What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF SERVICES ANALYST position at Public Employees Retirement System?
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The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is recruiting for a full-time permanent Staff Services Analyst (SSA) position in the Employer Account Management Division’s (EAMD) Audit Compliance & Resolution Unit 1(ACRU 1).
EAMD is responsible for CalPERS membership and compensation compliance. The ACRU 1 section is responsible for assisting CalPERS contracted employers with compensation reporting compliance and providing guidance on Written Labor Agreements (WLA), Publicly Available Pay Schedules (PAPS) and Out-of-Class (OOC) validation processes.
The ACRU 1 SSA will be responsible for reviewing CalPERS contracted employer’s Written Labor Agreements (WLA) and Publicly Available Pay Schedules (PAPS) for compensation reporting compliance, interpretation and application of the Public Employees’ Retirement Law (PERL), reconciling payroll reporting errors, reviewing Out-of-Class (OOC) validations for government code compliance and reporting compensation reporting trends and discrepancies to EAMD management. The SSA will also assist with individual CalPERS members compensation compliance, as it relates to pre and post-retirement, as well as providing guidance for employers to resolve compensation reporting audit findings. Limited travel may be required.
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Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
A: $3,749.00 - $4,698.00
CalHR determines pay range. If you are new to state service, you will be placed at the minimum of the pay range. If a pay has alternate ranges (for example A, B, C), you may qualify for an alternate range based on a review of your education and experience upon appointment.
Department Information
If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website!
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Special Requirements
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below will not be considered.
The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length, Arial font and must not have font smaller than 11 point.
- Describe your experience and role in analyzing a program issue. What was the issue, what did you do, what was the outcome?
- Describe in detail your experience interpreting and applying regulations, statutes, policies, and procedures. Please include a specific example(s) of a work product you have written.
- Describe the steps and/or methods of how you prioritize workload with independent and team assignments that shift deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."
Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.
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: 5/5/2025Who 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.
- Statement of Qualifications - In addition to completing your online job application, you must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions and questions for the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with problem resolution, report writing, analysis and reasoning.
- Proficiency in utilizing personal computer/software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Ability to speak and write effectively and perform completed staff work at all times.
- Ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks with varying time frames and priority levels with attention to detail.
- Experience with customer service skills in communicating effectively and technical correspondence.
Benefits
Some added benefits CalPERS offers include:
- Alternate Work Schedules
- Flexible Work Hours
- Onsite childcare facility
- Onsite fitness center
- Onsite café and nearby restaurants
- Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
- Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
HRSD, Selection Services Unit
(916) 795-2444
recruitment@calpers.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:CalPERS EEO
(916) 795-3675
EEO@calpers.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.
Additional Information
Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700)
Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver’s license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.
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.
