership experience in managing and coaching a team, including managers, providing clear direction to team members, supporting their work and growth, and successfully administering human resources programs.
• Personnel management experience is required in either a control agency setting or a line department, as well as familiarity with principles of classification and pay, salary setting, and requirements of the Dills Act.
• Strong change management, project management, and organizational skills with the ability to plan, develop, implement, and track program outcomes to meet the organization’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure and handle multiple competing priorities simultaneously while constantly meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrate ability to analyze complex program/day-to-day operations issues, make sound recommendations, and present them to upper management and stakeholders for input and buy-in.

Steps for how to apply = (Please email CalHR's recruiters when you have applied, [email protected])

• For more details of the job responsibilities (Duty Statement,) the minimum requirements, comp/benefits, and more click on the job posting link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=524331

• You will need to take the Manager II exam if you have not already --> These questions relate to your experience and are used to determine the appropriate job classification based on your background/experience.

• https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4834

PLEASE view the details of the “Examination Information” AND the “Training and Experience Examination Preview” in the exam link. This information will help you with the exam.

• Click the link above --> 'Apply Now' --> Login or create a CalCareers account if you do not have one already. Then click 'Continue' for the exam.

• The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is an optional pathway to state civil service for people with disabilities. Visit the CalHR LEAP page for additional information.

• Once you have taken the exam, go back to the job posting if you are not guided there: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=524331 and click Apply --> "I have eligibility' and complete your application. Make sure your application (not your resume) shows how your experiences aligns with the duty statement and meets the minimum qualifications.

• Attach your resume and responses to the Statement of Qualifications. See the "Special Requirements" section for details on the Statement of Qualifications.

--> Not attaching your response to the Statement of Qualifications questions on your application on CalCareers will prevent you from moving forward in the hiring process.

A couple tips to share for the exam and Statement of Qualifications:

• The Statement of Qualifications are like interview questions that you answer in writing. We do recommend using word.doc for your responses and keep to the requirements if it says two pages for example and the specific font of Arial 12 font. Take your time to think about your response in answering the questions. Also check spelling. Please do look at the duty statement from the job posting and match to your experience to answer the questions. Here is a link to more tips: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Documents/FINAL%20-%20Candidate%20SOQ%20Guidance%201.pdf

• For the ‘exam,’ the exams are questions around your experience. Include all your experience from every job to volunteer work, internships, leading groups and/or projects, and more. Don’t sell yourself short. Before you start the exam, review the sample questions in the exam bulletin. This gives you a sense of what we’ll ask you. Have your resume handy. You’ll need it during the exam.

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