JC-496067: Chief, Payroll and Benefits Service Unit
The Human Resources Division (HRD) partners with the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH’s) programs and management to provide guidance and consultative services on Human Resources matters that are necessary for the Department to carry out its mission to deliver quality public health services. The mission of HRD is to support CDPH in attracting, hiring, and retaining quality employees.
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a highly team oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.
The HRB is located in the East End Complex in downtown Sacramento.
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction from the Staff Services Manager II (SSM II), Chief, Payroll, Benefit and Disability Management Section, the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) is responsible for overseeing the activities of the Payroll and Benefit Services unit. The incumbent supervises and evaluates subordinate staff who provide the full range of personnel, payroll, disability, payroll, and benefit services to their assigned Program/Unit employees.
The incumbent will observe assignments; communicate and coordinate training; assist in the development of work plans and monitor deadlines; and direct the workload of the Senior Personnel Specialists, Personnel Supervisor I's and Personnel Supervisor II. Assist staff with the day-to-day functions in a variety of payroll and benefit services including State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Non Industrial Disability Insurance (NDI). Incumbent will speak publicly at bi-monthly Attendance Coordinator and Personnel Liaison Meetings.
In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
This is a reposting of JC-492259 to increase candidate pool; previous applicants do not need to reapply and are still for consideration
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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:
To be successfully in the role of the Payroll and Benefits Unit Chief, Staff Services Manager I, the candidate will possess extensive technical knowledge of the State payroll and benefit process. Strong interpersonal skills, analytical, oral and written communication skills; ability to listen, observe and draw accurate conclusions; flexibility and willingness to learn from staff and management at all levels. Ability to delegate and track workload deliverables clearly and give and accept constructive feedback when appropriate. Leadership skills are a plus, as is the ability to recognize, accept and encourage opportunities for collaboration and problem solving amongst all disciplines within the Human Resources Branch.
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Public Health
CCAU Mailing
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 997378
MS 1700-1702
Sacramento, CA 95899-7378
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Public Health
CCAU Drop Off
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
Please see Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) instructions below at end of posting. Applications received without a written response to the SOQ may be rejected.
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.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Statement of Qualifications (SQ) must include your first and last name in the upper right hand corner. Indicate the job control number below your name. The SQ should be no more than two pages. The SQ must clearly respond to the following:
1. Describe your technical knowledge of the payroll and benefit processes. Include years of experience performing the functions.
2. Describe your experience as it relates to the essential functions of the Duty Statement.
3. Give an example or examples of a project you worked on or was project lead, include the outcome.
4. Explain why you want to work in the CDPH Human Resources Branch.
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.