Credit and Collections Specialist

Job Description and Duties

The Special Collections & Recovery Unit is looking for an individual who is passionate and committed to State Fund's purpose and vision. This candidate will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating policies that have the potential to be litigated civilly or criminally. This position will require remote and/or in-person court appearances. This position is ideal for a conscientious individual who is highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills. The ideal candidate is able to work effectively within Credit and Collections, and at all levels of the organization as well as with multiple outside collection agencies and attorneys. This position is best suited for those who are flexible and can easily adapt to change.

Our ideal candidate has stellar reading, writing, editing, and verbal skills in order to:

• Successfully analyze and interpret data

• Present well researched and written analysis with recommendations

• Work effectively either independently or as part of a team

• Manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines

• Manage stressful situations while being firm but tactful

• Underwriting and/or Audit experience

• Quickly learn State Fund computer applications

• Microsoft Office Suite experience is desired

The position will be filled in either of the following locations: Fresno, Sacramento, Vacaville, or Pleasanton.

Frequent travel to courts may occasionally be from overnight to a few days in duration and may include, but not limited to, plane, bus, van, taxi, or car. Travel to various work sites and locations for training and/or meetings may be necessary. Will occasionally involve work in the evenings and departing on a regular scheduled day off. Work hours may vary.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Special Requirements

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application, resume, and/or statement of qualifications if required. Alternative documents submitted in lieu of required Application, Resume, or Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.

Benefits

State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)

Retirement (CalPERS)

Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions

Dental, Vision

401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Group Legal Services Insurance

Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave

Flex Elect Reimbursement Program

Wellness and Recognition

Alternate Work Schedules

Transit Pass Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Scholarship Program

Leadership Training

Mentoring Program

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be initiated.

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 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.