What are the responsibilities and job description for the PERSONNEL SPECIALIST position at CA High Speed Rail Authority?
Under general supervision of the High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Staff Services Manager I (Transactions Manager), the Personnel Specialist (PS), acts as the primary contact for designated programs within the Authority and is responsible for the maintenance of personnel documents of Authority employees and completing a variety of administrative tasks and projects related to the Human Resources Section (HR). The PS performs payroll and personnel functions for the Authority including processing benefits, employee appointments, separations, salary determinations, leave balances and other miscellaneous transactions. The PS demonstrates a positive attitude and will promote and be accountable for the satisfaction and quality service and will initiate or recommend changes that promote innovative solutions to meet customer needs. In order to provide general clerical support to HR section, the incumbent will use a computer with Microsoft Office (MS) software (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook), in accordance with the Authority’s established office guidelines.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Part time telework is available for this position up to three days per week for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.
While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
A $3,913 - $4,897
Department Information
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Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/
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: 3/5/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Other - Cover Letter is required
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience providing customer service and working on clerical support duties, such as answering emails and returning phone calls.
- Experience working with computations such as percentages and multiplication (e.g., salary determinations).
- Experience working in a lead capacity to complete professional and/or educational tasks.
- Experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, laws, rules and/or regulations in a professional or educational setting.
- Demonstrates interest in assuming increasing responsibility, sound judgment, loyalty and discretion.
- Experience working in human resources and actively participates on personnel-related team projects.
- Experience provides the highest level of customer service in all situations.
- Possesses a positive attitude.
- Can work in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to be flexible and motivated.
- History of excellent attendance
- The ability to work under pressure and perform multiple tasks with accuracy, precision and neatness.
- Detail-oriented.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of modern office methods and equipment, including experience with personal computers utilizing MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 669-6606
recruitment@hsr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:EEO Office
(916) 324-1541
eeo@hsr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Application Information
If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-467420 and Personnel Specialist, 311-220-1303-003 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)
Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list. The High-Speed Rail Authority does not currently offer Training and Development opportunities at this time.
If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin.
Location
The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer’s market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
